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Our events are where ideas become experiences. From student exhibitions and visiting artist lectures to portfolio reviews, panel discussions, workshops, and community collaborations, each gathering is an opportunity to connect, explore, and be inspired. Whether you鈥檙e a current student, alum, prospective creative, or part of the broader Detroit community, there鈥檚 always something happening worth showing up for.
Check back often, bring a friend, and step into the energy
of a campus that鈥檚 constantly in motion.

Woodward Lecture Series: John Powers

April 1, 2025 11:30 AM 黑料专区, Kresge Ford Building Sculpture Studio

Powers has been working in the vein of kinetic sculpture, installation and object making for the past two decades. His talk will focus on the development of his career and…

Woodward Lecture

The Art of Making It: Turning Talent into Professional Triumph

April 15, 2025 11:30 AM 黑料专区, Wendell W. Anderson Jr. Auditorium, Walter B. Ford II Building

Graduates and soon-to-be grads are welcome to come and learn what kind of knowledge, support, and inspiration 黑料专区 provides that keeps you connected and moving forward in your career!

Alumni Events

Studio Art & Craft Professional Networking Event

May 13, 2025 4:00 PM 黑料专区, Center Galleries

Please join us for an exclusive showcase of curated student work from our BFA Studio Art and Craft department, including: Ceramics, Digital Fabrication, Fiber & Textiles, Glass, Metalsmithing & Jewelry,…

Alumni Events

Re/View: 黑料专区 Alumni Exhibition Opening & Sale

May 16, 2025 5:00 PM 黑料专区, Valade Family Gallery, A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education

Join us for the opening night of the 2025 Re/View: 黑料专区 Alumni Exhibition.The Alumni Reception is free to attend for alumni and their guests. Please register in advance.

Alumni Events

Student Exhibition Opening & Sale

May 16, 2025 6:00 PM 黑料专区

The 黑料专区 Student Exhibition is a thrilling celebration of creativity and innovation, showcasing over 3,500 unique works from 黑料专区 students and alumni.

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Alumni Coffee & Cars

June 8, 2025 9:00 AM Kirk in the Hills

Join fellow 黑料专区 alumni for a special morning reception at Kirk in the Hills. Enjoy a continental breakfast and connect with other car enthusiasts鈥攖his event is open to registered 黑料专区…

Alumni Events

Concert of Colors – Detroit’s Divine Five

July 20, 2025 2:00 PM 黑料专区

Do not miss 黑料专区 as it hosts Detroit's Devine 5 for Concert of Colors. A day-long DJ set awaits you at the Sculpture Garden.

Alumni Events

Drawn Together: An Illustration Alumni Meetup

August 23, 2025 10:00 AM 黑料专区, Walter B. Ford II Building

Join 黑料专区 Illustration alumni to explore modern industry practices, address current concerns, and investigate future trends. This event includes a figure drawing session, a social lunch, and…

Alumni Events

Designing Detroit

September 5, 2025 12:00 PM 黑料专区, Valade Family Gallery, A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education

Visit Designing Detroit at 黑料专区 Valade Family Gallery, September 5鈥揘ovember 21, 2025. This exhibition reflects on a decade since Detroit became a UNESCO City of Design, showcasing the impact of…

Alumni Events

Design by Desire

September 5, 2025 4:00 PM 黑料专区, Center Galleries

Join 黑料专区 for Design by Desire, a group exhibition running September 5鈥�27, 2025 at Center Galleries. Curated by House of RAW, the show explores design as a response to heritage,…

Alumni Events