Community Unity Music Program Swells In Size, Teaches Kids To Play Jul 30, 2008
"If you ask me what my life is about, what my mission is," Nunn said, "it's to make sure that each and every student, from every walk of life, has an opportunity to be exposed to a quality arts education." Nunn, who is also an Ithaca College alum with an education major and a sociology minor, provides that education with his program, which is two-fold: the students meet for a workshop at the Community Center for one session a week, and for the other weekly session, they are given the opportunity... (Ithaca Times, NY)
VIEWPOINT: "For education's sake" Jul 26, 2008
In the abstract I agree with Finnegan's desire to enhance liberal arts education. But liberal arts graduates with little or no understanding of science are dangerous. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Don't miss: Precita Eyes Youth Arts Festival Jul 25, 2008
The Mission's long-running arts education nonprofit will be hosting arts and painting events all day - from traditional mural work to spray aerosol pieces, with music and dancing performances from John Da Bomb, Slap Factory, Irie Dole, Larkin Street Youth, DJ Cuba , the Baysix. Also: break dancing. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Art camp begins Monday for Cherokee students Jul 24, 2008
Cherokee schools budget cuts over recent years obliterated the fine arts education for students. Neither art nor music are part of the curriculum at either the junior high or high school level. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Anthropology in Albania Jul 24, 2008
College achievements: Student leader for One Campus, One Community, president of the Black Student Association, secretary of the Student Body Association, chairwoman of the Campus Ministry Team, Midtown Community Partnership Taskgroup, member of the Senior Year Experience Steering Committee, Ford Teaching Fellow, homecoming queen 2007, Omicron Delta Kappa Freshman Woman of the Year, member of the 2007-2008 Hall of Fame and the winner of the Frank and Rachel Anne Laney Award for her essay... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Jay Leno to Headline Casa Gala August 23 in Fort Worth Jul 24, 2008
All proceeds benefit Casa Manana's Arts Education and Outreach Program that reaches almost 145,000 children each year from across North Texas, the largest of its kind in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Underwriting begins at $10,000 and includes the pre-show reception and dinner, then VIP seating for Mr. Leno's performance, followed by the party in Casa Manana's Grand Lobby. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Qwest Foundation aids native arts education Jul 23, 2008
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Applewild School announces additional scholarship test date Jul 22, 2008
Celebrating 50 years in 2008, Applewild School a co-educational day school, committed to providing motivated students with a strong liberal arts education with an emphasis on the visual and performing arts and athletics. Loading commenting interface. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Nutter brings back Arts, Culture and Creative Economy office Jul 21, 2008
Among the tasks Steuer will oversee will be improving public access to the arts, expanding arts education, overseeing city art programs, promoting public and private investment in the creative economy, coordinating city agencies to work with the city's arts efforts and serving as a liaison between cultural institutions. Nutter also re-established the Cultural Advisory Council, which will advise his administration on issues related to arts and culture. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Kircher participates in Bill of Rights program Jul 17, 2008
Kansas City Kansan - News. Thursday, July 17, 2008. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Girl, 6, finds woman's $9,000 diamond ring Jul 16, 2008
Dan DemetriadJazz great Wynton Marsalis talks about his music, his fundraising for Jazz at Lincoln Center, his philanthropy, and his work to improve arts education in an interview with Contribute magazine. . (MSNBC -- International)
Ralph Burgard, 81, director, advocate for arts programs Jul 15, 2008
Concerned about the lack of arts education for children in poor communities, Mr. Burgard started the A+ Schools Program in 1988. Its comprehensive arts curriculum is now offered to 18,000 students in 42 public schools in North Carolina. (Boston Globe)
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The luggage store's vital exhibition, performing arts, public arts and arts education programs are decided to broadening aesthetic networks by encouraging the flow of images and ideas between different cultural and economic communities. Related Links. (AbsoluteArts.com)
For Wynton Marsalis, The cause is people Jul 13, 2008
Recently, Contribute Editor-in-Chief Marcia Stepanek caught up with Marsalis to talk about his music, his fundraising for Jazz at Lincoln Center, his philanthropy, and his work to improve arts education. What follows is an edited transcript of that conversation. (MSNBC -- Music)
Braces may have saved teenagers life Jul 13, 2008
Dan DemetriadJazz great Wynton Marsalis talks about his music, his fundraising for Jazz at Lincoln Center, his philanthropy, and his work to improve arts education in an interview with Contribute magazine. Message board. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Delco beauty hands over her crown to new Miss Pa. Jul 13, 2008
Perry, who played a classical piano piece during the talent competition, plans to champion Art Works, an arts education initiative, during her reign. She receives a $7,000 scholarship and a place in the Miss America pageant in January. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
LET IT FLOW - Zootown Arts summer camp promotes collaboration and unity through artistic projects Jul 8, 2008
ZACC has been collaborating and running community arts education classes in creative environments for two years. It has connections with Missoula County Public Schools, Jeannette Rankin Peace Center, The Artist s Shop, Missoula Cultural Council, Montana Arts Council, Missoula Development Corporation, and the University of Montana. (Missoulian, MT)
Lux schedules a new slate of resident artists Jul 7, 2008
It is my firm belief that arts education is necessary because it gives students important skills that they won't find in the regular classroom curriculum, said Nicolas Reveles, San Diego Opera's director of education and outreach. Because opera is a synthesis of all of the fine arts, opera education is an especially potent form of arts learning to which we at San Diego Opera are deeply committed. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
It's hard to measure the cost, and benefit, of your children Jul 5, 2008
Martha Barrett, Bank of America senior vice president, talked about her guild experiences and the importance of arts education in schools. It also was announced that Allan Ruby from Liberty Furniture is the People's Choice Award winner for the second year in a row. (Florida Times-Union)
Kathryn Hill named director of Colorado Historical Society Jul 4, 2008
She moved to Denver in 2005 and became executive director of the Colorado Alliance for Arts Education. She was involved in merging the group with Young Audiences of Colorado to create Think360 Arts Complete Education, where she is director of policy and planning. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Ruth Bancroft: Nearly 100 years and counting Jul 3, 2008
Bancroft will be the guest of honor at a two-day Garden Conservancy symposium, "An Age of Gardeners: Mrs. Bancroft and Her Horticultural Contemporaries," featuring presentations at the Walnut Creek Civic Arts Education Building and tours of notable East Bay gardens. Harland Hand, who brought an artist's sensibilities to garden design, and Wayne Roderick, a native-plant expert for the UC Botanical Garden and the East Bay Regional Parks Botanic Garden, will be commemorated, along with Ed Carman... (San Francisco Chronicle)
IMAGELESS: Findings of Pioneering AXA Art Conservation Research Project on View at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Exhibition Opens July 11, 2008 Jul 3, 2008
The exhibition is organized by Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation's Conservation Center in collaboration with the Sackler Center for Arts Education and is made possible with generous support from AXA Art Insurance Corporation. The AXA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of AXA Equitable has also provided additional support for this exhibition. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Some question if S'pore is ready for free debate at upcoming liberal arts college Jul 1, 2008
" ADVERTISEMENT However, Professor Singh said the government cannot afford to wait, or Singapore will lag behind in its ability to innovate.Citing a recent encounter with noted academic Professor Tata Coste of the University of Southern Maine, Professor Singh asked her why a liberal arts education was highly prized in the United States, and she replied that liberal arts colleges were where they taught students how to think.Feedback sessions by the MOE committee also threw up worries that... (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Facing History director honored by Rotary Jun 30, 2008
Sun Jun 29, 2008, 09:44 AM EDT. On Thursday, June 19, the Rotary Club of Brookline held its annual Distinguished Community Service Award Luncheon. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Arts budget strapped Jun 30, 2008
Arts Commission Chairwoman Claudia Silva-Doo said money from fund-raisers and program fees must first go to cover the remaining salary and benefits of the employee -- about $12,000 worth -- before it reaches arts education programs. "That was the thing that was the most disturbing to us," Silva-Doo said. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Veteran educator takes the helm at Iowa Wesleyan Jun 25, 2008
Iowa Wesleyan College President Dr. Jay Simmons may be a new face at the college, but he's no stranger to liberal arts education. Simmons has held leadership positions with institutions of higher education for 20 years, including at La Grange, Ga. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
International artist unveils new Albuquerque project Jun 25, 2008
VSA North Fourth Art Center is a contemporary art center that provides arts education, performance and exhibition opportunities for adults with development disabilities. mkamerick@bizjournals. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Gainey says he has spoken briefly with Sundin Jun 25, 2008
It raises money for environmental and arts education programs for young people. The show was headlined by Newfoundland band Great Big Sea, whose lead singer Alan Doyle is a friend of Gainey's, and Montreal rockers Sam Roberts and Michel Rivard. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Giving grew in 07, but worries darken 08 Jun 24, 2008
Top Finance Headlines. Top Government Headlines. (Crain's Chicago Business)
The 'new' liberal arts Jun 24, 2008
Just as traditional liberal arts education includes the study of theology, art, literature, languages, philosophy, history, mathematics and science, the new world view of Information Technology is evolving to include interdisciplinary skill sets. Here are some lessons that students need to learn, both inside and outside of the classroom, for success in the global economy. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Scottsdale Culinary Institute Alumnus Wins Bravo's ''Top Chef'' Jun 24, 2008
The prestigious Scottsdale Culinary Institute (SCI) is an affiliate of Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America, one of the largest providers of quality culinary arts education. The school offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Management and Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management, as well as Associate of Occupational Studies degrees in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts, Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management, and Le Cordon Bleu Ptisserie and Baking; and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Catoosa schools host first Summer Visual Arts Day Camps Jun 22, 2008
This is something that I ve wanted to do for a long time, said Ringgold High School art teacher Larry Bunch, who headed up the program at the Beth Kellerhals Center for Visual Arts Education. Students were divided into two groups, one for children from ages 6-8 and one for ages 9-11. (Catoosa County News, GA)
How Artists Use Maquettes Jun 22, 2008
Small Scale Models Can Be Used To Preview Large Creative Ideas. A maquette is a small-scale version of a large artistic statement. (Suite101.com)
Two Mumbai colleges get autonomy Jun 21, 2008
St Xavier's, the mecca for arts education, and Ruia, a top college for science, will be the first two city colleges to offer conventional arts, science and commerce courses with such autonomy. TOI had earlier reported that both these colleges had submitted proposals for autonomy. (India Times, India)
Where's the love for arts education? Jun 21, 2008
Where's the love for arts education ... Where s the love for arts education ... A paints a poor picture about the quality of arts education in public schools. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Linden Lab Celebrates Second Life's 5th Birthday With a Virtual World Fair Jun 21, 2008
Keynote Addresses by New CEO Mark Kingdon, Founder Philip Rosedale and Board Member Mitch Kapor Highlight Two-Week Long Celebration. SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Linden Lab, creator of 3D virtual world Second Life (), has announced that it will hold a two-week long Virtual World Fair to celebrate the 5th birthday of the Second Life community. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jacksonville Journal Jun 20, 2008
The groups, representing music, dance, visual arts, theater, history and arts education, supported 477 full-time, 444 part-time jobs and 551 independent contract positions. Also involved were 11,177 volunteers who contributed 201,000 hours. (Florida Times-Union)
Shirley King: Blues legend's daughter has had to make it on her own Jun 19, 2008
She runs clinics on blues music and history as an artist in residence with Urban Gateways Center for Arts Education, a nonprofit arts education group. I would love to do blues in the school all over the world, she said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Malibu, Santa Monica parents rally in Sacramento (3) Jun 19, 2008
"The Santa Monica-Malibu parents happened to pick the same day for their rally that the news broke that statewide approval rankings for Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger are plummeting, due in large part to Californians' disenchantment with his handling of public schools. And they were also greeted by headlines announcing the resignation of part-time Malibu resident Richard Riordan as Schwarzenegger's education secretary.The Public Policy Institute of California's poll shows 47 percent of the state's... (Malibu Times, CA)
Oregon State University Jun 19, 2008
Lebanon Express: Community Notes. Welcome to the Lebanon-Express. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Four new recipients receive Bloorview's highest honour Jun 18, 2008
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Exclusive Performance by Music Legend Carlos Santana Highlights Samsung's Seventh Annual Four Seasons of Hope Charity Gala Jun 17, 2008
Source: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.. New York Fundraiser Delivers $1. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hilton Hotels & Resorts and the Tony Awards(R) Put Theatre Education for Young Adults on Center Stage Jun 14, 2008
The Hilton First Theatre Memories program, an extension of Hiltons continued support of arts education and two-year sponsorship of the American Theatre Wings Tony Awards, was designed to give kids who might not otherwise have the opportunity the chance to experience first-hand the transformative power of theatre ... Furthering its commitment to arts education and creating unique experiences for deserving kids, Hilton is giving a group of 30 New York City youth a behind-the-scenes... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
NIH study concludes next week's summer chorus camp for seniors improves quality of life Jun 13, 2008
Encore is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing an excellent and accessible artistic environ-ment for older adults, 55 and over, regardless of experience or ability, who seek arts education and per-formance opportunities under a professional artist. Encore currently has six chorales for singers in the Baltimore-Washington area and is continuing to grow. (EurekAlert!)
Report: 2 million artists in US, many struggling Jun 12, 2008
"You have underemployed and highly trained musicians, actors, dancers and other artists who could easily provide arts education to our schools," he told The Associated Press. "For the most part, the arts have been dropped from the education of our young people. This is an educational crisis. We are not creating the skills necessary for a 21st-century economy and we have the trained work force that could solve this problem.". (Lompoc Record, CA)
San Antonio's McNay Art Museum Reopened After $33.1 Million Expansion Jun 11, 2008
A vital partner in arts education, the McNay annually serves as many as 45,000 adults, teachers, students, and families with a variety of arts education programs and educational resources, including a fine arts reference library and interpretive information about art in the museum's collection and exhibitions. Admission and parking are free except during selected exhibitions and special events. (PR Newswire)
College Displaying Crucifix in Rectum Got Millions in Tax Dollars Jun 11, 2008
These projects provide high school students with free visual arts education. -- $10,000 in 2004. (CNSnews.com)
Kolkata boy bowls over US varsities Jun 10, 2008
After passing his higher secondary exams with an impressive score of 449, he opted not to take the IIT-JEE and WBJEE. Instead, he wants to focus on research with a liberal arts education. He has figured out that he can best follow his dreams in the US, because no institution in India would cater to his wide-ranging interests in science as well as the humanities, Jayanta said. (India Times, India)
York High School announces top students Jun 10, 2008
Next year, she plans to attend Colgate University where she will pursue a liberal arts education. Ryan Means, son of John and Jeanine Means, is a proud member and captain of the cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track teams, a two-year member of the National Honor Society and the World Language Honor Society, as well as a Senior Facilitator. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Patricia Phelps De Cisneros, Carlos Fuentes, and Peter Munk Honored at Americas Society 28th Annual Spring Party Jun 7, 2008
Source: Americas Society. NEW YORK, June 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Americas Society held its 28th Annual Spring Party last night at Cipriani Wall Street, located in New York City's Financial District. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cameron School's fine arts program helped by donations Jun 6, 2008
"In essence, it's an underfunded, traditionally first-to-be-cut area," said O'Connell, who called fine arts education an "incredibly important part of our community and our society.". The Enduring Tributes Campaign can be found online at www. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Oakland at-large candidates work on runoff Jun 5, 2008
Hamill, 51, said she would emphasize her accomplishments from seven years on the school board - including spearheading efforts to increase reading in the classroom and at home, preserving arts education and developing close working relationships with several council members. She said she would also seek new council policies and programs to reduce crime and stimulate the economy. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Nord truly a special student-athlete Jun 3, 2008
By Becky Bohm, Special to the Journal Tuesday, June 03, 2008. MINNEAPOLIS The term student-athlete is often thrown around the world of collegiate athletics loosely, but certainly not in this case. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Kroc Center could reshape Augusta Jun 1, 2008
A center of attention 060108 - The Augusta Chronicle. A center of attention Salvation Army's planned Kroc Center is poised to reshape part of Augusta Augusta Chronicle Editorial Staff Sunday, June 01, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Dems push governor for funding of charities May 31, 2008
"HOT is an important community resource, helping to fill the void many schools have in arts education," Tiller said. "We expanded our reach, based on the news we would be supported with this grant.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Alumni Medalist Dresselhaus will speak at ReunionConvocation; other alumni to receive honors for service May 30, 2008
I knew I needed a liberal arts education. He worked in the Graduate School of Business for the late Professor James Lorie to earn spending money and started a handful of campus businesses. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Authentic Voice in Creative Arts May 30, 2008
What Does Leadership Education Have to Say to Art Students. Leadership Education has much to say to the Creative Arts. (Suite101.com)
I’ve got the music in me May 29, 2008
Showing their raucous appreciation, 4,000 Conroe Independent School District fourth-grade students filled The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Wednesday for the annual Fine Arts Education Day, featuring a performance by the Houston Symphony. It was the symphony s first time to perform at the annual event, which showcased a medley of music for Coming to America, led by Conductor Brett Mitchell. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Remarks by the First Lady at the Americans for the Arts and Smithsonian Institution Luncheon May 28, 2008
I want to say a special thanks to Michael Kaiser for the way you've reached out around the world with arts education for arts groups everywhere. He thanked me for putting Pakistan and Romania together with the Kennedy Center, but the fact is, I got the idea from him because of his work first with Mexican arts groups and now with groups in 36 countries, I think you said, and that's really terrific. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Draw Really Cool Stuff (6 in 1) May 26, 2008
Six Drawing Books Combined in One Bumper Hard Cover Issue. Drawing books by Doug DuBosque are always good. (Suite101.com)
Seven high school productions honored with Gene Kelly awards May 26, 2008
The Charles Gray Award for Special Achievement in Arts Education was presented to Brentwood's Elroy Elementary for integrating the arts in various subject areas. The Kelly Critics Award, for a student reviewing other schools' shows, co-sponsored by the Post-Gazette, went to Casey McDermott of Chartiers Valley. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
2008 Gene Kelly Awards announced May 25, 2008
The Charles Gray Award for Special Achievement in Arts Education was presented to Brentwood's Elroy Elementary for integrating the arts through various subject areas. For the Kelly Critics Program, a partnership between Pittsburgh CLO and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PG theater editor Dr. Christopher Rawson presented the Kelly Critics Award for excellence in theatrical critiques to Casey McDermott (Chartiers Valley. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
DreamWorks Gives $500,000 To Inner-City Arts May 24, 2008
Film Company DreamWorks Animation is donating 500,000 to Skid Row nonprofit arts education center Inner-City Arts. Company CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg will appear at a presentation ceremony at the center on Wednesday, May 28. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
DMA Director John R. Lane Retires May 23, 2008
Through his tireless efforts, $159 million has already been raised to support the museum's extensive exhibitions and arts education programs. In the 10 years since Lane joined the museum, the institution's permanent collection has grown dramatically. (Suite101.com)
Portrait of a young artist May 23, 2008
She considered applying to an art school, but did not want to turn her back on her other interests and a full liberal arts education. She has decided to attend the University of Iowa, with majors in English and studio arts. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
