Scan to watch exclusive content about OSU Arts Week. These units were key to the revival of OSU Arts Week: XOSU ARTS COMMITTEE XCOLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES XDEPARTMENT OF ART, GRAPHIC DESIGN AND ART HISTORY XDEPARTMENT OF THEATRE XGREENWOOD SCHOOL OF MUSIC XDOEL REED CENTER AT TAOS XGARDINER GALLERY OF ART XOSU CENTER FOR POETS AND WRITERS XOSU MUSEUM OF ART XTHE MCKNIGHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS XPRAIRIE ARTS CENTER BRINGING it back “The arts at OSU help us realize what it means to be human. They help us develop empathy. They are excellent at developing our problem-solving skills. They are good at allowing us to be resilient and respond to moments of failure. All of these things are so important in today’s society.” To keep up with all things OSU Arts and Culture, visit okla.st/osu-arts. OSU and Stillwater community members enjoyed musical performances, art exhibitions, the unveiling of a new mural and many other activities during OSU Arts Week 2025. “Most students are not even aware of all the artistic opportunities that our university offers. It is important to make sure students get the opportunity to explore the arts — after all, college is about finding yourself and your passions, and that takes exploration.” More than 10 departments and campus partners contributed to OSU Arts Week. Activities included free choral and musical performances, linocut printing, screen-printed temporary tattoos, musical theatre, a movie night, artist talks, museum exhibitions and gallery shows. “Events like this are important for students of all majors. It may not always be obvious, but the arts are tied into almost everything we do,” said Ashton Miller, an OSU Museum of Art intern who gave out dozens of art kits during the week. “This exposure to different thought processes and experiences helps students become more wellrounded and empathetic individuals. “OSU Arts Week and events like it give students the opportunity to learn about and engage with the various arts departments in ways they may not otherwise be able to.” As OSU Arts Week 2025 concluded, it left a lasting impression on many who participated and attended. The initiative successfully opened conversations about the role of the arts at OSU and created space for students to engage in creative opportunities. “The arts are integral to OSU’s land-grant mission,” said Dr. Kirsten Olds, associate provost for the arts. 4 CONNECT 2025
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