The MSUFCU Student Art Exhibit is back and will open to the public for viewing from Wednesday, Jan. 27, through Wednesday, Feb. 24, at the Michigan State University Federal Credit Union Headquarters in East Lansing. Young, local artists from 11 mid-Michigan high schools will showcase artwork, hoping to earn votes from those who stop by the headquarters during regular business hours for the exhibit.
With in-person viewing limited this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, most of the public is expected to the view the art and vote online at msufcuart.com and on the exhibit’s Facebook page, MSU Federal Credit Union Student Art Exhibit.
The participating high schools may showcase up to 15 pieces of artwork which can include paintings, sketches, 3D pieces, photography and animations. This year’s participating schools are Bath, East Lansing, Everett, Fowlerville, Grand Ledge, Holt, Lansing Christian, Leslie, Mason, Okemos and Williamston.
The public is invited to view students’ artwork and cast their vote starting Wednesday, Jan. 27. Voting ends Wednesday, Feb. 24. Votes help determine the People’s Choice Awards and a School Spirit Award, given to the high school that draws the most votes.
Prizes include $300 for first place winners, $200 for second place winners, $100 for third place winners and cash prizes for 10 honorable mentions. One student also will be awarded a $50 Social Media Award for gaining the most “likes” on the MSUFCU Student Art Exhibit Facebook page. Three local artists will judge the students’ artwork.
People may visit the exhibit in the lobby of the MSUFCU Headquarters at 3777 West Road in East Lansing during normal business hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Covid-19 restrictions may apply, please check ahead before viewing.
The exhibit typically draws its crowds on VIP and awards nights, however, due to COVID-19 restrictions and safety concerns, no public events will be held. Instead, award winners will be named in a televised event airing 10:30 a.m. Sunday, March 14, on WILX. The pubic is encouraged to visit the website to view art and vote at msufcuart.com.
The MSUFCU Student Art Exhibit is sponsored by 517 Magazine.
