Student Creative Work
The Arts Initiative is dedicated to providing a platform for University of Michigan students to share their artistic voice and creativity!
These programs showcase a wide range of student creative work.
Student Competitions & Exhibitions
Arts Initiative believes there is an artist inside each of us. These competitions are your opportunity to share your artistic genius, exhibit your work for the University community and win some prizes! Competitions will be held periodically throughout the year, with calls for art using different themes and mediums. Submissions are narrowed down by staff, and then the finalists are voted on by the public in the Unions and by the U-M Community online. Winners get great prizes, so be sure you’re signed up for Arts Info, our weekly email, so you’ll hear about our future contests and opportunities.
Student Arts Org Highlights
MUSKET
MUSKET, the largest student-run theatre organization at the University of Michigan, is an integral part of the student experience. Whether it be as an actor on stage, a crew member behind the scenes, or an audience member in the iconic Power Center venue, there are many opportunities for the community to get involved. Each year, MUSKET presents two musical productions: one in the fall semester and one in the winter semester. Their production of Jesus Christ Superstar in Fall 2024 was a major success, with audiences responding very positively to the moving performances and design. This winter semester, the first ever MUSKET production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame was produced, with over 80 students involved in every aspect of production.
Events
Arts Info
Arts Info is your weekly guide for arts events around Ann Arbor, student arts opportunities, information about and resources for student arts organizations, and student creative work!
Art Around Town
Ann Arbor and U-M have a vibrant art scene with a constant array of arts events. Find weekly recommendations and resources on how to find and attend events.
Arts Initiative
The U-M Arts Initiative seeks to illuminate and expand human connections, inspire collaborative creativity, and build a more just and equitable world through the arts.
