Art & Design Week

Award-winning professional development event for students in the School of Art & Design.
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Art & Design Week is an annual professional development opportunity for students in the School of Art & Design (SOAD). This award-winning event is a collaboration between UW-Stout Career Services and the School of Art and Design to help connect students with employers, design professionals, and alumni. Industry perspective and feedback is invaluable and includes portfolio reviews, panel discussions, and workshops.

Portfolio Review Day was held on Friday, April 18, 2025 and included the following events:

  • Morning: Program Advisory Committee meetings
  • 11:30am–12:45pm: Lunch for PAC members, portfolio reviews and program directors
  • 1:00–5:00pm: Portfolio Reviews (Great Hall and Ballroom C)

Art and Design Week wins national Chevron Award

University of Wisconsin-Stout’s Art and Design Week recently won the National Association of Colleges and Employers Chevron Award.
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I came away with a lot of actionable advice to implement in both the immediate and long term future
Nick W. B.F.A. Animation & Digital Media

Past Art & Design Week Participants

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Participate in Art & Design Week?

You can sign up to review student portfolios, participate in panel discussions, and host workshops. 

Can I interview for an open position?
Art & Design Week is for professional development, not necessarily recruiting. If you are interested in interviewing students, please contact our office to discuss details. Call (715) 232-1601 or email careerservices@uwstout.edu.
Can I post a Co-op/Internship or professional position?
UW-Stout Career Services utilizes Handshake to connect our students and employer partners.
  • Post-professional and co-op/internship positions at no cost
  • Request on-campus recruiting interview schedules
  • Register for campus career conferences hosted by our office
  • Connect with our students and alumni
  • Sign in or create an account in Handshake