WHY US?

Find your voice. Fuel your passion. Ignite your future.

The University of Utah College of Fine Arts faculty and programs challenge, immerse and ultimately prepare committed students for a rewarding career in the arts. 

Specialization and Teaching

World class faculty and robust arts teaching programs fuel the next generations of creative thinkers.

Spotlight

With over a dozen venues to exhibit, perform, or screen films, students’ chances to shine are abundant.

Arts Research

As a Research 1 institution, opportunities abound to participate in groundbreaking creative and scholarly arts research.

Interdisciplinary

Whether across creative disciplines or across campus, innovation thrives where the arts intersect.

Creative Culture

Salt Lake City’s thriving and vibrant arts culture offers world class local and global arts experiences.

Nature

Nestled at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, campus is minutes away from trailheads and ski resorts.

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The Finer Points

U Campus is your one-stop shop for holiday goods

11-12-2025

U Campus is your one-stop shop for holiday goods

It’s time to shop ‘til you drop! Annual holiday sales are back at the Department of Art & Art History (Gittins Gallery), Utah Museum of Fine Arts...

Experience holiday magic: musicals, local art markets, storytime, and more!

11-12-2025

Experience holiday magic: musicals, local art markets, storytime, and more!

Whether you’re seeking a solo night of entertainment or activities for the whole family, the University of Utah campus will glow bright and merry with...

OMIGOD, don your pink and see Legally Blonde

11-06-2025

OMIGOD, don your pink and see Legally Blonde

Female empowerment, fashion, and fun unite on the stage of the Meldrum Theatre as the University of Utah Department of Theatre prepares to open its...

Art is Everywhere: Refugee Agriculture, Psychology, and Justice

10-28-2025

Art is Everywhere: Refugee Agriculture, Psychology, and Justice

You’re probably familiar with the fact that our alumni grace stages, studios, galleries, and screens worldwide. And you likely know about our alumni...

College of Fine Arts’ Liz Leckie wins global advising administrator award

10-22-2025

College of Fine Arts’ Liz Leckie wins global advising administrator award

University of Utah College of Fine Arts Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Affairs, Liz Leckie, PhD, has done it again. After being named the...

V. Kim Martinez (Art) guides students in public mural designs for Murray Theatre

10-02-2025

V. Kim Martinez (Art) guides students in public mural designs for Murray Theatre

Department of Art & Art History students enrolled in Urban Artworks Art #4185 at the University of Utah, under the guidance of Professor V. Kim...

Fine Arts will shine at U Family Weekend

10-01-2025

Fine Arts will shine at U Family Weekend

Join the College of Fine Arts during U Family Weekend 2025 on October 24-26 with backstage and...

ArtsForce Asks: The Curleys

09-30-2025

ArtsForce Asks: The Curleys

By Elias Kempt and Inez Akumutima

Nothing is more unpredictable than the career of a professional artist. The uncertainty of life post-graduation...

“Relative Truths” at the UMFA showcases Art & Art History faculty members’ contemporary works

09-25-2025

“Relative Truths” at the UMFA showcases Art & Art History faculty members’ contemporary works

Every three years, faculty members from the University of Utah Department of Art & Art History present contemporary works the Utah Museum of Fine...

No play like it

09-23-2025

No play like it

The University of Utah Department of Theatre presents...

Coyotek, a Solo Exhibition by Mexican-American Artist Jorge Rojas at Gittins Gallery

09-17-2025

Coyotek, a Solo Exhibition by Mexican-American Artist Jorge Rojas at Gittins Gallery

The Gittins Gallery at the University of Utah proudly presents Coyotek, a solo exhibition by nationally and internationally celebrated Mexican-American...

Presenting CFA Research Week

09-11-2025

Presenting CFA Research Week

In celebration of the extraordinary and impactful research done by the members of the U's College of Fine Arts Faculty, we invite you to join us for...

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