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Rechristened to honor a prominent Oklahoma family whose generous donations form the spine of its permanent collection, the Nesbitt Gallery is celebrating the change with an inaugural reception at the University of Science and Arts.

Spring Triad events draw 2200 to USAO...

With a hint of spring chill in the morning air, more than 2200 people flocked to the USAO campus for the Spring Triad on April 5. Students from 74 high schools across Oklahoma visited Chickasha.

Graduating artists' work covers...

Five senior art students are taking the last step toward graduation as they prepare the final exhibition of their work at the University of Science and Arts.

An opening reception is scheduled at 7 p.m. on March 31 in the USAO Art Gallery. The event is free, open to the public and refreshments will be provided.

Chalk art festival sends out call to...

Oklahoma artists are invited to participate in the annual Montmartre judged sidewalk chalk art festival on the campus of the University of Science and Arts in Chickasha on April 5.

Educator's work exhibited in...

A print created by Steve Brown, professor of art at the University of Science and Arts, has been included in a printmaking exhibit and portfolio traveling the United States.

Montmartre 2012 Rules

NYC tour announced for May 2012

CHICKASHA – The University of Science and Arts is sponsoring a six day, five night art and theatre tour to New York City that is planned for May 22 through May 27, 2012. The tour will be led by emeritus faculty member Roger Drummond and Jacquelyn Knapp, associate professor of art.

Check out the USAO Magazine today!

Every year, the university produces a new issue of the USAO Magazine to let our many friends and supporters know about this institution’s 108-year legacy and what our students, faculty, alumni and staff are doing to extend it into the future.

This year’s theme is Giving Back and it is chocked full of interesting articles, video features and slideshows that demonstrate all the ways that giving back impact the people around us.

Highlights include:

New Davis Hall painting nears completion

A colorful, rich and mysterious painting – that thoughtfully captures the interdisciplinary USAO mission – will greet students as they arrive on Aug. 29 for the first day of classes. Intricate and lush, the new work incorporates symbols drawn from literature, science, philosophy and history.