AIC University Partner Fest 2026
The Art Institute of Chicago University Partner Fest will be Saturday, February 21!
Join us Saturday, February 21 for a day at the museum with student gallery talks, engaging activities, and exclusive opportunities for students to network and hear career advice from professionals. Free Admission with your NCC ID for students, faculty, and staff PLUS your guests (up to 10 people admitted per ID).
See the full schedule at: http://artic.edu/upf.
Faculty Biennial
Exhibition of Art and Design Faculty work
Opening Reception: March 3, 5:30-7:30 pm
Resplendent: Solo Exhibition by Jessica Zambo
Student exhibition
Opening reception: January 15, 5-7pm
Fall BFA Portfolio Entry Submission Deadline
Students seeking a BFA degree must submit a portfolio for entry into the program. Please follow the guidelines and requirements for developing and submitting your entrance portfolio for admission to the BFA program in Studio Art or Graphic Design at North Central College.
The entrance portfolio is a requirement for admission into the BFA program and needs to be submitted by the end of the applicant’s sophomore year or upon transfer. Since it is a recently launched program, there are some exceptions, and you may still submit beyond your sophomore year.
Pizza Party
Join the Art & Design Department in the Meiley-Swallow lobby for pizza and the opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, and other students. There will be information about BFA submissions, studying abroad, and joining clubs.
University Partner Fest @AIC
Yearly event for students at the Art Institute of Chicago.
Featuring student presentations!
BFA Portfolio Entry Submission Deadline
Students seeking a BFA degree must submit a portfolio for entry into the program. Please follow the guidelines and requirements for developing and submitting your entrance portfolio for admission to the BFA program in Studio Art or Graphic Design at North Central College. The entrance portfolio is a requirement for admission into the BFA program and needs to be submitted by the end of the applicant’s sophomore year or upon transfer before Monday, February 10, 2025. Since it is a recently launched program, there are some exceptions, and you may still submit beyond your sophomore year.
Dyson Wellness Center Call for Artwork
The Dyson Wellness Center is calling for nature-themed art to refresh their space! 2D artwork is preferred, but 3D pieces will be considered. Submit through the google form.
This is an exhibition opportunity that may be added to a resume!
Submissions close October 1st. Please email ekaris@noctrl.edu and cmrabenold@noctrl.edu with any questions.
30N Release Party
Event located at Smith Hall inside Old Main. Free issues of the magazine and refreshments provided!
Talavera Tile Workshop
Join LSA, NCC Slip Club, and NCC Art + Design for a Talavera Tile painting workshop. Tiles are “make and take” and refreshments will be provided.
Faculty Biennial Exhibition
Reception February 8th, 6PM - 8PM
Schoenherr Gallery
171 E Chicago Ave, Naperville, IL 60540
Holiday Art & Design Sale
Looking to prep for the holiday season and support NCC students at the same time? Then come visit the Holiday Art & Design Sale in the lobby area of the Wentz Science Center.
Visiting Artist Talk: Marlon Wilson
Wednesday, October 25th 4pm,
Wentz Science Center, Room 101
Marlon Tobias is a New York born multi-disciplinary artist whose work is informed by the historical relationship between the communities he represents and the spaces they’ve inhabited.
Through an archival and ethnographical lens, Marlon explores themes of erasure, the Black, rural southern tradition, the intersections of spirituality, religion, and place, domesticity, and the complexities within a family and community.
Art Institute of Chicago Field Trip
WHEN: Professor Shannon will leave from the Naperville Metra Station at 10:15am: return home on your own schedule
IMPORTANT:
• Students should purchase their own Metra tickets
• Bring your NCC Student ID for free admission to the museum
• Professor Shannon will give a gallery talk in the North Sculpture Garden at 1:00 pm and 2:40 pm (optional)
For more infomation visit https://northcentralartanddesign.com/aicuniversitypartners
