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While many of you have experienced online learning during the pandemic, it can be a hard transition to jump back into a virtual classroom.

If you are looking for some guidance with Canvas, or just some extra support at this time, the team at MCAD Learning and Teaching Excellence are here to help.

You can reach them via email at tale@mcad.edu, plus check out the “Help” section on Canvas for 24/7 chat support, or scan the QR code for a helpful student guide to Learning at MCAD.

Dear MCAD Community,

We look forward to seeing everyone back on campus on February 16, and are eager to be together again as a community. We’re planning to serve coffee and treats for students that first day back; stay tuned for details. 

As we resume in-person campus life, we continue to monitor federal immigration enforcement activity in our community. We understand that many of you have questions and concerns about how this activity may affect our students, faculty, staff, and campus operations.

WEEKLY OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHT 

CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / RESIDENCIES 

Calls for Art
National Public Art Opportunities

WEEKLY OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHT 

CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / RESIDENCIES 

Calls for Art
National Public Art Opportunities

It’s the 2026-2027 Annual MCAD Merit Competition!

This scholarship competition is designed for students who are currently enrolled full-time in an MCAD degree-seeking program. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or better is required to enter. *Students receiving VA Yellow Ribbon or the Tuition Exchange/Waiver award are not eligible to compete in merit scholarship competitions.

Merit Scholarship Awards will be added to existing financial aid.

Click on the links below for a list of awards, guidelines, and important dates.

2nd Floor by the Service Bureau

These valentines were made by MFA student, Becky Mutrux, by making handmade paper from cotton and abaca. She then dyed them these pastels colors to resemble the candy “Conversation Hearts.” Becky printed the hearts using hand set type using the Showcard Press.

Please feel free to take a Valentine and envelope to send to your own Valentine!

Valentine’s, envelopes and candy provided courtesy of the MCAD Printshop!

2nd Floor by the Service Bureau

These valentines were made by MFA student, Becky Mutrux, by making handmade paper from cotton and abaca. She then dyed them these pastels colors to resemble the candy “Conversation Hearts.” Becky printed the hearts using hand set type using the Showcard Press.

Please feel free to take a Valentine and envelope to send to your own Valentine!

Valentine’s, envelopes and candy provided courtesy of the MCAD Printshop!

Counseling is available to all students for both in-person and remote appointments. All counseling resources, including how to book an appointment, can be found on the “resources” section of the MCAD Intranet under Student Counseling and Wellness.

As we move into remote learning for the upcoming weeks, the MCAD Library would like to remind you that they are open, and are a great option if you want to grab a cozy corner and log into class from the Library. They have lots of great study spaces, plus sunshine and plants. The Library also has Seasonal Affective Disorder(SAD) Lamps available to use both in the Library, or to check out and take home just like a book. Ask a Librarian for more on how to check out a SAD Lamp.

As we move into remote learning for the upcoming weeks, the MCAD Library would like to remind you that they are open, and are a great option if you want to grab a cozy corner and log into class from the Library. They have lots of great study spaces, plus sunshine and plants. The Library also has Seasonal Affective Disorder(SAD) Lamps available to use both in the Library, or to check out and take home just like a book. Ask a Librarian for more on how to check out a SAD Lamp.

This week's spotlight includes: Bader Rutter, American Public Media Group, RedPeg Marketing, and Metropolitan Airports Commission… 

Job Title: Video Media Production Intern

Organization Name: Bader Rutter

Wage/Salary: $18–20/hr/hr