The Visual Art and Design Showcase is a venue for Mizzou undergraduate students to display and discuss their scholarly work in an exhibition setting. During a typical year, the works of students are displayed in Jesse Hall and feature a variety of artistic expression and applied design, including works of photojournalism, graphic design, architectural drawing, theatre set design, painting, sculpting, textile and apparel design, mixed media, and digital storytelling.

Visual Art & Design Showcase Committee

Chair: Linda Blockus, Undergraduate Research

Lesleighan Cravens, Plant Sciences & Technology

Cathleen Fleck, School for Visual Studies

Andrea Heiss, Journalism

Deborah Huelsbergen, Graphic Design

Sarah Humfeld, Undergraduate Research

Heather Isherwood, Journalism

Joseph Johnson, Art

Vesna Johnson, Undergraduate Research

Nicole Johnston, Textile and Apparel Management

Desireé Moore, Digital Storytelling/Film Studies

Debora Verniz, Architectural Studies

Ric Wilson, Graphic Design

VADS 2026 Winners

Artistic Expression

• Grand Prize: $1,000
• Runner Up: $750
• Awards of Merit (2): $500

Applied Design

• Grand Prize: $1,000
• Runner Up: $750
• Awards of Merit (2): $500

People's Choice ($100)

MU Libraries Showcase Award

Ragtag Cinema Video Award

MU Museum of Art & Archaeology Showcase Award

Columbia Art League Award

Serendipity Gallery Award

Sager Reeves Gallery Award