Jackie Chang

Jackie Chang serves as a Visiting Instructor in the Department of Social Science and Cultural Studies at Pratt Institute's School of Liberal Arts & Sciences, where she integrates artistic practice with social engagement through public commissions and community programs.

Her educational credentials include:

• M.F.A. from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (1989)
• B.S. in Environmental Design from the University of California Davis (1986)

Chang's creative research centers on public art as a catalyst for social transformation, specializing in community-driven projects that bridge cultural studies and urban spaces. Her practice emphasizes collaborative creation with civic institutions and marginalized communities, addressing themes of justice and accessibility through large-scale installations. Notable works include commissions for the Minneapolis Public Library, Charlotte Department of Corrections, Miami Children’s Courthouse, and NYC Metropolitan Transit Authority.

She has pioneered arts programming for organizations like El Puente, BRIC, and Groundswell Community Mural Project, demonstrating sustained commitment to using art as a vehicle for systemic change and community empowerment in urban environments.