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Photos from Utopia Parkway’s Spring 2026 Launch Event

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Photos provided by Catherine Cavallo, Sabrina Castro, Fatema Tuz Zohora, and Kristy Caldwell.

On May 12, the undergraduate literary journal Utopia Parkway launched its Spring 2026 issue in the Q-Side Lounge. The event began with an introduction from editor in chief Randy Vilchis and co-editor Catherine Cavallo, both graduating Design BFA students. In attendance were President Frank Wu and Provost Patricia Price, who took photos with the student editors. Each contributor received a copy of the 106-page publication, which features a wraparound cover illustration by Catherine Cavallo and Joshua Young. The event included readings from several creative writing contributors, including Charles Jacobus and Anna Radford (pictured), and a slideshow of visual art from the issue. Thank you to everyone who participated!

If you’re interested in becoming involved with the journal as a student editor, email one of the faculty advisors to be added to the mailing list: Ryan Black at [email protected] or Kristy Caldwell at [email protected]. Everyone on the list will be contacted before the first meeting of Fall 2026, where you’ll have a chance to learn more about the role.

Utopia Parkway Spring 2026 Launch Event

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Flyer by Catherine Cavallo. Front and back cover art for the Spring 2026 issue by Catherine Cavallo and Joshua Young.

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 12:15–1:30pm
Location: Q-Side Lounge, Dining Hall, Rm 122

Everyone is invited to the launch event of the Spring 2026 issue of Queens College’s undergraduate literary journal, Utopia Parkway. Physical copies will be available to browse, and student editors and faculty advisors will be on hand to answer questions. This year’s editors include Design majors Randy Abel Vilchis (editor in chief) and Catherine Cavallo, Design minor Lucila Gonzalez, and recent Design BFA graduate Joshua Young. Faculty advisors are Ryan Black (English) and Kristy Caldwell (Design). Read about the current editors here.

The Spring 2026 issue includes visual art contributions from design students Ching Laam Lo, Yubin Kim, Catherine Cavallo, Lucila Gonzalez, Verna Fong, Patsy Escotto, Sharon Whinston, Elena Leung, Jigdrel Dhendup, Randy Vilchis, Benjamin Cruz Sanchez, Jeanette Manmohan, Fatematuz Jahura, Michelle Huh, and Bonnie Chen.

The event will include a slideshow of all visual art from the issue and feature readings from several creative writing contributors. It’s a great opportunity to see what the journal is all about and meet students from other creative disciplines.

DeviantArt – “How to Make Money from Your Art” – A Free Artist Empowerment Event

The event is focused on helping artists build sustainable income from their work, covering practical ways to monetize art through digital platforms, subscriptions, commissions, and more. It’s designed to be approachable, educational, and supportive, especially for those navigating the early stages of their creative careers.

🎨 Event at a Glance: How to Make Money from Your Art

🗓 Date/Time: Thursday, Nov 6 · 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST

📍Location: Wix Playground – 100 Gansevoort St, New York, NY 10014

💸 Cost: Free

🔗 RSVP & Details

Utopia Parkway Spring 2025 Launch Event

Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Time: 12:15–1:30pm
Location: Powdermaker Hall, Room 112

Everyone is invited to the launch event of the Spring 2025 issue of Queens College’s undergraduate literary journal, Utopia Parkway. Physical copies will be available to browse, and student editors and faculty advisors will be on hand to answer questions. This year’s editors include design students Sophia Pappalard and Randy Abel Vilchis. Faculty advisors are Assistant Professor of English Ryan Black and Assistant Professor of Design Kristy Caldwell. Read about the editors here.

The Spring 2025 issue includes visual art contributions from Design majors Kayla Bobcombe, Elena Leung, Jia Qin Lin, Aryan Manas, Sophia Pappalard, and Bryan Southerland, as well as from recent Design graduates Shaday Anderson, Thais Mendes, and Farhin Puspita.

The event will include a slideshow of all visual art from the issue and feature readings from several creative writing contributors.

School of Arts – Arts Leadership Bootcamp 2025

We are excited to share an exclusive opportunity —the 2025 Arts Leadership Bootcamp, tailor-made for arts students from Queens College, York College, LaGuardia Community College, and Queensborough Community College. This weekend event, happening on our campus from Friday, March 7th to Sunday, March 9th, 2025, offers a unique platform for students to engage in panel discussions, receive 1:1 feedback from industry experts, and participate in workshops on branding, social media, and other critical topics like diversity, equity, and inclusion, financial literacy, hybrid programming, and multi-hyphenate careers.

This is a competitive program funded by the Queens College School of Arts and free of charge for participants. Encourage your students to participate in this transformative experience!

The deadline to apply is January 8th, 2025, at 11:59 pm. Access the application form here: https://forms.office.com/r/RgnpjD5hkC

Students must be available for the entire March weekend (Friday, March 7th, Saturday, March 8th, and Sunday, March 9th) to be selected as a participant, and the Bootcamp hours range from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm on Friday and Saturday and 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Sunday, with lunch and breaks included.

For any application-related queries, please contact [email protected].

QCAP Workshop: Instructional Art: The Creative and Healing Potential of Making Rules


QCAP has our last Art + Mental Health Workshop of the semester, “Instructional Art: The Creative and Healing Potential of Making Rules,” coming up on Wednesday 12/04 from 12:15–1:30pm in the Patio Room (Dining Hall 114)! This will be an interactive zine-making workshop with artist/designer/technologist Tyler Yin, who will help us think about how instructions and rules can help us navigate through uncertainty, bringing together techniques and ideas from art, poetry, and tech. No previous experience or skills necessary, everyone is welcome, and snacks will be provided!

Register via Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/instructional-art-the-creative-and-healing-potential-of-making-rules-tickets-1069078876699.

Celebrate Innovation at the MakeSTEAMQ Student Showcase!

We are thrilled to announce the MakeSTEAMQ Student Showcase, a vibrant celebration of creativity and innovation, taking place at the Rosenthal Library, Room 230 Rotunda. This exciting event will kick off with a reception on May 15th at 12:15 PM and will be viewable through June 1st.

About MakeSTEAMQ

MakeSTEAMQ is a National Science Foundation-funded project aimed at revolutionizing student learning outcomes. By integrating making and design-thinking into the core curriculum, MakeSTEAMQ empowers students to think creatively and critically. Faculty Fellows within the program are dedicated to developing assignments that promote open experimentation and innovation, placing a strong emphasis on student-led classrooms.

Event Highlights

Reception: May 15th @ 12:15 PM

  • Join us for the opening reception during free hour to experience the showcase.
  • Engage with the innovative projects and meet the brilliant minds behind them.
  • Student projects from Creative Coding, Data Visualization and Physical Computing will be on display.

Viewable Through June 1st

  • The showcase will be open for viewing until June 1st, giving you ample time to explore the various projects at your convenience.

Why You Should Attend

The MakeSTEAMQ Student Showcase is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about education, innovation, and student-led learning. Here are just a few reasons why you should mark your calendar:

  • Inspiration: Discover groundbreaking projects that highlight the power of making and design-thinking in education.
  • Networking: Connect with educators, students, and industry professionals who share a passion for innovative learning.
  • Support: Show your support for student creativity and the importance of hands-on, experimental learning environments.

Venue Information

Location: Rosenthal Library, Room 230 Rotunda (Downstairs from Library Cafe)

Utopia Parkway Launch Event

Date: Monday, May 13, 2024
Time: 12:15–1:30pm
Location: Godwin-Ternbach Museum

Everyone is invited to the launch event of the Spring 2024 issue of Queens College’s undergraduate literary journal, Utopia Parkway. Copies will be available to browse, and student editors and faculty advisors will be on hand to answer questions. This year’s editors include design students Jeremiah Rorie and Rosalyn Garcia. Faculty advisors include Assistant Professor of Design Kristy Caldwell. Read about the editors here.

The Spring 2024 issue includes contributions from design students Janelle Dey, Rosalyn Garcia, Scarlet Hernandez, Jenny Lin, Vivian Luo, Jenny Mao, Habin Moon, Danilo Moy Li, Steven Noh, Jeremiah Rorie, and Maya Speller. Cover art and design by Jeremiah Rorie.

The event will include a slideshow of all visual art from the issue and feature readings from several creative writing contributors.