Undergraduate News

SVA Heads to MoCCA Arts Fest 2026 With a Strong Presence Across the Festival
Students, alumni, and faculty from across the College will take part in the annual comics and cartooning festival, and the College will host festival programming at its SVA Flatiron Gallery.

School of Visual Arts Students and Faculty Participate at the 9th Annual Animation First Festival
The annual festival offers an international stage for SVA students and faculty to present their work, collaboration, and creative vision.

Five SVA Community Instagrams to Follow for Women’s History Month
These five women artists—all 2026 Alumni Scholarship Award winners—are on the cusp of joining the professional ranks as they prepare for Commencement this May.

SVA Alumni Take Home Honors at the 2026 Annies
Alumni were recognized at the annual animation awards ceremony for their work in writing, production design, and editorial, with additional nominations in feature music and TV/media writing.

2026 Annual HOPE Art Competition Winners
The poster contest and exhibition, hosted each year by SVA Student Health and Counseling Services and SVA Student Affairs, is now on view.

SVA Alumni Scholarship Awards 2026: Pushing Boundaries and Expanding Possibilities
This year, $62,500 will fund 92 thesis or portfolio projects by students.

The Society of Illustrators Honors SVA Artists at its ‘Illustrators 68’ Exhibition
Ten community members are recognized at the Society’s prestigious annual show.

SVA Celebrates the Year of the Horse
A roundup of SVA community projects and New York City events commemorating the New Year

Eric Baker’s 2026 SVA Subway Poster Is a Guiding Hand—and a Promise
For his SVA subway poster, the graphic designer pairs a violet hand and a star-chart overlay with a clear message about mentorship.