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Award-winning animator challenges her students to take risks and embrace discomfort

10.30.2024 | Sophie Cipolla

Christiane Cegavske seeks to share the delights and discoveries that happen during the painstaking process of stop-motion filmmaking.

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The art of resistance: editorial cartoons and political posters inspire change and action

10.24.2024 | Sophie Cipolla

PNCA faculty member Nina Martinez teaches a course that blends art with activism as a tool for social change.

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Jamaali Roberts BFA’17 intrigues and instructs with magical artwork

10.09.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

The Atlanta artist creates logos, paintings, and murals to uplift diverse communities.

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Willamette University unveils new Graduate & Professional Center in the heart of Portland

08.29.2024 | Paul McKean

Located two blocks away from its Pacific Northwest College of Art, Willamette’s Graduate & Professional Center will host top-rated programs in management, computing, data science, and more.

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PNCA’s graphic presence at the Paris Olympics

08.09.2024 | Paul McKean

Danielle McCoy and Jordan Jackson bring their design expertise to the classroom and to the world stage.

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Willamette University expands its footprint in Portland’s Pearl District to support growth in its graduate and professional programs

05.08.2024 | University Communications

The Ecotrust building, renowned for its sustainability-focused design and commitment to community engagement, will now serve as a nexus for Willamette University's Portland-based graduate and professional programs.

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PNCA students explore the beauty of numbers at OMSI exhibition

05.02.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

Visual Mathematics students took over a gallery in the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry to showcase how mathematical principles can inspire artistic works.

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Art and design powerhouse PNCA breathes life into First Thursday events

04.30.2024 | University Communications

PNCA, the Pacific Northwest's leading art and design school, invites the public to join special programming to close out its First Thursdays participation with its final event of the season on May 2.

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Leilani Luu BFA’26 bridges the arts and business across two campuses

04.04.2024 | Jackson Garrett BA’26

A student-athlete, artist, and student taking classes at Willamette’s Portland and Salem campuses, Luu is pursuing a fulfilling — and full — college experience.

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Student-designed Willamette Week Dessert Issue takes the cake

03.14.2024 | Melanie Moyer

“This town takes its sweet tooth seriously,” writes the publication, and PNCA students helped reflect Portland’s sweet side in the layout and illustrations for the magazine.

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R. Stranger MFA’24 combines creative writing and visual arts in their multimedia approach to art

02.15.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

R. Stranger’s multi-disciplinary, hyper-collaborative work showcases various mediums and has flourished in PNCA’s low-residency creative writing program.

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Genesis Turris MFA/MA’25 uses Graduate Curatorial Fellowship to engage PNCA community and beyond

02.01.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

The artist and curator focuses on public engagement in all of his work, which visitors had a chance to experience in two graduate student exhibits.

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Three new Art of Sparkling wine labels showcase PNCA talent

01.17.2024 | Melanie Moyer

Students found creative freedom and professional experience during another year of the partnership with Argyle Winery.

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Angelica Trimble-Yanu BFA’19 brings together tradition and technology for the artwork in Google’s new flagship store

11.29.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

The Indigenous Oglála Lakȟóta artist from Oakland is passionate about exploring sustainability, traditional ceremonies, and ancestral remembrance in her community-based art.

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PNCA gives Robert Maciel MFA’22 the building blocks for a design career

11.14.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

Maciel uses his degree in his work designing for a custom fabrication company, while his art examines how to elevate shared personal spaces.

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Sanaz Masoumi MFA’24 reflects literature and culture in her wearable art

11.01.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

Second-year MFA candidate Sanaz Masoumi was featured at Portland Fashion Week and got an outstanding response from the audience.

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Nathan Galvan BFA’23 credits mentors at PNCA for helping him find success as a graphic design professional

10.17.2023 | Melanie Moyer

Galvan made the most of his education and landed a job with the Portland Trail Blazers.

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PNCA supports the revitalization of Portland’s North Park Blocks through art and community with expanded First Thursdays

10.03.2023 | Paul McKean

Through new collaborations across the North Park Blocks, PNCA returns as the “front porch” for Portland’s art scene with an expanded First Thursdays.

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Award-winning artist Olivia Harwood BFA’21 strives to empower herself and others in her work

09.20.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

The PNCA alum is quickly attaining considerable status after having a number of shows, where audiences discover her passion for challenging notions of femininity.

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Eileen Isagon Skyers MA’14 speaks about the intersection of art and AI on the TED2023 stage

09.05.2023 | Melanie Moyer

An expert on digital art and culture, Skyers spoke at the TED2023 conference about artists innovating with digital technology.

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Steven Xue BFA’19: Meet the designer behind some of the biggest brand campaigns

05.10.2023 | Sophie Cipolla

Steven Xue BFA‘19 is a powerhouse graphic designer who has carved out a niche for himself working with brands like Nike and Adobe.

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Start your career with PNCA’s graduate programs

04.19.2023 | PNCA Graduate Admissions

Attention college seniors! If you're unsure about your next steps after graduation, Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) has an exciting opportunity for you.

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New PNCA health and wellness coach and educator to connect students to resources

04.12.2023 | Melanie Moyer

For the first time in its history, PNCA will have a professional devoted to connecting students to health resources, coaching, and education.

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PNCA graduate students present mixed media work illustrating l’appel du vide (“the call of the void”)

03.15.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

Explore the annual exhibition of first-year PNCA graduate students, showcasing artwork reflecting on themes like l'appel du vide and environmental dystopia.

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Michael Curry BFA’81 takes success to new heights

02.27.2023 | Linda Lenhofff

Michael Curry has turned his interest in drawing to a world-renowned design company just outside of Portland, Oregon.

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Google casts a global spotlight on alumnus’ art

11.14.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

Richard York, a member of Cherokee Nation and a PNCA graduate, showcases his paintings globally with Google for Native American Heritage Month.

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Design students bring artistry and dedication to community projects

11.01.2022 | Linda Lenhoff

Willamette University students contribute to community projects like Give!Guide redesign & Blanchet House displays, blending creativity with social impact

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Finding a common thread between careers

07.12.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

Amanda Langston MBA ’19 transitions from corporate marketing to pursuing her passion for organic farming, driven by her MBA experience and career insights.

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'A new day for sculpture': Quantum artist reflects on career

06.28.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

Julian Voss-Andreae ’04, renowned for his quantum sculptures, garnered acclaim. His journey from Germany to Portland unfolded into a remarkable career,

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Wine and design: Art of Sparkling program offers internship credit

06.21.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

Discover the Art of Sparkling program at PNCA, where students collaborate with the Argyle Winery to create art for their limited-edition wine labels.

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Arvie Smith ’86: Lifetime of painting leads to peak of the art world

03.10.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

PNCA Professor Emeritus Arvie Smith is the most recent HFMA artist to be featured at the 2022 Venice Art Biennale.

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PNCA announces new dean

12.14.2021 | Marketing and Communications

Jennifer Cole appointed as the Pacific Northwest College of Art's next dean, forging connections between art, design, and liberal arts at Willamette University.

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Willamette University celebrates completion of merger with Pacific Northwest College of Art

06.30.2021 | Marketing and Communications

PNCA becomes an independent college within the university.

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$2M gift from Schnitzer family to support Willamette merger with Pacific Northwest College of Art

06.29.2021 | Office of Alumni and Parent Relations

"Transformed" by her studies at PNCA, Arlene Schnitzer was deeply committed to arts education and wanted to ensure PNCA's future success.

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