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MSUFCU to Showcase Lansing Area High School Student Art at 12th Annual Art Exhibit

Posted at 11:34 AM, Jan 23, 2019
and last updated 2019-01-23 11:49:51-05

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Students from 17 participating high schools will showcase up to 10 pieces of artwork in hopes of earning votes from the attending community members. The 17 participating high schools are Bath, DeWitt, East Lansing, Eaton Rapids, Everett, Fowlerville, Grand Ledge, Haslett, Laingsburg, Lansing Catholic, Lansing Christian, Mason, Okemos, St. Johns, Waverly, Webberville and Williamston.

The public is invited to view the artwork and cast their vote starting Jan. 24 through Feb. 24 at MSUFCU Headquarters, also online at msufcuart.com. Votes help determine the People’s Choice Awards and a School Spirit Award that is given to the high school that draws the most votes.

Prizes include $300 for first place winners, $200 for second place winners, $100 for third place winners and cash prizes for 10 honorable mentions. One student will also be awarded $50 for winning the Social Media Award for gaining the most “likes” on the MSUFCU Art Exhibit Facebook page. Three local artists will judge the students’ artwork.

The evening will feature special speaker, Dane Porter, a sculptor who was formerly a participant in the exhibit. Refreshments will be provided.

The MSUFCU Student Art Exhibit is sponsored by Shaheen Chevrolet and the Capital Area Women’s LifeStyle Magazine.

Exhibit runs Thursday, Jan. 24 – Thursday, Feb. 28

Artwork can be viewed during normal branch hours, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday; 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Friday; and 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday.

Where: MSUFCU Headquarters, 3777 West Road, East Lansing, MI 48823