Each September the Department of Art and Art History presents its annual survey of outstanding student artwork drawn from the full spectrum of visual art courses taught on campus. The BOSS (Best of Salve Students) Show is a juried exhibition showcasing creative achievement at all studio levels, from introductory to advanced. This year’s exhibition features a range of artwork from both art majors and non-art majors in the areas of photography, painting, drawing, illustration, ceramics, graphic design, sculpture and digital media.

An awards ceremony for BOSS Show 2026 is scheduled during the opening reception on Thursday, Sept. 17. The Department of Art and Art History invites all students majoring and/or minoring in studio art and art history to attend an orientation event in DiStefano Lecture Hall immediately following the ceremony.

The Dorrance H. Hamilton Gallery is handicap accessible and is open to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. The gallery is closed on Mondays.