Why work with artwork and objects?
Object-based teaching and learning invite inquiry, curiosity, and creative thinking into the student’s educational experience. These skills are tools to prepare our future workforce and leaders, no matter their path, and help enliven the cultural experience in Wyoming.
We recognize the time and effort that goes into integrating the Teaching Gallery into courses. At the end of the Spring 2025 semester, a $250 honorarium will be distributed to faculty who have used the teaching gallery.
How it works
Teaching Gallery exhibitions remain on view for the duration of the semester. The Teaching Gallery is intended for classes that will require students to visit the museum multiple times throughout the semester and complete an assignment that incorporates themes, ideas, and content related to the works on view. The Curator of Academic Engagement is available to support the integration of artwork into your course. This can include things like:
- Selection of artwork and objects that fit with your course content
- Brainstorming student project(s) and content for the class visit(s)
- Guided class visit(s) in the museum including, an introduction to looking at art, gallery activities, facilitated discussion, and public presentation opportunities for students
- Art studio access and supplies for creative response projects
- Making art viewing accessible for online/hybrid students
Timeline
The timeline and process for planning and implementing a Teaching Gallery exhibition for Spring 2025 are as follows:
- October 31, 2025: Deadline for application to use the Teaching Gallery. Applications will be reviewed by UWAM curatorial team.
- November 7, 2025: Accepted applicants will be notified and the Curator of Academic Engagement will be in contact to discuss ideas and artwork for the exhibition.
- November 10-25, 2025: Curator will be in contact with faculty to brainstorm and talk about artwork that might be a good fit for the class. Curator will develop a list of artwork and provide cultural and historical context about artwork options when possible. Scheduling a meeting to look at artwork in person is also encouraged.
- December 5, 2025: Deadline for faculty to select artwork for their Teaching Gallery wall and communicate their selections to the Curator.
- January 17, 2026: Exhibition opens.
The deadline for submissions for Spring 2025 has passed. The application for the next Teaching Gallery exhibition will be available soon. Reach out to Alexandra Ziegler, Curator of Academic Engagement, at alexandra.ziegler@uwyo.edu with any questions.
