Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies
Critical Studies Student-Led Discussion Series
Leading up to the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies annual two-day symposium on November 20-21, graduate students from the MA in Critical Studies program will host a series of conversations that are open to all who want to participate. This year discussions on November 12, 16, and 18 will focus on the symposium theme, “Forms of Care: Building the Worlds We Need.”
Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies: Fall 2020 Update
An update from the Director of Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies, MK Guth, on how PNCA is moving forward for Fall 2020!
MFA in Print Media Class of 2020 Online Artist Talks!
Join this exceptional group of artists and printmakers as they present their thesis projects and research, as well as ongoing and future projects.
Critical Students Student Presentations 2020
Congratulations to all the Critical Studies 2020 Dual Degree Graduates!
MFA in Collaborative Design/MA in Design Systems Class of 2020 Thesis Talks Schedule
Join the MFA in Collaborative Design and MA in Design Systems Class of 2020 for Thesis Talks via Zoom May 4-11
MFA AC+D Class of 2020 Artist Talks
We're excited to announce the MFA AC+D's class of 2020's Artist Talks!!
Graduate Studies community responds
As the nation and the world have spent the last month transitioning to a new way of living, PNCA Graduate Studies students and alumni have responded to the COVID-19 crisis in profound and dynamic ways.
Low-Res Visual Studies Summer Lecture Series
The Low-Residency MFA in Visual Studies is pleased to announce our Summer Lecture series will run as scheduled either in person or online!
Join us for conversations on art and ideas. Visiting Faculty give a public talk Wednesdays, at 6pm from June 17 to July 29, 2020 as part of the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Summer Lecture Series. These events are free and open to the public.
Off The Cost PDX Offers Online Gallery Opportunties
Off The Cost PDX is an online platform that was founded and is run by VS ‘19 Alumni Jen Bacon and Brittany Vega. This resource is an ever evolving collection of free opportunities for artists in the Portland area and beyond.
Shelter-in-Place: The Body As Refuge, Faculty + Mentor Alison C Rollins Offers Online Generative Writing Session
PNCA Low-Res Creative Writing Faculty Mentor and poet Alison C Rollins Offers generative writing session on Monday, April 27, 7 pm EST. The class is titled "Shelter-in-Place: The Body As Refuge."
A Message from MK Guth, Director of Graduate Studies
Our creative community extends beyond social isolation.
The Low-Residency MFA in Visual Studies is pleased to announce our Summer 2020 Visiting Faculty!
This summer the Low-Residency MFA in Visual Studies will be hosting Kyung Me, Biquini Wax EPS, Miguel A. Lopez, Jackie Im + Aaron Harbour, Maricel Alvarez, and Ruth Noack!!
Graduate Lecture Series: Jessica Bellamy
MFA Collaborative Design and MA Design Systems are excited to welcome Jessica Bellamy for a lecture on his work and practice as part of the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Spring 2020 Lecture Series.
March 4, 2020
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Graduate Lecture Series: Ceci Moss
MFA in Visual Studies is excited to welcome L.A. based curator, writer and educator, Ceci Moss, for a lecture as part of the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Spring 2020 Lecture Series.
February 26, 2020
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
MFA AC+D Visiting Artist: Emily Endo
This month the MFA AC+D Program welcomes artist Emily Endo for individual studio visits!
Announcing PNCA's MFA AC+D 2020 Entrepreneurial Fellow: Molly Ryan!!!
We are so pleased to announce our 2020 MFA AC+D Entrepreneurial Fellow: Molly Ryan (AC+D '19)!
Graduate Lecture Series: Ania Jaworska
MFA in Applied Craft + Design is excited to welcome architect, designer and educator Ania Jaworska for a lecture on her work and practice as part of the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Spring 2020 Lecture Series.
February 12, 2020
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Graduate Lecture Series: Legacy Russell
MFA in Visual Studies and the Center for Contemporary Art & Culture are excited to welcome curator, writer and artist Legacy Russell for a lecture on her work and practice as part of the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Spring 2020 Lecture Series.
February 5, 2020
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Priority Deadline for Graduate Applications February 1, 2020!!
Get your graduate application in by February 1st, to secure your admittance early and access our Merit Scholarship funding!!
Graduate Lecture Series: Rashawn Griffin
MFA in Visual Studies is excited to welcome Rashawn Griffin for a lecture on his work and practice as part of the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Spring 2020 Lecture Series.
January 22, 2020
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Spring 2020 Graduate Lecture Series
We are excited to continue the 2019-20 Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Lecture Series on select Wednesday evenings throughout the Spring semester. The Graduate Studies Lecture Series sparks meaningful dialogue across the graduate programs, PNCA, and the larger creative communities in Portland. Please join us for another season of thought provoking talks.
Low Residency Visual Studies Guest Lecturer: James McAnnally
The Low-Residency MFA in Visual Studies program is excited to welcome James McAnally to present a public lecture on his work and research on Thursday, January 9, 2020 from 6:00-7:30pm as part of the Hallie Ford School of Graduate Studies Lecture Series.
Low Residency Visual Studies Winter Residency!!
Here's a breakdown of what's going on for Winter 2020 for our Low-Residence Visual Studies MFA Candidates!!
Winter Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing Residency Schedule
As part of the Winter Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing program, PNCA offers talks, discussions, and readings by acclaimed writers, January 4th to January 12th.
Graduate Lecture Series: Dana Ghazi
As part of PNCA’s MFA in Collaborative Design and MA in Design Systems Design Futures Lecture Series, we proudly present an evening lecture with Dana Ghazi on Wednesday, December 11, 2019!