Student Experience

Art + Design Student Life

Art + Design students benefit from a dynamic blend of academic and professional opportunities. They engage in collaborative projects with local and global partners, internships, and participate in national and international symposia, gaining valuable hands-on experience while building leadership and networking skills. Students also have the chance to get involved in various student organizations and campus events, fostering a strong sense of community. These experiences, combined with personalized faculty mentorship, help students develop the skills, confidence, and connections needed for success in the competitive art and design field.

Students watch and learn as their professor demonstrates in fiber arts

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Beyond the Classroom

At the Hite Institute of Art + Design, students engage in a variety of extracurricular opportunities that complement their academic learning and foster personal growth. Key organizations such as the Student Art League and the Hite Gallery provide platforms for creative expression, while events like the Annual Student Exhibitions and Visiting Artist Lectures enhance professional development. These activities help build a strong community, encourage collaboration, and prepare students for successful careers in the arts.

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Beyond the Classroom

At the Hite Institute of Art + Design, students engage in a variety of extracurricular opportunities that complement their academic learning and foster personal growth. Key organizations such as the Student Art League and the Hite Gallery provide platforms for creative expression, while events like the Annual Student Exhibitions and Visiting Artist Lectures enhance professional development. These activities help build a strong community, encourage collaboration, and prepare students for successful careers in the arts.

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The Hite Interior Design program helped me become a confident, purpose-driven designer with a focus on reuse, sustainability, and community impact.

Cherokee Henrie Art + Design

Louisville Art Scene

Louisville has a vibrant art scene with numerous galleries to provide students viewing original art work and get inspiration.

Student works on a self portrait with the help of his professor

First Friday Hop

On the first Friday of every month, join a celebration of creativity, community, and culture with local artists, galleries and cultural venues.

Lewis leans over a wood-rimmed vitrine, teaching their research interns about Lee H. Stephens’ engraving tools, wood…

21c Museum Hotel

21c Museum Hotel blends locally loved hotels and restaurants with free, thoughtfully curated contemporary art.

Speed Art Museum

Seeking to inspire curiosity, building visual literacy, and foster a great awareness of the world around us, the Speed Museum has many different programs for visitors interests. All UofL students get free admission by showing your student ID.