According to a press release from Marshall University News, the theme for the exhibit is “Appalachian Innovation: Crafting the Future.” The press release also states that the Marshall and Appalachian community is encouraged to participate and “express their visions of the future through art, poetry and craftsmanship.”

Kacy Lovelace, assistant professor and research and student success librarian at Marshall, said in the press release, “This exhibition serves as a platform for showcasing forward-thinking ideas and creative solutions that redefine Appalachia’s story as we move toward the future.”

Electronic submissions are due on Nov. 25, and in-person submissions can be dropped off at Drinko Library between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Dec. 5 and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 6. To register, visit https://libguides.marshall.edu/libraryartexhibitions/2025.

Jordan Ooten can be contacted at [email protected].

Link to press release: https://www.marshall.edu/news/2024/08/marshall-libraries-seeks-submissions-for-upcoming-art-exhibit/