Senior theses on exhibit at Lycoming College Art Gallery

The final thesis work of 12 graduating Lycoming College seniors will be on display at the Lycoming College Art Gallery from April 8-May 14, beginning with a gallery talk at 5:30 p.m., on opening night. The gallery is open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 4-8 p.m., and the exhibits are free and open to the public.

The Lycoming College Senior Show is the culmination of thesis projects for all seniors with a major in studio art, and all studio art majors are required to produce a cohesive body of professional work to exhibit. The 2022 Senior Art Show features works and artist statements from the following graduating seniors:

• Medhavi Bhunjun (Mauritius) – art: painting and psychology majors
• Kiersten Block (Palmyra, Pa.) – art: generalist major with teaching certification
• Thu Ha (Vietnam) – art: graphic design major, photography minor
• Ethan Ilchert (Norwalk, Conn.) – art: graphic design and art: 3D animation majors
• Charise Johnson (Washington, D.C.) – art: painting and art: photography/digital majors
• Bronwen Lewis (Cresaptown, Md.) – art: graphic design and art: photography majors, art history minor
• Dominick Massaro (Centereach, N.Y.) – art: graphic design major
• Megan Oyler (Bedford, Pa.) – art: generalist major with teaching certification
• Kaitlin Parks (Williamsport) – art: photography/digital major, 2D animation minor
• Kacee Reitz (Milton, Pa.) – art: generalist major with teaching certification
• Valeria Rivera (El Salvador) – art: graphic design and business administration majors, art history minor
• Kaylee Wade (Muncy, Pa.) – art history and art: painting majors

The Lycoming College Art Gallery, located in downtown Williamsport at 25 W. Fourth St., contributes to the city’s arts culture and provides a way for the College to become more involved with the community surrounding it. Lycoming art students have the opportunity to interact with visiting artists, as well as learn first-hand the inner workings of a gallery.

Lycoming College's art program offers all the benefits of a standalone art school while also providing a traditional liberal arts education, giving students exciting, inspiring opportunities and opening their minds to broader possibilities. The art department is recognized for its innovative program, cutting-edge digital design, and exceptional faculty of teachers and practicing professional artists. Students graduate equipped with everything they need to succeed as working professional artists, graphic/web designers, photographers, teachers, art therapists, conservators, curators, gallerists, animators, or in their pursuit of a higher degree. More information can be found at https://www.lycoming.edu/art/.