The Ceramics area offers a diverse approach to materials and processes with an emphasis on creative thinking and individual artistic growth. Students are exposed to the rich history of ceramic art and are expected to achieve excellence in aesthetics, concept, craftsmanship, and professionalism while developing their unique artistic voice.

The main ceramics studio is located in the Fine Arts Building and is well equipped with clay mixing facility and glaze lab that is fully stocked with a complete inventory of raw materials. Atmospheric kilns are located across campus at the Marx Building while semi-private graduate studios are located at Bingham Commons.

The MU Clay Klub (MUCK) is an active student organization that hosts visiting artists each semester, two pottery sales, and a biennial national juried cup show. Recent visiting artists include: Wes Brown, Kensuke Yamada, Jason Briggs, Meredith Host, Erica Iman, Chandra DeBuse, Ayumi Horie, and Ian Meares among others.