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Academic Support

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Life at ECU | Student Services

Academic Support

The Show

Each year, The Show showcases the graduating class’s creative work through a combined virtual and on-campus exhibition. Whether your practice is digital, material or site-specific, this exhibition gives you a platform to share, reflect, and connect, both locally and globally.

To participate, make sure you review the Show Handbook carefully. It’s your guide for submission, formats, exhibition guidelines and award eligibility.

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Virtual Exhibition

  • Open to all graduating students, regardless of location
  • You control your online page: upload images, media and artist statements
  • Exhibitions are archived — your work becomes part of ECU’s digital legacy
  • Strong online documentation is essential for award evaluation

Before You Apply

  • Review the Show Handbook for all requirements and instructions
  • Determine if your project qualifies for virtual, on-campus or both formats
  • Ensure you meet deadline dates and submission formats
  • Plan ahead for logistics: digital media, transportation, installation, etc.

On-campus Exhibition

  • Designed for students in Vancouver, B.C.
  • You must commit to install, de-install and artwork pickup
  • Projects must meet Exhibition Considerations and Install Guidelines
  • If your work requires special equipment, consult technicians and faculty
  • The physical show reflects the same jury and categories as the virtual show

Next Steps + Resources

  • Review the Show Handbook (updated annually in the spring)
  • Application opens: (insert date)
  • Check deadlines: Virtual submissions, On-campus submissions
  • Contact support: (email/contact for Show inquiries, technical help)
  • FAQs & support guide (link to common Show questions)

A Note about the Show Handbook

The Show Handbook is a guide for graduating students who are exhibiting work in the ECU Grad Show and will be updated in Spring 2026.

Until then, note these important dates for those planning to participate in the the On-campus Exhibition.

Students participating in Dynamic Media screenings will receive updates from the DDM faculty. Please contact Leslie Bishko for questions. 

All Grad Meeting – OnlineBeginning of March
All Grad Meeting – In Person, Reliance TheatreBeginning of March
Application DeadlineEnd of March
Work Drop-off DeadlineApril 28
Label Submission DeadlineApril 28
On-campus Installation DayMay 5
Additional Install DaysMay 6 – 8
The Show Opening NightMay 13
ConvocationMay 14
The Show ClosingMay 27
De-install DaysMay 28-29
Additional De-install DayJune 1