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Arts for Teaching

When museums and performing arts spaces become extensions of your classroom, amazing things happen. Michigan State University’s numerous collections and arts spaces are remarkable resources for teaching and learning. Discover ways to integrate close encounters with the arts in the classroom, and facilitate learning experiences that enhance the academic experiences of all Spartans, regardless of major.

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Two students crouch down in front of a dress form showcasing a cream jacket. Another student stands over them, engaging in a discussion.
A man wearing an orange and blue patterned shirt stands in front of a canvas of art. In his left hand he holds a clipboard, gesturing towards the art and speaking to a woman on his right. Behind them you can see other people scattered throughout a gallery setting.

Arts for Research

At Michigan State University, the arts are powerful research resources that strengthen scholarship across disciplines. The arts are your primary sources, your creative laboratory, and your partner in inquiry. Galleries and stages become spaces to test and express ideas, prototype concepts, interpret data, and engage the public in dialogue around the most important issues of our time.

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