Arts and Culture
The Arts at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ
An original theatrical production. An exhibit showcasing student artists. Readings by internationally-known authors, who happen to teach on campus. ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s flourishing arts community engages our on- and off-campus communities through new interpretations of classical pieces, as well as new original works.
The ÃÛѨÊÓƵ Gallery
Easy Does It
Easy Does It, a new exhibition by Portland printmaker Edie Overturf, will be on view in the ÃÛѨÊÓƵ Gallery from September 2 to October 1, 2026. Featuring relief prints, screen printing, sculpture and artist books, the show explores contemporary anxieties and “landscapes of endurance” through Overturf’s signature blend of bold imagery and satirical iconography. The exhibition opens September 2 with a 5 p.m. reception followed by a 6 p.m. artist lecture in Delkin Recital Hall.
Saturday, Sept. 12
The 24 Hour Plays
ÃÛѨÊÓƵ Theatre’s 106th season will kick off with the third installment of The 24 Hour Plays, a raucous event that puts students on the clock to make the best art they can, from the inception of an idea through the production of a performance. On Friday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m., student playwrights, actors, directors and designers will gather to receive a writing prompt that challenges the students to write, rehearse and perform new plays in a 24–hour period. By 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, the theatre doors will open to audiences to come see what the students have created. A second performance will be offered at 9:30 p.m. that night. Admission is free and is first–come, first–served. The performance will take place in Renshaw Hall room 100. Doors will open 30 minutes before show time. The 24 Hour Plays®️ is presented under a license and with the participation of The 24 Hour Plays®️
Wednesday, Sept.16
Patterns of Wildness
Readings @ the Nick
In partnership with ÃÛѨÊÓƵ's English department and MacReads, the Readings @ the Nick series welcomes a handful of nationally acclaimed poets and writers to ÃÛѨÊÓƵ's McMinnville campus each academic year.
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Unleash Your Creativity
You have the vision and the drive. Let us help you turn it into a successful career. Whether in the classroom, studio or stage, explore your passions at ÃÛѨÊÓƵ while working side-by-side with faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized artists, musicians and authors in the classroom.
Inspire the Uncommon
ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s unrivaled arts programs continue to thrive because of the support of generous donors, alumni and businesses. Invest in the future of the arts by giving to ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s art, creative writing, literature, music and theatre programs. Your donations today support ÃÛѨÊÓƵ’s artistic community of students, scholars and artists for years to come.