2026-2027 Art Gallery Exhibitions

Graphite drawing of a woman

"Campus Creatives: Creative Celebration Faculty and Staff"

October 31, 2026 - December 30, 2026

Opening Reception: November 6, 2026 - 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Special Hours: December 4, 2026 - Open at 6:00 p.m. | Reception Following Christmas at Heritage Center “Goodness and Light,” which will take the stage at 7:30 p.m.

"Campus Creatives: Creative Celebration Faculty and Staff" celebrates the creativity and artistic talents of the University of Dubuque community. Faculty and staff were invited to share original artwork in any medium, from painting and photography to sculpture, fiber arts, digital media, and more. The resulting exhibition reflects the wide range of creative expression that thrives across our campus.

Many faculty and staff regularly engage in creative pursuits and find joy in the artistic process. For some, creative practice is a lifelong and well-established part of their identity. For others, making art is a quieter, often private passion. Regardless of experience or medium, the works on display have been generously shared and represent the unique creative endeavors of colleagues from throughout the University.

Exhibitions such as this provide an opportunity to share our artistic work with colleagues, students, and the broader campus community. At the same time, they invite us to discover the creative talents, innovative thinking, and remarkable skills of those with whom we work with every day. Seeing our colleagues through the lens of their creative expression deepens our appreciation for the diverse experiences and perspectives they bring to campus life.

The exhibition highlights a rich variety of interests, ideas, and artistic voices, resulting in a vibrant collection that celebrates the depth of talent, imagination, and creativity within our faculty and staff community. Together, these works remind us that creativity flourishes in many forms and enriches the University of Dubuque in meaningful ways.

Artists:

Hannah Bauch

Robert Broshous

Mary Bryant

Bridget Capesius

Christine Darr

John Downing

Mary Emily Duba

Susan Forshey

Brian Hallstoos

Jean Holdener

Angela Jones

Lisa Nachtman Loney

Yara Lopez

Mike Doyle

Abbey Howell

Dave Rokusek

Jeanne Rupert

Sheila Sabers

Matthew Schlimm

Timothy Matthew Slemmons

Vance Thomas

Hana Velde

Jennifer Wickman