MFA Thesis Exhibition, artist talks and reception

Closeup of artwork by Anna Le
Anna Le, The Screen Series, 2024

PULLMAN, Wash. — The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU is proud to present the 2025 MFA Thesis Exhibition, Artist Talks and Reception. The thesis exhibition by MFA candidates will be on view from March 25–June 28, with talks given by each of the artists for 2025 Spring Family Weekend on Friday, April 4, from 3–4 p.m. An opening reception follows the talks in the museum galleries from 4–6 p.m. All events are free and open to the public.

This MFA Thesis Exhibition is an annual showcase culminating several years work by the Master of Fine Arts graduate candidates. With its wide range of art-making approaches, the thesis exhibition provides a stimulating experience for faculty, students and museum visitors. This year’s MFA candidates are Cameron Kester, Anna Le, Abigail Nnaji and Sara St. Clair.

Closeups of four 2025 MFA artists.
(Left–Right) MFA artists Abigail Nnaji, Anna Le, Cameron Kester, Sara St. Clair.

Traveling from many places to join the cohort at WSU, these student-artists have engaged in an intense interdisciplinary studio program. They met regularly with faculty members for group and individual critiques. Visiting artists and scholars provided diverse one-on-one insight into their creative work. Each artist sharpened their confidence, convictions and skills. Their MFA Thesis Exhibition is a focused conclusion, yet it also marks an exciting transition toward their professional careers. Museum exhibitions and events are always free and open to the public.

Organized by the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU. Funding for this exhibition is provided by the Samuel H. and Patricia W. Smith Endowment, the Department of Art and friends of the museum.

Location: The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU is located in the Crimson Cube (on Wilson Road across from Martin Stadium and the CUB) on the WSU Pullman campus. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, 1–4 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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