Soojin Kim

Soojin Kim is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Art and Art History at Eastern Connecticut State University, where she teaches visual dynamics, identity design, UI, and interactive prototyping. Her interdisciplinary practice bridges art, engineering, and cultural studies to explore narrative and sustainability.

Her academic background spans dual disciplines:

• M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Boston University
• M.F.A. in Studio Art, School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University

Her research investigates visual and interactive storytelling through intercultural lenses, creating installations that foster cross-cultural dialogue and sustainable solutions. Projects often combine digital media with traditional techniques to address ecological awareness and identity.

Her accolades include:

• Traveling Scholars Award ($2,700 grant) from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts
• Bupyeong Young Artist Award
• SHIFTS artist residency, Park Young Korea Foundation
• Artist residency, MASS MoCA
• Artist residency, PrattMWP

Represented by Clark Gallery since 2023, her exhibition history spans international venues including Gallery BOM (Boston), MASS MoCA, PrattMWP Gallery, and institutions in France and South Korea. Her MWPAI residency produced community-focused projects like children's dinner plate crafts for Art Alive events, demonstrating applied educational outreach.