Leonardo Release Party Breaks Records!

The 2026 Leonardo release party saw record breaking attendance! At least 187 people were in attendance, and by the end only standing room was left. Featured student editors presented their artworks to this crowd, as the community celebrated the newest edition of Leonardo magazine, enjoying snacks and community.

Published authors and artists Ben Hall, Lydia Gachupin, N. Page, Dustin Tidwell, Alicia Garcia, Annie Mitchem, and Brittany Weber presented to the crowd. Multiple other published students were in attendance as well. Also presenting was poet Jehanne Dubrow. The night was decorated by art from many different perspectives, expressing many different feelings and visions.