Healing Art Showcase Awards Reception

Experience the inaugural Healing Art Showcase, hosted by Counseling and Psychiatric Services in partnership with the College of Arts and Letters, and the MSU Student Union. From March 9–13, the MSU Student Union Lobby will feature student artwork inspired by the theme “Stories of Community and Home,” highlighting the many ways Spartans express belonging, identity, and mental health through creative mediums. Stop by throughout the week to explore the diverse pieces on display and support MSU student artists as they share their stories with the campus community.

An art reception and award ceremony will be held on March 12 from 4:30–7 p.m. in the Lake Huron Room.

2025 Theme: Stories of Community and Home

This year’s theme, Stories of Community and Home, invites students to explore the places, people, cultures, memories, and relationships that shape belonging. “Home” may be a physical location, a tradition, a shared language, or an emotional space. “Community” may emerge through culture, collective experiences, support networks, or moments of joy or grief.

Students are encouraged to submit work that interprets the theme through a mental health lens.

Eligible Submission Types

The Art Review Committee welcomes a wide range of mediums, including:

• Paintings
• Drawings
• Sculptures
• Prints
• Poems
• Digital art and installations

All submissions must align with the theme. Due to space limitations, not all submissions may be selected for display.

Key Dates

February 27 — Submission deadline
February 27–March 6 — Drop off window for approved artwork at the CAPS Union office (3rd floor)
March 9, 8–9 a.m. — Artwork setup
March 9–13 — Artwork displayed in the MSU Student Union Lobby
March 12, 4:30–7 p.m. — Art reception and award ceremony in the Lake Huron Room
March 12–15 — Artwork pickup (deadline: March 15 at 5 p.m.)‑off window for approved artwork at the CAPS Union office (3rd floor)

Artwork will be on loan to CAPS for five days unless otherwise arranged.