Mississippi College is showcasing the power of art to inspire creativity and foster unity through a series of fall exhibitions open to the public.
The Department of Art is hosting multiple exhibits across campus, featuring works from professional artists, local creators, and MC students. Randy Jolly, MC art instructor and director of the Gore Galleries, said the events give students valuable opportunities to learn from established artists.
“Our students get to hear working artists and learn from them, see new ideas, and realize that they, too, can have a career in art,” Jolly said. “Art is one of the most exciting careers that you can have. You must be strong, resilient, able to adapt, and you have to understand the culture that you live in, what your audience is looking for in a work of