Excitement and pride surged throughout campus from IAIA community members and the families who traveled from afar for the IAIA 2024 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 11. Read the full recap at

Origins, the 2024 Spring IAIA Graduating Senior Exhibition representing the culminating achievements of the Spring graduating BFA in Studio Arts and BFA in Museum Studies students, opened in April 11. Read the full story at

Our community is brimming with talent, and the new Community News section on the IAIA website captures a monthly glimpse of their noteworthy accomplishments. See what our community is up to and submit your own exciting news at

Please join us for family fun during Family Day at the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) on June 2 from 12–3 pm. The day will include a panel discussion, live music, and family activities. Learn more at

On Monday, May 6, Alvin Sandoval (Diné), a beloved longtime member of our tight-knit IAIA community passed on. Sandoval was fiercely loved by students, faculty, and staff alike, and his passing has been felt deeply across campus. Read the full tribute at

The 2024 MFASA thesis exhibition, “We’ve Been Gathering Places,” is on view at form & concept through June 15, and a second and final reception will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, from 5–7 pm. Learn more at

Despite facing winter weather challenges, IAIA’s Mixed-Use Housing Facility project remains on schedule, targeting substantial completion by August 1, 2024. Read the full story at

On April 24, IAIA came together for the 2024 IAIA Staff and Faculty Years of Service Staff Celebration recognizing the invaluable contributions of IAIA staff and faculty. Watch a recording of the event at

IAIA is looking to hire driven individuals who support IAIA’s mission—to empower creativity and leadership in Indigenous arts and cultures through higher education, lifelong learning, and community engagement. Apply at

For Joelle Estelle Mendoza (Chicana, of Diné and Mescalero Apache descent) ’23 and ’24, the MFACW program has been a place where deep, critical questions can be asked, identity can be explored, and cultures can be shared. Read the full Alumni Spotlight at

Are you signed up for the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) monthly newsletter? View the May 2024 newsletter and opt in now to be the first to hear about recent news and past, current, and upcoming happenings at

Art enthusiasts and locals alike are in for a treat as the upcoming ArtWalk Santa Fe will take place at the IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA) on Saturday, May 18, from 11 am–4 pm in the Allan Houser Art Park. Learn more at

Join us this Saturday, May 11, as we honor our graduates at the 2024 IAIA Commencement Ceremony at 10 am (MDT), followed by the 2024 “Honoring Our Graduates” IAIA Spring Powwow at 1 pm. Commencement will also be livestreamed—learn more and tune in at

Drop into IAIA on Tuesday, May 7, 3–5 pm for IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) studio visits with Jerry Brown and Golga Oscar, where you will discover more about the artists’ processes and ideas. Free and open to the public. Learn more at

Celebrate in May with the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA)! As the 2023–2024 academic year comes to a close, the IAIA Community honors art and education with an exciting lineup of events. Visit for the full list of events.

Join IAIA on Saturday, May 11, 1–5 pm for the 2024 “Honoring Our Graduates” IAIA Spring Powwow, immediately following the 2024 IAIA Commencement Ceremony. This free outdoor event is open to the public at the Dance Circle on the IAIA campus. Learn more at

Welcome our newly arrived IAIA Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) artists, Jerry Brown and Golga Oscar, on Monday, April 22 at 5 pm for dinner and a chance to experience their artistic processes firsthand. Free and open to the public. Learn more at

Join the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) Land-Grant Department for the IAIA Land Healing and Restoration Celebration, taking place on the IAIA campus on Friday, April 19 from 9 am–4 pm and Saturday, April 20 from 9 am–2 pm. Learn more and RSVP at

Join IAIA today, Thursday, April 11, 5:30–7:30 pm at the opening reception for “Origins,” the 2024 Spring IAIA Graduating Senior Exhibition. Learn more at

The IAIA Communications Department is pleased to announce the release of Connections, a quarterly print magazine highlighting stories from the IAIA community. You can download and view the Connections 2024 Winter issue at