Friends of Art

Friends of Art was formed in 2000 to provide supplemental financial support to the Department of Art and participate in building the CSU art program to one of preeminence in the Southeast. Funding made possible through Friends of Art is providing a margin of excellence not possible through state appropriations.

Numerous projects and initiatives are feasible that would otherwise go unrealized, including: scholarship support for art majors, exhibits of nationally and internationally recognized artists, supplemental funding for distinguished faculty, and assistance for student travel to major museums and art sites in the U.S. and abroad.

Mission

• Stimulate, support and foster the continued growth of
  Columbus State University Department of Art by
• Enhancing community awareness and support of the CSU art program
• Promoting artistic and academic excellence by funding scholarships for talented students
• Providing a valuable resource by funding a visiting artist program of nationally and internationally known artists
• Providing supplemental funding for distinguished faculty, equipment and special projects
• Assisting with acquisitions for CSU’s permanent art collection

Membership Priveleges

• Receive invitations to exciting events throughout the year including private preview parties and our popular Art Talk and Tea and Art Talk and Toddies series
• Are able to enrich your understanding and appreciation for art through special art talks, workshops, classes and trips
• Have the opportunity to meet local, national and international artists
• Meet others who share your interest in the visual arts
• Have the knowledge that your contribution will provide educational opportunities for talented art majors that state funding cannot

To become a member, call 706-507-8301 for more information.