From internships to student achievements to recognition of The University of Tampa faculty and institution as a whole, the following is a running archive of UT press releases, called News Articles, and feature stories, noted as UT Life.
Posted January 10, 2019 in News
From Jan. 23–Feb. 22, UT’s Scarfone/Hartley Gallery will showcase Modernism Reimagined: Joe Testa-Secca in Full Color, highlighting the art of renowned local artist Joe Testa-Secca. There will be an opening reception on Friday, Jan. 25, from 7–9 p.m., and a closing reception on Friday, Feb. 22, from 7–9 p.m.
Drawing from the University’s permanent art collection, numerous local private collections and the artist’s personal studio collection, this monographic show will showcase the scope and evolution of Testa-Secca’s work, saluting both his artistic career and the invaluable local art supporters who have collected his work over the decades.
Posted January 09, 2019 in News
Noted art historian Philip Eliasoph, who specializes in Jewish art, will present a special lecture at The University of Tampa on Thursday, Feb. 7, at 7:30 p.m. on the ninth floor of the Vaughn Center. The lecture is free and open to the public, and a reception will precede the talk at 6:30 p.m.
From ancient pagan idolatry, to Rothko and the “mystery of the Jews” in modern art, Eliasoph, a noted authority on Jewish art, will tell a sweeping story of art that hasn’t often been told before. Millennia of Jewish art from Moses to Modigliani will be discussed in a talk that is designed to appeal to art lovers and those seeking a deeper understanding of Jewish culture alike.
Posted January 09, 2019 in News
The leaders of Workscapes Inc., Quala and Gator Cases are slated to speak at the next Business Network Symposium at The University of Tampa on Tuesday, Jan. 15. The event, which is free and open to the public, begins with a continental breakfast at 7:15 a.m. with the program running from 7:45–9 a.m. on the ninth floor of the Vaughn Center, 401 W. Kennedy Blvd.
Posted January 08, 2019 in UT Life
According to Nassir, the article is about European refugees and the type of challenges many face in their transition to Europe, but also how modalities of art, like dance, artwork and music, can help ease this transition.
“I come from a minority background as a Muslim American, and the transition to coming to a new country where the language and culture is completely different was hard at times,” said Nassir. “I chose to write about this topic, because art is a really powerful tool that helps connect people, no matter what cultural background one comes from.”
Posted January 03, 2019 in UT Life
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