Community Programs

The Department of Art is pleased to announce a new series of community-focused creative courses design to connect youth, adults, and lifelong learners with hands-on studio experiences at Kansas State University. In alignment with university priorities surrounding community engagement and continuing education, these offerings are intended to create accessible opportunities for participants to explore creativity, material processes, and the visual arts within a university studio environment.

This summer's programming includes two clay-focused workshops for youth and two wheel-throwing courses for adult learners ranging from complete beginners to intermediate potters. Whether participants are exploring clay for the first time or returning to the studio after years away, the Department of Art is excited to welcome the broader community into its creative spaces.

Please check this page regularly for the most up-to-date course offerings, registration information, and future workshop announcements as the department continues expanding its outreach programming in the years ahead.

Getting Center: Wheel Throwing for Beginners & Intermediate Potters

These Non-Credit Summer Courses are a great way to learn abou ceramics, or to continue honing your skills on the wheel. Choose from session 1 or 2 based on your availabliby, as both sessions will accomadate beginners and intermediate artists!
Classes are open to the public!

Session 1: Four Week, Accelerated
June 8th - June 29th
Includes two 25lb bags of clay with additional clay available for purchase
Classes: Mondays 6:00 - 8:30pm
Open Studio: Fridays 4:00 - 8:30pm
Age Requirements: 16+

Session 2: Six Week
July 13th - August 17th
Includes three bags of clay with additional clay available for purchase
Classes: Mondays 6:00 - 8:30pm
Open Studio: Fridays 4:00 - 8:30pm
Age Requirements: 16+

Kids Clay and Nature Workshop

These classes are perfect for letting kids explore the clay medium! Choose from session 1 or 2 based on availability, as the projects will be the same for each.

Session 1: Kids Workshop
June 29 - July 3
Classes are from 9am - 3pm
For ages 8 - 11

Session 2: Kids Workshop
August 3 - 7
Classes are from 9am - 3pm
For ages 8-11

Sign Up Here