THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON
Myers School of Art
Make Myers Yours
Study alongside talented and committed faculty in one of the largest academic art facilities in the region. Myers School of Art provides you with experiential learning opportunities to help you grow and thrive both in and out of the classroom. Learn more about our fine facilities, faculty and opportunities.
MYERS AT WORK
Myers School of Art Portfolio Day & Open House
Saturday, January. 25, 2025
Incoming students have the opportunity to have their portfolio reviewed by our faculty for a chance to earn a scholarship to study at the Myers School of Art. The earned scholarships are in addition to other UA scholarships incoming students may be eligible to receive. High school students of all levels and their families are welcome to join us for the Open House to learn more about our school. Please note: Portfolio Reviews are for prospective transfer students and high school seniors & juniors only. Register Now
We Become Holy When We Leave, by Mike Egan.
Skull & Bones Exhibition
Emily Davis Gallery, Myers School of Art
October 21–November 27, 2024
Reception: Thursday, October 24 | 5:00–7:00 p.m. Curated by Mary Urbas and Arnold Tunstall, this exhibition brings together more than a dozen regional artists who explore skull and skeleton imagery in their work. Featured pieces range from traditional memento mori and folk art to lighthearted, humorous depictions of life and death—each serving as a reminder to make the most of life.
Special Note: Student Show: October 21–30, 2024. Guests are encouraged to dress as skeletons or embrace spooky vibes for the reception on October 24.
Gallery Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Paid parking available in Folk Hall parking lots (scan signs to pay by the hour).
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Myers, Leading With The Arts
Newsweek.com has recently named the Mary Schiller Myers School of Art as one of the leading Art and Design programs in the U.S.
The Myers School of Art shares UA's commitment to Leading with the Arts as one of five schools, 14 departments and four academic programs within the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences (BCAS).
View full article here at Newsweek (leave UA website).
CONNECT WITH US
CONTACT US
Main phone: 330-972-6030
Main email: ua.art@uakron.edu
LOCATION
Folk Hall — 150 E. Exchange St. Akron, OH 44325
BUILDING HOURS
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.