Andrew Marvick

Andrew Marvick serves as a Professor in the Department of Art and Design within Southern Utah University's College of Performing and Visual Arts. He teaches foundational and advanced courses including Art History Surveys, History of Graphic Design, American Art, Nineteenth-Century Art, and Twentieth-Century Art, emphasizing art's role as a "visual response to life".

His educational journey began with a bachelor's degree from Harvard University, followed by two master's degrees and a doctorate in art history. Prior to SUU, he taught at UCLA and various universities across California and Oklahoma.

Marvick's research centers on Art History and Visual Culture, with specialized expertise in Graphic Design, American Art, Nineteenth-Century Art, and Twentieth-Century Art. He champions the significance of art's subtlety and mystery, guiding students to appreciate its profound connection to human experience through courses like ART 4700 and ART 4750.

Though no formal awards or grants are documented, Marvick finds fulfillment in students' post-graduation professional success. He advises aspiring artists to "invest the time and energy to master your field" while embracing failures as growth opportunities. His teaching philosophy thrives within SUU's collaborative environment of dedicated colleagues and scenic campus grounds.