March 4, 2022
Women’s History Month!

MICA proudly recognizes and celebrates the vital role of women throughout history, especially in art and design.








GIF by Into Action creatively directed by Jen Epstein ’07 (Animation BFA)

We want to amplify the many women who make our creative community stronger. Send us your #HERstory - experiences, news, accomplishments, and inspiration - for us to share all month on Instagram.
Participate in MICA’s Next Strategic Plan!

MICA has recently announced the relaunch of its strategic planning process. Share your opinions to help prioritize the College's 2022-2027 objectives. Please find key information here.
We Stand with Ukraine

"We offer solidarity and our best wishes to all who are impacted and have directly reached out to our Ukrainian students to offer more concrete support." Read the full message from MICA President Samuel Hoi regarding the current situation abroad.
Faculty Accomplishments!

Congratulations to both Painting Faculty Jane Dickson who was announced as a participating artist in the 2022 Whitney Biennial: Quiet as it’s Kept, and MAT Faculty Adriane Pereira, who is the winner of the 2022 National Art Education Association Women's Caucus Kathy Connors Teaching Award!
Cast your Vote!

MICA and the Preakness Stakes inaugural The Art of Racing art competition received 129 beautiful entries! See them all and vote for your favorite by Saturday, March 20th!
MICA Weekend 2022
September 30th - October 2nd, 2022

Save the date for the College's second annual MICA Weekend! MICA alumni, parents, and friends can enjoy a weekend of workshops, reunions, entertainment, and more!
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Last month's poll results:
45.5% of last month's readers said they play Wordle! Let the guessing begin!
Easier on the Eyes

Roboto Serif is an important new Google font designed by Greg Gazdowicz ’11 (Graphic Design BFA). Read more about what that means and how it impacts us!
Innovation for Accessibility

Herschel Ruben ’21 (Interdisciplinary Sculpture & Product Design) designed the Compressent desk chair for autistic and other neurodivergent people who experience overstimulation of the nervous system and need a calming mechanism to be productive in their everyday lives. Read more
From Tea to the Olympics

Ran has not stopped designing and growing her skills and expertise in the design field. Learn more about Ran Zheng ’16 (Graphic Design MFA), her hard work, and her successes in this Film Daily feature.
Proof of Life

Tufenkian Fine Arts will present Proof of Life, a solo show featuring artworks by Los Angeles-based artist Tanner Goldbeck ’92 (Visual Communication Illustration BFA). Goldbeck describes his work as “visual chatter,” which fits right in with the energy of Downtown Los Angeles. Read more
2022 Person to Watch

Congratulations to Daniel Frumhoff ’17 (Graphic Design MFA) who was featured as a “2022 Person to Watch” by Graphic Design USA Magazine. Read more
MICA / Alumni Made
TAILQR
Sara Stanton ’20 (Business of Art and Design MPS)

Needing a tie for a new graphic design job, Sara was met with a disappointing selection of binary tie options designed for men and was tired of constantly being told they were shopping in the "wrong" section. After years of research, testing and gathering feedback to perfect the non-binary necktie as a full-scale business, TAILQR was launched in in December 2021.

Have a shop/business you would like us to share? Email alumnirelations@mica.edu
Going.. Going.. SOLD!

Hosted by the MICAMade Marketplace, this professional development series will teach you the ins and outs of selling your work online and off. Click here for the full series details, weekly newsletter, and to register for a professional development alumni networking event!
Another Year, Another Incredible Grad Show!

MICA GRAD SHOW 2022 virtually showcases the culminating work of more than 130 MFA and MA graduate students from the College's internationally renowned programs. Check out the virtual show!
Make Your Mark 2022!
April 7-10th

Save the date for our 7th Annual Giving Day! MICA's students, faculty, and staff are shaping the future of art, entrepreneurship and much more! Can we count on your support? mica.edu/MYM2022
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Background Artwork—
Katie Miecznikowski ’16 (Masters of Arts Art Education)
Tulips
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