2020 Call for Submissions: Journal of Visual & Critical Studies

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 - 9:45am to Wednesday, January 15, 2020 - 11:45pm

The Journal of Visual & Critical Studies collects and celebrates some of the best undergraduate academic writing at OCAD University. Comprising exhibition and performance reviews, critical essays, and thesis abstracts, this anthology challenges the boundaries of art history and visual studies in order to produce innovative relationships between art, design, and academic at OCAD U and beyond.

We encourage students to submit work that they have written for courses and would feel proud to share. The Editorial Committee is seeking submissions from all current OCAD U students in the following formats:

Exhibition and Performance Reviews [250 to 500 words]
Reviews of exhibitions, performances or art-related events that happened after April 2019. We welcome reviews that are local, national, or international in scope.

Critical Essays [1000 to 2000 words]
We publish academic essays about art, design, and visual studies. We are open to a wide range of methods and analyses, including experimental writing on aesthetic experiences and interdisciplinary research. We accept excerpts from larger essays.

Submission Guidelines
Submissions should be sent either as an email attachment, to visualcriticalstudies@gmail.com. Writing should be submitted as a Word Document (.doc or .docx). Chicago style citations are encouraged!

In your submission email please provide a 1 to 2 sentence biography that includes your name, your program, the year of your program, and a few details about your research interests and/or studio practice.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Wednesday, January 15, 2020

To learn more about the JVCS and to read past volumes, please visit visualcriticalstudies.tumblr.com.

This project supported by Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences and School of Interdisciplinary Studies and OCAD Student Union.

ABOUT JOURNAL OF VISUAL & CRITICAL STUDIES:
The Journal of Visual & Critical Studies collects and celebrates some of the best undergraduate academic writing at OCAD University. Comprising critical essays, exhibition reviews, artist portfolios, creative non-fiction, and thesis abstracts from students across all disciplines, this annual publication reflects the unique approaches to art history and visual culture that are being undertaken here. We value and emphasize interdisciplinary research methods and modes of thinking to provide diverse perspectives. The JVCS welcomes new editorial committee members every year, offering students the opportunity to help sustain the publication through peer-to-peer education about the publishing process.

LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDENT GROUPS AT OCAD U:
https://www.ocadu.ca/services/campus-life/student-groups.htm

Website: 
https://www.facebook.com/events/2616508925107948/
visualcriticalstudies.tumblr.com
Email: 
visualcriticalstudies@gmail.com
JVCS poster CALL 2020

OCAD U MSA BAKE SALE

Monday, January 14, 2019 - 11:00am to 4:00pm

OCAD U Student Group OCAD U MUSLIM STUDENT ASSOCIATION is having a bake sale. Proceeds support group programming.

Cupcake decorating
Henna

ABOUT OCAD U MSA:
The Muslim Student Association (MSA) is a Muslim community within OCAD University that is run by students. The MSA assists and represents Muslim students in several matters, and works with the Administration, and Campus Security to ensure a safe environment for Muslim students on campus, as well as a maintained safe, peaceful space for prayer. All events are open to Muslim and non-Muslim students, faculty and staff.

READ MORE ABOUT STUDENT-RUN CLUBS AT OCAD U:
www.ocadu.ca/services/campus-life/student-groups.htm

Venue & Address: 
Main Lobby, 100 McCaul Street (MCA)
Website: 
www.facebook.com/ocadumsa/
Email: 
msa.ocad@gmail.com
MSA Winter Bakesale

Call for Submissions: JVCS

Monday, February 5, 2018 - 11:30am to Friday, February 9, 2018 - 11:45pm

The Journal of Visual & Critical Studies editorial committee is seeking submissions from all OCAD U students in the following formats. We encourage students to submit work that they have written for courses and would feel proud to share with the OCAD U community.

Exhibition and Performance Reviews
250-500 words
Reviews about exhibitions, performances, or art-related events that happened after April 2017. We welcome reviews that are local, national, or international in scope.

Critical Essays
1000-2000 words
We publish academic essays about art, design, and visual studies. We are open to a wide range of methods and analyses, including experimental writing on aesthetic experiences and interdisciplinary research. We can accept excerpts from larger essays.

Abstracts of Thesis Projects
150-250 words
Art or design students may submit up to 3 images to contextualize their abstract.

Journal Cover
We accept images of art or design work to feature on the Journal’s cover. Keep in mind that the dimensions of the cover will be 5x8 inches.

Submission Guidelines

  1. Submissions must be sent, either as an email attachment or as a Google Drive file, to visualcriticalstudies@gmail.com
  2. Writing must be submitted as a Word document (.doc, .docx) and Chicago style citations are encouraged
  3. Images submitted must be 300dpi
  4. In your email, include your name, your program, and the year of your program (for ex: Jade, Digital Futures, 3rd year student)

DEADLINE: Friday, February 9, 2018

ABOUT JOURNAL OF VISUAL & CRITICAL STUDIES (JVCS)
The Journal of Visual & Critical Studies collects and celebrates some of the best undergraduate academic writing at OCAD University. Comprising critical essays, exhibition reviews, artist portfolios, creative non-fiction, and thesis abstracts from students across all disciplines, this annual publication reflects the unique approaches to art history and visual culture that are being undertaken here. We value and emphasize interdisciplinary research methods and modes of thinking to provide diverse perspectives. The JVCS welcomes new editorial committee members every year, offering students the opportunity to help sustain the publication through peer-to-peer education about the publishing process.

For more information abou this and other student-run groups, visit www.ocadu.ca/studentgroups

Venue & Address: 
Exhibition venue to be determined.
Website: 
visualcriticalstudies.tumblr.com
Email: 
ocadbaannual@gmail.com
JVCS poster

FUNCTION Speaker Series:

Friday, November 24, 2017 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm

Function 10 will take place from 6 to 10PM on November 24th in the newly renovated Ada Slaight Student Gallery for an evening of speakers including past and present members of the Student Press, collaborators, and OCAD University alumni to discuss the importance of interdisciplinary research, dialogue, and critical publication initiatives. What is the value of student publications? How has involvement with student publishing impacted our speakers' professional practices?

Panel presentations start at 6:40 PM followed by open discussion and questions as well as music, food, drinks!

GUEST SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

  • Amy Leaman
  • Ansel Shmidt
  • David Caterini
  • David Schnitman
  • Emma Novotny
  • Rowan Red Sky
  • Symon Oliver
  • Tucker McLachlan
  • and current Student Press members

For questions or information, please contact: contact@ocadustudentpress.com

ABOUT OCAD U STUDENT PRESS:
The OCAD U Student Press serves as a platform for idea sharing, research, and communication among the OCAD U community. We publish a major book every year, showcasing ground-breaking academic research and projects done by our most promising students in the fields of art and design. The Press offers a series of educational workshops, additional publications and events, offering students new opportunities to get involved.

See more OCAD U student-run groups at www.ocadu.ca/studentgroups

Venue & Address: 
Ada Slaight Gallery, Level 2, 100 McCaul Street
Website: 
www.facebook.com/events/382791945485497/
www.instagram.com/ocadustudentpress/
www.ocadustudentpress.com
www.ocadustudentpress.com
Email: 
contact@ocadustudentpress.com
Cost: 
FREE
Function Speaker Series graphic

Toronto SSA's Game Night

SSA Game Night graphic
Thursday, October 26, 2017 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm

The OCAD U Sikh Student Association invites you to the Toronto SSA's Game Night for an evening of fun, laughter, games and snacks. Hope to see you there!

Insta: @ocadussa

ABOUT OCAD U SIKH STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (SSA)
The OCAD U Sikh Student Association—under the umbrella organisation of Experience Sikhi-The Sikh Youth Federation—aims to provide a welcoming environment for all students, regardless of whether they come from a Sikh background or not. Our goal is to educate one another to understand and raise awareness about what Sikhi is. This allows us to break barriers and misunderstandings that may exist about Sikhi and Sikhs. Through various events such as Game Nights, Paint Nites, and exploring Sikh Art History, along with prayer evenings and discussions with guest speakers, we will create a friendly community to experience Sikhi.

For more information about this and other student-run groups, visit www.ocadu.ca/studentgroups

Venue & Address: 
UC177, 15 King College Circle (UofT), Toronto
Website: 
www.ocadu.ca/studentgroups
Email: 
ocadussa@gmail.com
Cost: 
Free

VERNACULAR: Weekly Meetings

Thursday, October 26, 2017 - 3:00pm to 4:30pm

Weekly meetings are held Thursdays in the Learning Zone!
3:00 to 4:30 PM

Thursday, October 26
Thursday, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

ABOUT VERNACULAR:
Vernacular is a creative writing and publishing collective dedicated to poetry and other experimental approaches to language. We meet to share prompts and new works, and to develop our language-based practices. Curated works will be distributed through periodic publications, podcasts and events. By fostering a community of writers, speakers and signers, Vernacular provides a platform for creative linguistic agency and innovation. See this and other student-run groups at www.ocadu.ca/studentgroups

Venue & Address: 
Learning Zone 113 McCaul Street (Level 1) or enter through 122 St. Patrick Street
Website: 
www.ocadu.ca/studentgroups
www.facebook.com/groups/896884390350460/
Email: 
vernacular.ocadu@gmail.com
Cost: 
Free
Vernacular graphic

PROUD Movie Night: Carol

Carol graphic
Friday, October 20, 2017 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Let's watch some queer movies together! FREE to attend!! Popcorn and other refreshments will be provided. This is the first of hopefully many PROUD movie nights!!

Carol (2015) - "An aspiring photographer develops an intimate relationship with an older woman in 1950s New York." - IMDB

Rated R (for a scene of sexuality/nudity and language)

Watch the trailer here --> https://youtu.be/EH3zcuRQXNo

Venue & Address: 
Room 284, Level 2, 100 McCaul Street (MCA)
Website: 
www.facebook.com/proud.ocadu/
https://www.facebook.com/events/171375103440290/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22%3A%22[%7B%5C%22surface%5C%22%3A%5C%22page%5C%22%2C%5C%22mechanism%5C%22%3A%5C%22page_upcoming_events_card%5C%22%2C%5C%22extra_data%5C%22%3A[]%7D]%22%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D
Email: 
proud.ocadu@gmail.com
Cost: 
Free

VERNACULAR: weekly meetings

Wednesday, February 22, 2017 - 12:00pm to Wednesday, April 5, 2017 - 1:00pm

Stop in and attend our weekly meetings. All are welcome, regardless of writing experience!

Wednesdays, 12 noon to 1:00 PM

ABOUT VERNACULAR:
Vernacular is a creative writing and publishing collective dedicated to poetry and other experimental approaches to language. We meet often to share prompts, new works, and develop our language-based practices. Curated works will be distributed through periodic publications, podcasts, and events. By fostering a community of writers, speakers, and signers, Vernacular provides a platform for linguistic agency and innovation.

Find out more about this student-run group and others: www.ocadu.ca/studentgroups

Venue & Address: 
Room 668, Level 6, 100 McCaul Street
Website: 
http://www.facebook.com/groups/896884390350460/
Email: 
vernacular.ocadu@gmail.com
Cost: 
FREE
Vernacular group poster