At Boston University School of Visual Arts (SVA), we nurture the creative potential of every student through a balance of rigorous training and open exploration. We emphasize collaboration and dialogue alongside the focus of the studio and the freedom of choices offered by the larger university. Through our ethos, curriculum, and program offerings, SVA engages students in highly experiential learning, building expertise and experimentation through critique, process, and concept.
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BFA Thesis Exhibition Highlights Dazzling Work by Graduating Seniors in School of Visual Arts
Four painting, sculpture, printmaking, and graphic design students talk about their projects. The show is on view at 808 Gallery through May 9
Boston University Graphic Design Program Earns Graphic Design USA Accolades
BU Assistant Professor Mary Yang named GDUSA 2026 Person to Watch; Three students recognized; Program listed among Top Design Schools
Disney Producer and Academy Award Winner Roy Conli Named 2026 CFA Convocation Speaker
Long-time producer at Walt Disney Animation Studios, with credits that include The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Big Hero 6, Roy Conli (CFA'87) will address the Class of 2026 at CFA's Convocation on Saturday, May 16
Boston University School of Visual Arts Announces 2026 BFA/BA Thesis Exhibitions
The 2026 BFA/BA thesis shows celebrate the works of 40 graduating students across BU’s undergraduate programs in Painting, Graphic Design, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Art
CFA’s 2026 Kahn Award Winner and Finalists Plan to Use Their Prize Money to Make an Impact
Top prize of $20,000 goes to pianist Carlo Balmoria (CFA’26)
School of Visual Arts MFA Thesis Exhibitions Open
Five graduating master’s students talk about their work
CFA Names 2026 Recipients of the Esther B. and Albert S. Kahn Awards
The annual BU College of Fine Arts event honors students’ artistic excellence, with awards helping to boost their careers after graduation
BU Wheelock Forum Explores AI in Education
The event, attended by approximately 250 people—including educators, administrators, and scholars—featured CFA professors James Grady and Clay Hopper
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Guided by world-class artists and educators emphasizing skill-building and the ability to think creatively, you will hone your eye, hand, and mind at SVA.
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