Master of Fine Arts in Studio
Design for Emerging Technologies saic.edu/mfadet Explore the intersection of art and technology and contribute to building the creative world of tomorrow. This program brings together a rich array of technologies and design disciplines, empowering students to pursue a wide range of creative directions.
Seminars and courses Studio work and graduate projects are supported through coursework and seminars that expose students to dialogues around the production, exhibition, and function of art and design. Students have the freedom to choose from a wide variety of seminars, courses, and advisors across SAIC. Graduate critiques are central to the MFA experience and include discipline-specific panels in the fall semester and interdisciplinary conferences in the spring semester.
Multi-dimensional exploration Students have access to a broad range of resources, including community and environmental technology, immersive environments, information architecture, physical and situated computing, parametric design, and design for connected objects and environments. Together with the diverse experience of our renowned faculty, this enables students to create a personalized program according to their interests and creative objectives.
Interdisciplinary practice Our expansive educational model emphasizes history, critical thinking, and engagement across disciplines. We encourage students to work with faculty and peers in any area that supports their graduate work and research. Graduate MFA studios for Architecture, Designed Objects, and Design for Emerging Technologies are clustered, providing a sense of community and easy access to shared fabrication facilities.
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The Sullivan Fabrication Studio This dedicated fabrication workshop is equipped with a full range of hand tools and industrial wood- and metalworking machines.
Curriculum Requirements Studio MFA 6009 Graduate Projects, Seminars and/or a maximum of 12 credits of 3000 level and above studios
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Art History ARTHI 5002 Graduate Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art or ARTHI 5120 Survey of Modern and Contemporary Architecture and Design
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Art History Courses at the 4000 level or above
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• Mold-making facility with plaster mixing, dust collection, fume extractor, and vacuum chamber
Electives Any course in any area at 3000 level or above
9
• Large high-flow paint and finishing hood
Participation in four graduate critiques
• Material sales center with sheet goods, hardwoods, plastics, foam, etc. • 2 CNC routers (4’× 8’ Highspeed) • Large bed vacuum thermo-former (2’ × 4’) • Power tools, including jointer, planer, mortiser, drill press, lathe, table saws, band saws, and sanders • Assorted sewing machines
• On-site materials library • Dedicated workspace in large, open-plan communal studios
Participation in ONE of the following appropriate to your artistic practice: Graduate Exhibition, Graduate Performance Event or Graduate Screenings. Total Credit Hours
Faculty ELLEN GRIMES ERIC HOTCHKISS LINDA KEANE T. CAMILLE MARTIN-THOMSEN CARL RAY MILLER DOUGLAS PANCOAST TIM PARSONS HENNIE REYNDERS JONATHAN SOLOMON TRISTAN D’ESTREE STERK JIM TERMEER
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Application Process Submit: › Online application › Application fee › Official college transcripts › Statement of purpose › Letters of recommendation › ePortfolio › Résumé/CV
For complete faculty listing visit: saic.edu/aiado
Application Deadline: January 10
Minli Cao, Butterflu
María Urigoitia Villanueva Chicago, Iteration 4, Stochastic Cities, 2018
The Advanced Output Center
• 120w laser cutters
Students have access to a fully equipped printing and prototyping lab, including:
• 3D scanners, including Artec Eva, Handyscan, and NextEngine
• 3D printers, including machines that use PLA, ASA, and acrylic-like resin as building material
• Flatbed and large format scanners
Minli Cao, Butterflu
Graduate Admissions 36 South Wabash Avenue, suite 1201 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone 312.629.6100 / 800.232.7242 gradmiss@saic.edu
For application requirements, visit saic.edu/mfadet