Northern Michigan University

10/30/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/30/2026 15:12

Lanctot Appointed to Michigan Arts and Culture Council

Northern Michigan University professor and DeVos Art Museum Director Emily Lanctot has been appointed to the Michigan Arts and Culture Council.

Lanctot was previously a member of the Marquette Arts and Culture Advisory Committee. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in art and design from NMU, a Master of Fine Arts in interdisciplinary studio art from the Vermont College of Fine Arts, and a copyrightX certificate from Harvard University.

Lanctot was appointed for a term that expires Sept. 1, 2028.

The Michigan Arts and Culture Council serves to encourage, develop, and facilitate an enriched environment of creative and cultural activity in Michigan. The Council envisions a Michigan where every citizen celebrates the state's cultural treasures and arts, and cultural experiences are accessible to all its citizens.

This appointment is not subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

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