Arts, Culture and Creativity with Hannah

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To learn more about art education, let’s meet Hannah, a graduate student and alumna with undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Art. Hannah was drawn to Fairmont State University, because this environment is to an Arts Program that emphasizes creativity, culture, and community. Her passion has flourished. She’s built lasting connections and she continues to grow in a supportive setting. Hannah, you are up.

– Thanks, Alex. Hi, everyone. As an artist, I knew the college I attended had to offer a close knit community, who encouraged me to push myself academically and artistically, while giving me real world experiences. Fairmont State University checked all these boxes and more, leading me to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degrees here. Art has been an important part of my life since before I can remember, so finding a college with a strong arts community that could give me practical career experience was a must. I came into college as a freshman with little experience in an unfamiliar city, who was immediately welcomed by the campus artists. Through my courses, I got individual studio experience in my concentration and in traditional digital 2D and 3D art. I also had the opportunity to get real world experience working with my professor on local murals on campus and in local communities. I established relationships with these communities and community members, contributed to the beautification of West Virginia, and got a better understanding of how murals serve as a bridge to the community. Through the Academy for the Arts, I’ve also begun teaching. The Academy offers instruction and shows in art, but also in music and theater for students of all ages. For more cultural opportunities, I like to visit the Frank and Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklike Center. They host lots of educational programs, best souls and performances, to preserve our Appalachian history and culture. The Falcon community has helped me go from a nervous freshman to a master’s student getting my third degree. Fairmont State has given me real world experience and content knowledge, preparing me to continue to work with my newfound communities to educate and beautify the state through art. Back to you, Alex.

– Hannah, thank you for sharing your journey with this vibrant arts community. Through your studies, you continue to grow as an artist and draw inspiration from those around you. Fairmont State University fosters an environment where creativity flourishes and connection thrives. We’re all excited to see what you create next, Hannah. Thanks again.