EKU School of Art & Design

📸’s from the latest Giles Gallery exhibit, the “2026 Art Student Association (ASA) Annual Juried Student Exhibition”.

Thanks to all those who came out in support of our amazing students!

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Kiana Mahjub

Current Executive Director of the Berea Arts Council, Kiana Mahjub, knows how important the arts are to young creative minds. As an EKU School of Art and Design graduate and locally recognized artist, delve into this compelling interview to find out why it’s critical to support current art students at EKU by coming to the ICCA Gala!

Step into a night of imagination, artistry, and collaboration at the ICCA Gala. Hosted on April 17th at 6pm by the Institute for Creative and Collaborative Arts (ICCA)—home to the Schools of Art & Design, Music, and Communication—this year’s Gala celebrates the theme of “Fantastic”, showcasing the boundless creativity and vision of our students and faculty.

From awe-inspiring performances in our Gifford Theatre, to thought- provoking debuting documentary screenings, and our annual exhibition in our very own , the Gala invites our community to experience the fantastic in every form of creativity. Guests can also enjoy complimentary food, a cash bar, and a silent auction!

Purchase your tickets today (Link in bio)!

📸’s form Giles Gallery “40th Annual Bluegrass Regional High School Art Exhibit”

Thank you to all of our attendees, and to the amazing artists. We are so proud to be able to help showcase and give young artists a voice to express their creativity!

The Institute for Creative and Collaborative Arts (ICCA) at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Professor/ Giles Gallery Director in School of Art and Design (SoAD) beginning in the Fall 2026. Applicants should hold an MFA or PhD, in studio art, art history, and/or curatorial/museum studies, or a related field at the time of appointment.

The ICCA School of Art & Design offers both BFA and BS degrees with curriculum tracks in Art Education, Art History, Ceramics, Graphic Design, Jewelry/Metals, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Instructional Design (MS). The successful candidate will teach introductory to upper-level courses within SoAD, in their areas of expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with curatorial, artwork installation, and teaching experience.

Apply today at the link in our bio!