Nearly 70 student artists are featured in SUNY Oneonta’s 2026 Juried Student Show, now on display at the Martin-Mullen Art Gallery through May 2. The exhibition includes over 90 works in media such as painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, digital art, and mixed media, selected by faculty from more than 100 submissions. A public reception with 17 awards will be held on April 30.
The show matters because it provides students with professional experience—submission, jurying, and exhibition—while celebrating the breadth of the university’s art program. For participants like senior Madison Budek, inclusion offers validation and hope for a career in the art world. Gallery Director Sarah Simpson emphasizes that the exhibition highlights student engagement and the program’s strength, making it a key milestone for emerging artists.