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This page is dedicated to the student-run magazine, Abstraction at the Academy.

About Abstraction

Abstraction is the American Academy of Art's student-produced art and literary magazine. We are currently accepting applications for the Abstraction Student Committee and will be re-launching the magazine in Spring 2020. Stay tuned for submission information!

Abstraction Re-Launch Informational Meeting

What: An informational, brainstorming meeting about re-launching Abstraction Magazine. We'll be talking about different ideas, formats, and themes along with brainstorming what students want Abstraction to be. We'll have examples of other unique magazines, brainstorming questions, and applications for those interested in serving on the Abstraction Student Committee to create and launch the magazine in Spring 2020. Bring your best questions and ideas!

When: Tuesday, April 23, 12:30-1:30

Where: Irving Shapiro Library

Abstraction Archive

Come into the library anytime to see the old issues of Abstraction Magazine!

Application Forms

The Abstraction Student Committee is the organization that runs Abstraction Magazine. Committee membership is voluntary and not paid, however, members of the Committee are expected to have a high level of commitment and self-led motivation in order to ensure Abstraction Magazine is sustainable. The Committee is supported by two faculty chairs, the Chair of Humanities & Sciences and the Librarian.

Interested in becoming a part of the Abstraction Student Committee? Fill out an application for the position(s) you are interested in by clicking on the link below! You can apply for multiple positions. Please be sure to read all the information regarding the position responsibilities and needed skills.

Chair Position--Click Here

Organizational Liaison--Click Here

Designer--Click Here

Marketing & Outreach Coordinator--Click Here

Applications are due September 4th

Questions?

Contact Hannah Moody-Goo, Librarian

librarian@aaart.edu

312-461-0600 ext. 149