UTSA’s most academically diverse college, the College of Liberal and Fine Arts contributes to the education of virtually every student at UTSA. In addition to exemplary teaching, the college produces quality research and creative works in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
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Sep - Oct
2025
Courage, Valor, Mужество, Mужність, 勇气This exhibition displays the artworks produced by this group of immigrant artists during the span of the program.
Sep - Nov
2025
XXII Biennial Faculty & Staff ExhibitionOn View September 10 - November 1, 2025
Sep
2025
Rise and Thrive WeekA fun week of activities, workshops, and events to help you thrive!
Sep
2025
Art Above Everything with Stephanie Elizondo GriestPresented in partnership with Gemini Ink Journalist Cecilia Ballí will join Stephanie Elizondo Griest in a conversation at Gemini Ink’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at Northwest Vista College’s Innovation Center at 6:30 pm.
September 4, 2025
OVATIONS Magazine: Innovation in Action: COLFA's Blueprint for Tomorrow's WorforceWhen students ask, “Will I really use this in my career?” COLFA answers confidently with having released many new programs over the last two years that blend practical skills with creativity for the evolving workforce.
July 6, 2025
UTSA center can run your question through a surveyPublished by San Antonio Express-News
The university's 2-year-old Center for Public Opinion Research plans to accept submission through July 18.
June 26, 2025
Now Hiring at the UTSA School of Art!We currently have an open position for an Administrative Assistant I/II.
May 31, 2025
Dr. Wing Chung Ng interviewed with Oregon Public Broadcasting about Cantonese Opera"A Portland group was formed to support China during wartime. Now it fights a battle to keep the beat of traditional music alive" By Winston Szeto (OPB)