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Tia Keo on Finlandia Fridays
December 7, 2018

Learning to give Permission with Finnish American Artist Tia Keo

Visiting artist Tia Keo dropped by Finlandia Fridays this week to talk about her work in the 28th Annual Finnish Contemporary Artist Series. Keo’s father David Salmela was the 16th artist in the series, making it the first time two family members have been showcased in the series.

Keo has a variety of work hanging in the gallery, from sculpture to weavings. Keo admitted while being an artist her whole life, she has just recently started calling herself [...]

November 19, 2018

Tia Salmela Keobounpheng featured during 28th annual exhibit

28th Annual Contemporary Finnish American Artist Series Exhibition to feature Tia Salmela Keobounpheng

Finlandia University Gallery will present the 28th annual Contemporary Finnish American Artist Series Exhibition featuring the work of artist Tia Salmela Keobounpheng. Her exhibit, titled Permission, will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, from November 29, 2018 to February 15, 2019.

An opening reception for the public will take place at the gallery on Thursday, November  29, from 7 to [...]

October 17, 2018

Michael Friend .COM exhibition opens October 25

Finlandia University Gallery will present Michael Friend .COM, an exhibit of large-scale paintings. .COM will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, from October 25 to November 20, 2018.

An opening reception for the public will take place at the gallery on Thursday, October 25th, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Michael Friend will present an artist talk beginning at 7:20 p.m. The reception is free and open to the [...]

September 13, 2018

Rabbit Island artists to be featured at Finlandia University Gallery

A Sense of Place: Works from Rabbit Island September 20 – October 19, 2018 Opening Reception: Thursday, September 20, 2018 Artist talk beginning at 7:20 p.m.

Rabbit Island in Lake Superior. Photo courtesy of Rob Gorski.

Finlandia University Gallery will present A Sense of Place: Works from Rabbit Island, an exhibit featuring the collected works of 13 artists who participated in the Rabbit Island Foundation Residency Program. Several short films created on and about Rabbit Island will also [...]

July 24, 2018

Finlandia University Gallery presents Libby VanderPloeg: Sharp Edges

 

Photo credit: Leigh Ann Cobb Photography www.leighanncobb.com.

Finlandia University Gallery will present the work of artist and illustrator Libby VanderPloeg. Sharp Edges, an exhibit featuring mixed-media paintings, animations and digital illustrations will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center from July 26 to September 6, 2018.

A closing reception for the public will take place at the gallery on Thursday, September 6, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. with [...]

May 24, 2018

Finnish photographer Terhi Asumaniemi opening reception is June 7

Birdsong by Terhi Asumaniemi

Terhi Asumaniemi’s Mindscapes – Forest Narratives to be on display June 7 through July 20

Finlandia University Gallery will present the work of Finnish visual artist Terhi Asumaniemi.  Mindscapes – Forest Narratives, a photography exhibit will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, from June 7 to July 20, 2018.

An opening reception for the public will take place at the gallery on Thursday, June 7, [...]

Karin Van Dyke
May 7, 2018

Karin Van Dyke now Vice President of External Relations and Advancement

Finlandia University is pleased to announce Karin Van Dyke is stepping into the role of Vice President of External Relations and Advancement.

“Throughout my career, I have had some awesome positions which gave me the opportunity to extend the reach of my organization by strengthening public relations and community connections,” said Van Dyke.  “With this role change, we now have the opportunity to devote dedicated time to do this important work.”

Van Dyke has been at Finlandia for five years, starting [...]

May 2, 2018

Summer hours return to Finlandia University Gallery

Finlandia University Gallery in the Finnish American Heritage Center in Hancock announces its return to spring/summer hours. Beginning May 2, the gallery is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Please check the gallery webpage for exhibition schedule.

The current exhibit Finlandia University International School of Art & Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Diploma Works Exhibition is on display until May 31. Learn more about this exhibit, other exhibits and the Finlandia University Gallery [...]

April 26, 2018

BFA Diploma Works Exhibition opens Saturday

The 2018 International School of Art & Design graduating seniors are Zong Deng (Graphic Design), Levi Grannis (Intermedia), Olivia Leukuma (Graphic Design), Taylor Ruotsala (Fiber and Fashion Design), Hannah Scott (Graphic Design), Mark Siminski (Graphic Design), Abigail Tembreull (Intermedia), William Thompson (Ceramics), Clancy Tunstall (Graphic Design) and Sara Williams (Intermedia).

Exhibit Dates: April 28 to May 31, 2018 Reception: Saturday, April 28, 7 p.m.

Those students will be showcasing their work at Finlandia University Gallery from April 28 to May 31, with an [...]

April 20, 2018

Spring 2018 Finals Week Activities

Don’t miss out on these fun Finals Week Activities!

Sunday, April 22 Late Night Tutoring from 7 p.m. -10 p.m. in Finlandia Hall. Get prepared for finals week with TRIO and TLC Tutors. At least six professional tutors will be available to help in topics ranging from math, English, science, psychology and more! Late Night Breakfast from 10 p.m. -11 p.m. at the Finlandia Hall Café. Free and open to all students. Monday, April 23 Chair Massages [...]

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