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Student organizations at Texas State contribute to a vibrant university community. Of the approximately 400+ registered student organizations at the university, many are centered within the School of Art and Design.

Art & Design Student Organizations

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  • Organizing practices to help artists grow their skills all while meeting other students with the same interests.

  • The Ceramic Arts Student Association (CASA) is a student organization whose objective is to further the understanding and appreciation of the ceramic arts within the university and local community.

  • The purpose of Expanded Media Collective is to encourage and support expanded media. Through this collective students may express themselves through film, video, editing, animation, exhibition, and other modes of expression. 

  • The purpose of the Guild is to organize, activate, inspire, and promote metals students and alumni in their academic endeavors, studio practice, and professional careers. The Guild serves to establish a forum in which metalsmiths of Texas State can discuss studio and professional concerns and can collaborate in activities and events to support and promote themselves, their craft, and their program of study. 

  • The purpose of the Middle Grey Photography Association is to bring together the students of Texas State University who share a passion for the art of Photography. This organization shall stimulate interest in the medium through various programs that provide an open forum for constructive criticism, create a dialogue about the state of photography in today's contemporary world, and promote members' work through multiple venues including galleries, contests, and artist talks. 

  • The Nation Art Education Association (NAEA) Student Chapter at Texas State University supports emerging art educators by fostering a seamless transition from academic preparation to professional practice. The chapter promotes high standards in art education through campus and community engagement, including exhibitions, field trips, and guest speakers. Members gain deeper insight into contemporary teaching practices and collaborate to exchange ideas that advance the field. The organization also advocates for art education careers by connecting with local schools and National Art Honor Society chapters. 

  • Sculpture Club serves as an extracurricular, social outlet to teach students about the world of sculpture as an art practice, relying on education through Lessons, Demos, and engagement. Members will familiarize themselves with various mediums and artists, and a way for possible non-art students to immerse themselves in a sector of the art world through hands-on projects and lessons.

  • The TXST Design Guild is the national organization dedicated to the professional design community. AIGA Texas State Student Group brings design students together with professional counterparts in Austin and San Antonio.

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