Visual Opinion (VO)
The Visual Opinion (VO), which publishes multiple issues per year, was founded over 30 years ago. This student-run magazine showcases student art work from all departments and covers a diverse set of visual narratives and themes; an issue can focus on one topic, abstract or real, and another issue can be purely a visual exploration.
Like most publications, it is a work in progress and reflects the changing nature of the staff, the students and the times. Although the magazine's issues are constantly changing, it is the team's commitment to representing the students and staying focused on the SVA student voice that remains an important tenet of the publication.
To view previous issues click here.
Involvement Opportunities
VO offers multiple opportunities to get involved.
Student Contributors
Students are encouraged to submit their work for publishing consideration during a “Call for Entries” before each issue's publication. “Call for Entries” are advertised through SVA Today emails, flyers on campus and through the VO Instagram account (@visualopinion). Issues showcase contributions from students across various departments and artistic disciplines. Contributors who are published are paid according to the VO Contributor Agreement guidelines.
Student Editors
VO maintains a student editorial team responsible for the production and publication process of all issues. Editors also have the opportunity to work with professional printing vendors. Students can apply for open positions within the editorial team in the Spring semester to serve during the following academic year. Student Editors are compensated based on the Editor Agreement guidelines.
Participation in VO activities is reserved for matriculated students. For more information, email VO at VO@sva.edu or follow on Instagram @visualopinion.
