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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF
THE SCHOOL OF ART

Dear Members of the Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts,

Welcome to the School of Art at the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú! We are a vibrant community of artists, designers, and scholars who fully embrace the idea that the arts are essential in elevating humanity. The visual arts in particular have the capacity to bring balance, dignity, appreciation, and understanding to both maker and viewer.

The skills our students build in the School of Art – manual and technical craft, critical thinking, problem-solving, and visual literacy – form the foundation of a successful life and career in the arts and beyond. The proof is evident in Houston, where our alumni fill the galleries, offices, and museums in the city’s most important arts institutions.

ADMINISTRATION

BETH MATUSOFF MERFISH

School of Art Director

 

KELIY ANDERSON-STALEY

Graduate Studies Director

 

FRANCES GIAMPIETRO

Facilities & Exhibitions Associate Director

JASON BARKEMEYER

Academic Affairs & Student Success Executive Director 

Advises: Photography & Video, BFA

ERIKA JIMENEZ

Academic Advisor II

Advises: Art History BA/MA, Interdisciplinary Art Minors

BANSARI MOFFE

Academic Advisor III

Advises: Art, BA

JEB MUELLER

Academic Advisor II

Advises: Music DMA, Graphic Design BFA

ALLISON WATSON

Academic Advisor II

Advises: MFA Studio Art, Sculpture BFA, Painting BFA, Studio Art Minor

Andrea Johnson, Program Manager II&²Ô²ú²õ±è;• aljohnson@uh.edu  
Imelda Lucio, Financial Coordinator II â€¢ iclucio@uh.edu  
Chelsea Clarke, Manager, Arts & Technology Center • ceclark7@central.uh.edu 

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS? EMAIL US

For general questions about the School of Art, programs, or upcoming events, reach out to the main office. For help with academic advising, course planning, or degree requirements, connect with the advising team.