Sixteen graduating seniors from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Art and Design are presenting their thesis works in a week-long exhibition at the Surplus Gallery in the Glove Factory Studio Art Building. The show runs from May 7 to May 8, 2026, with a public closing reception on May 9. Students display works across glass, metals, industrial design, communication design, and studio art as part of their Bachelor of Fine Arts degree requirements.
This exhibition marks a key milestone for emerging artists and designers entering the professional art world, showcasing the breadth of talent nurtured by SIU Carbondale’s program. It highlights the importance of university art departments in fostering new creative voices and providing public platforms for critical thesis work.