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Professional Development – Programs and Activities

The Department of Art and Design provides programs and opportunities designed to broaden your professional awareness and understanding of the field of art and design.

• Art Forum brings to campus distinguished artists, designers, critics and curators who speak to students about their own career paths and professions in the visual arts.
• Art and Design Student Organizations,Ìýsuch as the Art Educator’s Club and student-run Gallery 3-1/2 committee, provide opportunities for student collaboration and exhibiting their work.
• Ìýoffers career guidance, help with résumés and assistance with finding internships.
• Exhibition OpportunitiesÌýfor students, faculty and outside professionals are available through the University’sÌýGeorge Segal Gallery,ÌýÌýand in New York’s gallery districts.
• Graduate Assistantships, which include tuition remission and stipend benefits, are available for qualified master’s degree candidates, providing work experiences related to their studies.
• Montclair State’sÌýÌýprovide global exposure and study-abroad opportunities.
• New York Galleries and MuseumsÌýare just 30 minutes away by bus or train from campus.
• Visiting Artists’ WorkshopsÌýbring well-known artists to campus to provide master studio workshops. Past artists have included notable artists such as painter Louisa Chase and photographer Ilse Bing.

Career Development – University Resources

The links below lead to University-based resources that support career development and exploration.

• College of the Arts Career Services

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