A graduate of DePaul University, Kathy Walter-Mack is an experienced attorney who has served as Metropolitan Community College’s chief of staff to the chancellor and associate vice chancellor of human resources for more than five years. In addition to her professional work, Kathy Walter-Mack is an active member of her community and serves as a board member of the Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI).
An accredited four-year college of art and design, KCAI was established 1885. Founded as a local sketch club, KCAI has been at its current location next to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art since 1927 and has taught artists like Robert Morris and Walt Disney. Throughout its history, KCAI has been dedicated to providing innovative, interesting programs taught by experienced, engaged teachers.
With 13 areas of emphasis for its bachelor of fine arts degree, KCAI offers major programs ranging from animation and creative writing to photography and sculpture. Although they are not required by all majors, KCAI encourages all students to participate in at least one internship prior to graduation. Whether students work with nonprofit organizations for social practice internships or work with full-time employees for professional internships, they must meet a number of eligibility requirements, including a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 and the completion of the sophomore-level studio course.
