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Liz Heeren serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Art at the University of South Dakota, teaching at the University Center campus in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She has maintained an active teaching career since 2002 across multiple institutions including South Dakota State University, Dakota State University, University of Sioux Falls, and Augustana University.
Her academic background includes:
- Master of Fine Arts in Painting from the University of South Dakota (2007)
- Master of Arts in Art Education and Art Theory from the University of Arizona (2000)
- Bachelor of Arts with double major in Biology and Studio Art from Saint Olaf College (1997)
Heeren's research investigates the ecotone—the dynamic overlap between natural and synthetic environments—manifested through painting and mixed media practices. Her teaching spans foundational disciplines including Technical Drawing, Conceptual Drawing, Mixed Media Drawing, Design, Color Theory, Painting, 3D Design, and Art Appreciation, emphasizing both technical mastery and conceptual exploration.
Her professional recognition includes:
- Multiple Addy Awards for creative campaigns (2017-2020)
- Featured Artist status at South Dakota Art Museum (2020)
- Excellence in Teaching Award (2014)
- Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarship (2001)
- Arts Innovation Award from Sioux Empire Arts Council (2018)
Heeren has presented on art-business integration at national design education summits and community events, though no graduate students or research grants are documented in available materials. Her work reflects deep engagement with South Dakota's artistic community through gallery exhibitions and public programming.
