Department of Art
Concordia University, Nebraska’s Department of Art is a community of visual artists and designers committed to an innovative program, a rigorous work ethic and an attitude of artistic integrity. Together they form the premier Christian visual arts learning community in the Midwest.
The Concordia Difference
Faith-Inspired Creativity
In Concordia’s art programs, students explore how their creative gifts can reflect God’s truth and beauty, shaping a visual language that serves the church and world.
Hands-On Studio Experience
With access to personal studio space, students can develop their artistic voice through painting, sculpture, printmaking, graphic design, photography and more.
Faculty Mentors
Faculty are not only accomplished artists and designers, but also mentors who care deeply about each student’s spiritual and creative growth.
Interested in Art at Concordia?
The courses here are pushing me to learn more and know more about my career and at the same time are incorporating God and how it is important that God has a plan for me and how I can see God in everything I do, even in my future career.
Sophia Orr
Graphic Design
Accreditation
Concordia University, Nebraska is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Brommer Art Center
Concordia’s art building, Brommer Art Center, houses fabrication facilities, multi-purpose classrooms, media-specific studios and workshops, student and faculty studios, staff and faculty offices, a state-of-the-art computer design lab and exhibition space. Brommer also boasts 11 dedicated student studio art spaces. Whatever form your art takes, you’ll have all the resources you need to grow and create.
Scholarships
Art Scholarships
If you're pursuing a major in art, you could be eligible to receive a scholarship that will be combined with any other academic or athletic offers as a way to help make your Concordia experience more affordable.
Academic Scholarships
Concordia University, Nebraska provides countless financial aid opportunities for our students including academic, talent, need-based, faith-based and church work scholarships. To recognize and celebrate your God-given abilities and talents, we award generous scholarships and grants to 100% of our incoming full-time students!
Art Faculty
Concordia’s art faculty are accomplished artists, designers and scholars who are passionate about helping students grow in artistic skill and academic excellence.
Academic Programs
- B.S.Ed.Art Education Major
- B.A.Art Therapy Major
- B.A. B.F.A.Graphic Design Major | Minor
- B.A. B.F.A.Studio Art Major | Minor
Clubs and Experience
Art Club
Art Club is a student-led group where peers connect outside the classroom to explore ideas in art, share perspectives and build community through creative activities and conversation.
Marxhausen Gallery of Art
The Marxhausen Gallery of Art on Concordia’s campus houses the Koenig and Wake–Wiegmann Collections, featuring over 300 contemporary prints and works on paper by nationally and internationally recognized artists like Chuck Close, Elizabeth Murray, and Robert Rauschenberg.
Saturday Art School
Concordia University, Nebraska’s Art Department hosts Saturday School morning sessions for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade students. Concordia students lead hands-on lessons and age-based activities focused on art history, aesthetics and art making.
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