This event is free to students, staff, and faculty from member institutions in the University Partner Program. If you have any questions, please email universitypartners@artic.edu.
Program Schedule
Student Art Talks | 11:00–12:00
Join emerging college and university scholars for conversations about works of art throughout the galleries.
Welcome Remarks and Museum Career Panel | 12:00–1:30
Hear from a panel of museum professionals discussing their diverse roles and dynamic career paths within the museum ecosystem.
Welcome Remarks
Madeline Shearer, Associate Director of Institutional Philanthropy
Panelists
Gabriela Lavalle, Tours Specialist, Interpretation
Barbara Escobar, Associate Director of Civic Relations & Partnerships
Kirill Mazor, Creative Director of Digital Content
Jen Nelson, Director of Marketing
Alivé Piliado, Research Associate of Modern & Contemporary Art
Faculty Gallery Activations | 2:00–3:30
Bring the museum galleries to life in exciting activations with faculty from across the University Partner Program. There will be art talks, poetry readings, drawing opportunities, and more!
Art-Making Activity | 2:00–3:30
Students, staff, and faculty alike are invited to participate in this art-making activity inspired by artworks in the museum’s collection.
Reception | 3:30-5:00
End the day with a reception where you can meet peers and faculty from different colleges and universities as well as museum professionals and intern alumni. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about internship and job opportunities at the museum from the Art Institute’s Academic Engagement and Research department as well as Human Resources.
Dining
Looking for a spot to grab a bite to eat? Visit the Market on the lower level of the Rubloff Building for sandwiches, salads, and desserts, or the Modern Café on the second level of the Modern Wing, for lighter fare.
This event is for students, staff, and faculty of colleges and universities in the Art Institute of Chicago’s University Partner Program. Visit artic.edu/university-partners for a full list of member institutions.
For free tickets, you must show a valid college or university ID at a University Partner Fest registration tables, located in the museum’s Michigan Avenue and Modern Wing lobbies.
University Partner Fest is made possible by the University Partner Program and is part of the McMullan Art Leadership Initiative at the Art Institute of Chicago.
