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In this episode of 'Exposition', we speak with Emily Denlinger, a professor in the Department of Art and Design at Southeast Missouri State University. Emily talks about the second annual installment of the "Emerging Voices" exhibition, which showcases art pieces created by students from local community colleges. This public gallery is open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and the show is available to view through January 30, 2026, at the Dobbins Center, located on the SEMO River Campus.
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