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A distinctive degree-granting program that integrates training in book arts practice and technique with research into the history and culture of books.
Facilities
We offer a wide variety of experiences in bookbinding, letterpress printing, papermaking, lettering arts and more.
Student Handbook
References for procedures, policies and resources for all UICB students.
Graduate study opportunities
The UICB offers an MFA degree and a graduate certificate in book studies or book arts.
Center news
UICB Professor offers Keynote Lecture at Midwest Victorian Studies Association Meeting
Monday, April 1, 2024
Upcoming events
UICB Graduation and 1st-year Rodeo
Friday, May 3, 2024 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Join the UI Center for the Book on Friday, May 3 as we proudly celebrate our graduating MFA students, Jamie Capps and Tegan Daly!
From 4–6 p.m. stop by the K.K. Merker Gallery in the B Level of North Hallce to see Tegan and Jamie's work and head into our UICB Studios to see work from our 1st year MFA Students.
Remarks will begin at 5:15 p.m. Hope to see you there!
The Floodplain Belongs to the River
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 5:00pm to 7:00pm
The Floodplain Belongs to the River
MFA Thesis Exhibition by Tegan Daly
May 5-15, 2024
K.K. Merker Gallery, UI Center for the Book
Opening Receptions on Tuesday, May 7 from 5 to 7 p.m.