2026 MFA Thesis Exhibitions
Open March 9 through March 25, 2026
Alex Cox, Sea Glass, 2026, archival inkjet print on paper (left). Draper Matthews, The Womb, the Tomb, and Everything Between, 2026, blown and ground opal white glass, kiln-cast glass, cast urethane plastic, gold and silver leaf, clay, enamel paint, silicone rubber (right).
Overview
University Galleries of Illinois State University will present the 2026 MFA Thesis Exhibitions from March 9 through March 25, 2026.
2026 MFA Thesis Exhibitions features two simultaneous solo exhibitions by Master of Fine Arts students in Illinois State’s Wonsook Kim School of Art: Alex Cox and Draper Matthews.
The exhibitions are the culmination of the students’ research during their three-year program. In addition to writing a thesis and creating their artwork, each student develops their own exhibition plan, installs their work, and writes their accompanying labels. University Galleries is thrilled to partner with the Wonsook Kim School of Art to offer graduating MFA students these opportunities for professional development.
Exhibition Documentation
Exhibition Events
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Friday, March 20, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Independent drawing hour. Spend time looking closely at artworks in the exhibition and drawing at your own pace. Materials provided. -
Saturday, March 21, from 11 a.m. to noon
Sensory-friendly art-viewing hour. The lights will be dimmed, and video volumes will be turned down. -
Wednesday, March 25, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Reception for MFA Thesis Exhibitions
