School of Visual Arts Alumni

🎓🎓We’re proud to announce that KAWS (BFA 1996 Illustration) will return to his alma mater as the SVA 2026 Commencement keynote speaker! Learn more: Photo: Shaniqwa Jarvis sva.edu/features/artis…

Artist and SVA Alumnus KAWS Named 2026 School of Visual Arts Commencement Speaker The prolific creator—whose sculptures, paintings, and collaborations are celebrated around the world—will take the podium at the College’s graduation ceremony in May. sva.edu/features/artis…

Cooper Hewitt National Design Award Winner Thought Matter, the studio led by Jessie McGuire (MPS 2011 Branding), was recognized with the National Design Award for Communication Design from the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. link.sva.edu/4lAYkvq

SVA’s ShinYeon Moon Heads to MoCCA Fest 2026 This Weekend The SVA faculty member, alumnus, and illustrator discusses zines, personal work, and the creative energy of sharing work in person. sva.edu/features/sva-s…

#SVAwesome: Jong Oh (MFA 2011 Fine Arts), Night of Seoul #1, 2025, etching and aquatint. Oh’s work is on view in “The Earth Is Flat,” at Marc Straus Tribeca, 57 Walker Street, through Friday, April 24. marcstraus.com/exhibitions/17…

Ahead of #MoCCAArtsFest 2026, we caught up with BFA Illustration alumnus Mingyi Gan to discuss her visual world, the mechanics of self-publishing, and more. 🎨✨ 📍 Find her at MoCCA this weekend! 🔗 Read the interview link.sva.edu/4rOK03E

Christine Kozlov Gives Us Food for Thought On the occasion of a show of work by the late Christine Kozlov (1967 Illustration) at London’s Raven Row, Apollo Magazine talks with her friends and peers about her influential career. link.sva.edu/4uBL9yc

Demystifying Contemporary Dance Rachel Papo (MFA 2005 Photography, Video, and Related Media) photographed the Dance Reflections festival for The New York Times. nytimes.com/2026/03/13/art…

'Weapons' at the Oscars Amy Madigan thanked Zach Cregger (BFA 2004 Computer Art), writer and director of Weapons (2025), in her remarks after winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film. Via Los Angeles Times. link.sva.edu/4scrbZn

“The Health Food Store That Raised a Generation of Angelenos” Maggie Shannon (MFA 2013 Photography, Video, and Related Media) photographed Simply Wholesome, a community-oriented and family-owned health food store, for The New York Times. link.sva.edu/45XGYSW

This year’s MoCCA Arts Festival, happening Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29, at the Metropolitan Pavilion and SVA Flatiron Gallery, features talks, comics, and more by dozens of SVA community members. Read about it at the link above. link.sva.edu/40XQOBn

MPS Branding Alumnus Jessie McGuire Wins Cooper Hewitt National Design Award💫 🌟 McGuire leads Thought Matter, the New York City studio recognized with the 2026 National Design Award for Communication Design. link.sva.edu/4lAYkvq

The Oscars kicked off last night with a win for Amy Madigan in 'Weapons.' The film was written and directed by alumnus Zach Cregger (BFA 2004 Computer Art), who guided the performance to the first trophy of the evening. Congratulations to Zach on the achievement!

Honoring @yukoart for #InternationalWomensDay. 🎨✨🗽✍️🔥 From SVA alumnus to legendary faculty member, Yuko’s work is a masterclass in visual storytelling. Today, we celebrate her and the countless women at SVA who continue to redefine the art world. 🎨✨

Via @svalibrary. Take a look at this photography book by SVA alumnus Frank Ockenfels 3 (@fwo3, BFA Photography 1983, @svabfaphotovideo), featuring @DavidBowie. It’s currently on display at the Main Library! Read our interview: link.sva.edu/4q5UoTY

Continuing our #WomensHistoryMonth celebration with @eumiel (MFA Visual Narrative alumna & faculty). 🍎✨ Eugenia’s work is a masterclass in rhythm—her vibrant, fluid palettes have us deeply pining for the golden heat of summer. ☀️❤️‍🔥 #SVANYC #WomenInArt #SVAAlumni

Celebrating alumna Amrita Marino (BFA 2011 Design) for #WomensHistoryMonth. 👩‍🎨✨ Her signature style—defined by sharp geometries and vibrant palettes—has redefined the modern editorial look. A true visionary from the #SVA Design studios. 🍎 #ArtSky #SVANYC #WomenInDesign

The New Creators: SVA Shows 2026 A series of exhibitions, presentations, open studios, portfolio reviews and screenings showcasing the next generation of artists and creative professionals graduating from the School of Visual Arts. link.sva.edu/4r1oTea

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SVA Alumni Scholarship Awards 2026: Pushing Boundaries and Expanding Possibilities This year, $62,500 will fund 92 thesis or portfolio projects by students. sva.edu/features/sva-a…