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Saint Vincent College Seniors Explore the Theme of Identity in 2026 Capstone Exhibition

You are invited to celebrate a collaboration between the College’s Visual Arts & Media Department and the Verostko Center for the Arts, the exhibition highlights the capstone projects of the Class of 2026. Through a wide range of media and approaches, the students examine questions of personal narrative, cultural influence, memory, and self-definition, inviting viewers to reflect on how identity is formed, expressed, and transformed.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The event is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required.

The exhibition features work by twelve students:
Jacob Bacasa (Communication, Minoring in Digital Art & Media; Glenshaw, PA)
Camdon Bashor (Digital Art & Media, Sports & Media; Polk, PA)
Chyonna Blango-Symms (PK-12 Art Education; Pittsburgh, PA)
Emmitt Cooper (Digital Art & Media; Latrobe, PA)
Justin Emeigh (Sports & Media; New Oxford, PA)
Agnes-Rose Fischer (Philosophy, Studio Art, Minoring in Creative Writing; Strongsville, OH)
Chloe Fontanazza (PK-12 Art Education, Minoring in German; Greensburg, PA)
Jaden Gales (Digital Art & Media; Pittsburgh, PA)
Rachel Hutchinson (Digital Art & Media; Bryan, TX)
 Charlotte Jordan (PK-12 Art Education; Germantown, MD)
Elizabeth Madden (Digital Art & Media; New Castle, PA)
Halie Stamm (PK-12 Art Education and Digital Art & Media; Mount Holly Springs, PA)
 
For the Visual Arts capstone, students develop a cohesive body of work in the medium of their choice, selecting pieces for public display accompanied by an artist’s statement and biographical information. The exhibition provides students with professional experience of presenting their work in a gallery setting and sharing their creative research with the wider community.

Identity, as expressed by these artists, is a complex and evolving understanding of the self, shaped by experiences, values, beliefs, relationships, and personal growth. For many, it speaks to the very core of who they are, an accumulation of the small, unique qualities that define them as individuals. At the same time, identity reflects moments of loss, change, and transformation, as individuals navigate becoming someone new while striving to preserve a sense of self. It exists at the intersection of inner reflection and outward expression, shaped both by how we see ourselves and how others perceive us. Rather than something fixed, identity is fluid and continuously developing over time, built through challenges, choices, and moments of self-discovery. Ultimately, identity exists in the present moment while continuously becoming something new.
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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 / Spring 2026

When Saint Vincent College is in session, our regular public open hours are: 

Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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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