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ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨’s Winning Design Kicks Off FIFA World Cup 26â„¢ Boston
John Rego Visiting Assistant Professor, Illustration
ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨’s Winning Design Kicks Off FIFA World Cup 26â„¢ Boston
John Rego Visiting Assistant Professor, IllustrationºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ Illustration students and faculty member and alumnus John Rego’s design selected for the Official FIFA World Cup 26â„¢ Boston Poster.
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ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ Alumni and Friends Gather for Art-Filled Winter Getaway in the Berkshires
ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ alumni and friends gathered in the Berkshires for an inspiring weekend of art, connection, and discussions on creativity.
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Having a Multi-Faceted Design Career: From ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ to MTV to Disney
Gennifer Leong Alvarado '99 BFA Studio For Interrelated Media (SIM)From designing for MTV to leading creative at Disney, Gennifer Leong Alvarado’s journey proves the power of fearless creativity.
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Julian Phillips on Historic Architecture and the Power of Interdisciplinary Learning
Julian Phillips '20 M.ArchDiscover how Julian Phillips ’20 M.Arch uses his ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ education in historic preservation, restoring iconic landmarks and uncovering untold architectural stories.
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Combining Passion and Purpose: Using Art to Heal
Sherwin Long '13 BFAAt ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨, Sherwin Long unlocked his ‘inner spirit warrior,’ finding strength and purpose in his creative journey.
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Ceramicist & Alum Sam Kim Creates One-of-a-Kind Awards for ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨â€™s 2024 Common Good Award Honorees
Sam Kim '18 BFAThis year's ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ Common Good Awards Honorees will receive custom, inscribed ceramic awards by Sam Kim, a ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ alum transforming slipcasting into unique artistry.
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Toni Elka (BFA Painting ’86), Founder of Future Chefs
Toni Elka '86 BFA, 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award RecipientElka, founder of Future Chefs, has made a profound impact on youth development through culinary arts in Boston. Her nonprofit provides life skills, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to prepare young people for success. Elka’s leadership has been nationally recognized for empowering youth and fostering social change.
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Yinette Guzman (’08 BFA Architecture), Public Art Advocate and Placemaking Designer
Yinette Guzman '08 BFA, 2024 Common Good Award RecipientGuzman is celebrated for her leadership in curating the Punto Urban Art Museum (PUAM) in Salem, MA. Her efforts in transforming underserved communities through public art reflect her commitment to inclusivity, creative placemaking, and cultural preservation.
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May Chau (’07 BFA Art Education), Recipient of Frances Euphemia Thompson Award for Excellence in Teaching
May Chau '07 BFA, 2024 Frances Euphemia Thompson Award for Excellence in Teaching RecipientChau, Visual Arts Supervisor for Somerville Public Schools, is honored for her commitment to cultivating a collaborative arts education environment. Her teaching encourages creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning in one of the state’s most diverse school systems, continuing ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨â€™s legacy of training transformative arts educators.
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ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ graduate and professional artist Nicole Chesney reflects on the power and magic of the ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ Auction
Nicole Chesney ’97 BFA GlassNicole Chesney has been an active participant in the ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ Auction since 1997– since her first print in the silent auction her senior year, she has donated 20 artworks in support of current and future ºìÁì½í¹Ï±¨ students.
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