ASI Student Art Exhibition

Calling student artists! Submit your art to be installed in the University Student Union (USU). 
 
The selected art pieces will be installed over Spring Break 2025 and taken down over Winter Break 2026.
 
Currently enrolled CSUSM Student artists/currently recognized Student Organizations can submit their art piece application online when fall openings are announced. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. 
 
Submissions are limited to 2-D mediums that can be secured on a flat surface. This includes photography, paintings, drawings, sketches, graphic design, and mixed media. See more information in drop downs below. 

This year's theme is 'Reflections of Self: Identity & Self-Discovery', a collection focused on the diverse experiences that help tell your story as a human, a student, and a member of your communities.

Applications 

Applications are now closed. 

• Theme

  This year's theme is 'Reflections of Self: Identity & Self-Discovery', a collection focused on the diverse experiences that help tell your story as a human, a student, and a member of your communities.

• Guidelines
  • Submissions are limited to 2-D mediums that can be secured on a flat surface. This includes photography, paintings, drawings, sketches, graphic design, and mixed media.
  • 3-pound total weight maximum of art piece.
  • Dimensions must not exceed 24" W x 24" H with maximum depth of 1 inch.
  • Art piece should be appropriate in scale, media and context with its intended display location. Entry must be appropriately secured; poses a potential safety concern if over listed guidelines  
  • CSUSM Students/Currently Recognized Student Organization submissions only
  • The art should align with ASI’s values of Advocacy, Solidarity, and Integrity and its vision to provide representation, to offer an inclusive environment, and to promote campus pride for all students.
  • No bodily or animal fluids allowed on art pieces.
• Timeline
  •  Applications Open: November 15th, 2024
  • Applications Close: January 31st, 2025
  • Applicant Will Be Notified of Approval: February 7th, 2025
  • Last Day for Applicant to Request Materials from ASI: February 11th, 2025
  • Final Art Piece Due: March 7th, 2025
  • Installation Dates: Spring Break 2025