Virtual Open House

Advertising and Design Department Chair, Gail Anderson, discusses the department's unique concentrations (Graphic Design, 3D Design, Motion Graphics and Interactive Design) and reviews student work with current SVA students.

Animation Department Chair, Hsiang Chin Moe, provides an overview to the department's award winning curriculum and facilities. Current Animation faculty, Courtney Vonada & Chrissy Fellmeth discuss their teaching philosophies and moderate a live student panel with current Animation students.

Cartooning and Illustration Department Chair, Thomas Woodruff, highlights the incredible work of the department's faculty followed by a live student panel with current students.

Computer Art, Computer Animation and Visual Effects Department Chair, Jimmy Calhoun, discusses the curriculum concentrations and production pipeline, department staff offer live tours and demos of the facilities and current students present their collaborative senior thesis project.

Film Acting Chair, Mary Lee Grisanti, discusses the different concentrations within the department, BFA Film Alumnus, Matt Lombardi (ABC's 20/20 Senior Producer) recalls his experience at SVA and shares tips on navigating the television industry. The program concludes with a panel discussion with current SVA students.

Fine Arts Department Chair, Suzanne Anker, discusses the department's diverse curriculum uniquely connected to cutting-edge technology and traditional fine art practices. Staff provide tours of the department's 3D Sculpture Room, Fibers Lab, Printshop and BioArt Lab.

Interior Design: Built Environments Department Chair, Carol Bentel, discusses curriculum highlights, exhibitions and recent student awards at international design competitions. Department staff provide a live tour of the facilities and current students share their experiences in a panel discussion.

Photography and Video Department Chair, Joseph Maida, highlights the department's acclaimed faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Department staff discuss exhibition opportunities, equipment and curriculum followed by a discussion with current SVA students.

Visual & Critical Studies Department Chair, Tom Huhn, provides an overview of the department's comprehensive curriculum. VCS Faculty member, Peter Hristoff, launches a virtual drawing workshop and current VCS students discuss their experiences.