Art students are eligible for several competitive awards that recognize artistic excellence, dedication, and promise within the discipline.
The Donald P. Taylor Art Scholarship – Awarded to art majors who demonstrate both financial need and strong artistic ability. The Bill Bohne’ Memorial Art Award – A cash award presented to a student majoring or minoring in Art who shows clear evidence of artistic achievement. The Daniel F. Dickhut Art Award – Named in honor of the founder of the Art Department (1931–2008), this award recognizes excellence and commitment to the program he helped build, including its graphic design sequence. The Jeanne M. Godschalx Art Award – Commemorates a dedicated art student whose passion and creative spirit continue to inspire the department; the special project gallery is named in her honor.
In addition, the department hosts an Annual Student Juried Exhibition, in which student work is evaluated by an invited outside arts professional who selects award recipients, providing students with valuable external recognition and professional feedback.