The School of Art at Ohio University is committed to developing professional artists, designers, and scholars who are dedicated to public discourse.  Practice and production are both emphasized and informed by aesthetic, intellectual, political, historical, cultural, and critical awareness.  We see the visual arts at Ohio University as transformative for communities, society, and ourselves. 

Our students come from diverse geographic, ethnic, cultural, and aesthetic backgrounds.  This diversity is reflected both in the School of Art and the College of Fine Arts, which also includes the schools of Dance, Music, Theater, Film, and Interdisciplinary Arts.  Students are encouraged to become involved in various art forms, to experiment in interdisciplinary approaches, and to find the innate relationship within and across these expressive disciplines.

Within the School of Art, you will find a distinguished and dedicated faculty.  These individuals work hard to maintain a healthy balance between teaching expertise, professional creative work, scholarly research, and community service.

We maintain a strong commitment to our undergraduate and graduate programs.  Our facilities are well equipped for each major area.  To attract the best quality students, we offer numerous undergraduate scholarships, graduate tuition waivers, and graduate teaching assistantships.

Four exhibition spaces showcase the works of students, faculty, and nationally renowned visiting artists, providing arts experiences for the university and Athens communities. These services bring a global perspective to our rich local culture.

Whether you are a prospective student, alumni, or other interested visitor, please follow the website links to learn even more about our excellent school programs, faculty, and staff.

David LaPalombara
Director