Dr. Michael Swaine

Associate Professor

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Biography

Swaine originally trained as a ceramicist and works with a variety of materials, methods, and media, focusing particularly on collaborative work. He is the Chair of the 3D4M program at the University of Washington, which encompasses ceramics, glass, and sculpture. His notable exhibitions include showcases at prestigious institutions such as the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum in New York, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in California, and the Guggenheim in New York. In addition to his artistic endeavors, Swaine has received national notice for his project, the Free Mending Library, highlighted by CBS Nightly News. He was honored with the Jefferson Award for Public Service in 2015, recognizing his contributions to the community through art. Swaine began teaching at the University of Washington in 2015, having previously taught at California College of the Arts and Mills College.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Chair, 3D4M: ceramics + glass + sculpture

Instructor

— Present

California College of the Arts • California

Taught ceramics and related subjects

Instructor

— Present

Mills College • California

Taught ceramics and related subjects

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.