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Call for Entries:
Saint Vincent College Alumni Fine Art Exhibition

The Verostko Center for the Arts invites submissions for the 2026 Saint Vincent College Alumni Fine Art Exhibition, on view August 29 – December 4, 2026.

Eligible artists include all Saint Vincent College alumni and anyone who completed at least one undergraduate course at SVC. Artists may submit up to five original works in a variety of media, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, mixed media, fiber arts, stained glass, mosaics, printmaking, and more. AI-generated work, reproductions, video, and new media are not eligible.

Submission deadline: Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Submission is free for graduates from the Classes of 2022–2026. All other applicants: $20 for up to five entries.

Selected artists will be notified by August 5, 2026.

The exhibition opening reception will be held Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 p.m.

This year’s exhibition will be juried by Alison Brand Oehler, Co-Director of Concept Art Gallery in Pittsburgh.
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Please see complete guidelines, artwork requirements, and submission information below. 
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The Pitassi Stained Glass Studio Design Collection at Saint Vincent College: A Labor in Light and Lead, ​01/29/26 - 07/17/26

Organized by Jonah Weaver, C’27, this exhibition marks the first presentation of the works from the Pitassi Stained Glass Studio Collection at Saint Vincent College. Featuring over 40 design drawings from the Pittsburgh-based atelier, this show provides rare insights into the design process throughout the Pitassi Stained Glass Studio’s 34-year period. The studio’s founder, Leo Pitassi, and his daughter Louise Pitassi Ellis saved over 600 drawings before they were graciously donated to Saint Vincent College in 2021.  
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The Gothic Revival sketches - never-before-seen and extremely rare in their survival - highlight the ancient and ethereal inspiration that artists of the early twentieth century drew upon in modernist and historicist movements alike. Despite monumental commissions at Rosary Cathedral in Toledo and St. Anselm’s Church in Swissvale, PA, the work of Pitassi and Ellis has been overshadowed by designers like Tiffany Studios and Charles J. Connick. Nevertheless, this exhibition seeks to illuminate their legacy amid increased interest in Pittsburgh’s art glass industry. 

Please explore the Pitassi’s striking drawings and stained-glass windows on view through July 17, additional programs will complement the show, including a book club, printmaking workshop, field trip, and lecture.

Programming

We have exciting new programs starting that we can't wait to share with you. Visit the LEARN page for more information and to register for the program that suits you best.

Visit Saint Vincent College for Our Vibrant Arts Programming

Saint Vincent College offers a dynamic schedule of arts programming and special events throughout the year, including visual art exhibitions, concerts, and theater performances. Hosted by the art, music, and theater departments, these events showcase student, faculty, and visiting artists while fostering creative exchange beyond campus.
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Community members are warmly encouraged to attend. Whether you’re visiting a gallery exhibition, enjoying a concert, or attending a live performance, Saint Vincent College’s arts events are open to all and designed to engage, inspire, and connect audiences from across the region.
Visit Saint Vincent College for ongoing programming and upcoming events in the arts, music, and theater.

Hours / Summer 2026

Summer Saturday Open Hours: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
  • May 30
  • June 13
  • July 25
  • August 1
  • August 8
  • August 29
  • September 5
The Center will not be open on the following Saturdays:
  • June 6, 20, and 27
  • July 4, 11, and 18
  • August 15 and 22
To schedule an appointment outside of open hours, please contact us at [email protected].

​When Saint Vincent College is in session, our regular public open hours will be: 
Tuesday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Those interested in visiting the Center from off campus are encouraged to confirm the Center is open before visiting. For research requests or to schedule a visit outside these hours, email verostkocenter[at]stvincent.edu. Visitors are encouraged to park in lots D & E near the Saint Vincent Archabbey Basilica. Download a walking map to the Verostko Center here. The Center is always free and open to all. We look forward to welcoming you!
The VCA is proudly named for digital art pioneer, Roman Verostko. Learn more about Verostko's work, formative years at Saint Vincent, and signature process of using computer code for creative purposes.
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Roman Verostko,Untitled, 1988, pen and ink plotter drawing, 22.25 x 24 inches, Roman Verostko and Alice Wagstaff Legacy Collection.
The Verostko Center for the Arts cares for over 4,000 works of art ​ranging from ancient to contemporary. Your support can help us preserve these creative legacies for future generations.

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