The Patricia Valian Reser Center for the Creative Arts (PRAx) at Oregon State University is dedicated to supporting many forms of creative work and connecting people and ideas across disciplines. 

PRAx and its affiliate organizations, Spring Creek Project and Center for the Humanities, create and manage residencies and fellowships at the intersections of arts, humanities, science and technology. We also manage the application process for the Polar STEAM Antarctic Artists & Writers Program.

Our opportunities take many shapes — from unplugged solo retreats in the woods to collaborative projects in research labs, field stations and interdisciplinary settings. Some programs are designed for OSU students or faculty, and some are national open calls. Whatever the scope, we work with each resident or fellow to co-create an experience that is supportive and generative.

Whether you are a musician or visual artist fascinated by the idea of long-term engagement with a science or engineering lab, a writer craving a couple of weeks at a quiet cabin, or a humanities scholar wanting to bring together a dream team of collaborators, we invite you to browse our opportunities, explore our residency locations, and learn about our initiatives to find opportunities that meet your needs. 

Our open submissions are listed below.