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ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University student Angela Schleich will have her Senior Art Exhibition on display Dec. 1-14 in the NSU Lincoln Gallery.

Schleich will hold a public reception at 7 p.m. Dec. 4 in the Lincoln Gallery. Her exhibition will include her digital photography, digital paintings and oil paintings.

“I try to capture the life of South Dakota in my artwork and explore the subjects of family, self-discovery and beauty in this environment,” she said. 

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Angela Schleich standing by window with water in background

Schleich, the daughter of Robert and Lori Schleich, grew up in Mitchell, graduating from Mitchell High School in 2017.

At Northern, she is majoring in graphic design and has studied with faculty members Peter Killian, Alexis Doerr, Jason Knowles, Nadya Preszler and Derek Decker.

“I chose Northern for the great art and music program along with my sister being here in Aberdeen, and my family being close by, Schleich said.

Schleich will graduate in December 2021 and plans to continue making artwork as much as she can.

About Northern State University

Northern State University is a student-centered institution that provides an outstanding educational experience, preparing students through the liberal arts and professional education for their future endeavors. A regional university, Northern offers rigorous academics; diverse civic, social and cultural opportunities; and a commitment to building an inclusive environment for all points of view. Northern also offers a broad-based athletics program, sponsoring 15 NCAA Division II intercollegiate varsity sports that compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (NSIC). The university strives to enrich the community through partnerships such as its Educational Impact Campaign, which opened a new South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired; new athletic and recreation fields; and an on-campus regional sports complex. With the $55 million campaign, NSU has been the recipient of more than $150 million in privately funded building projects and scholarships within a decade. To learn more, visit NSU Admissions.