Art + Technology + Social Justice
The Arts for All initiative partners the arts with the sciences, technology and other disciplines to develop new and reimagined curricular and experiential offerings that nurture different ways of thinking to spark dialogue, understanding, problem solving and action. It bolsters a campus-wide culture of creativity and innovation, making Maryland a national leader in leveraging the combined power of the arts, technology and social justice to collaboratively address grand challenges.
EVENTS
A Reading and Conversation with Jason Schneiderman
Wed, October 16 • 5:30PM
Free
Join us for a discussion with award-winning author, UMD alum and founder of Stylus Jason Schneiderman as he shares insights into the craft of writing and the life of a storyteller.
Fall M.F.A. Dance Thesis Concert
October 25–27 • various times
Tickets required
Showcases stunning and provocative choreography by M.F.A. candidates Christina Collins, Daniel Miramontes and Peter Pattengill in the UMD School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies.
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
3D Printing, Animation, Underwater Cameras: New Methods Inform Faculty Art Exhibition
October 1, 2024
Works in triennial exhibition tackle climate change, identity, misogyny and more.
In UMD Visit, Kermit Makes a Rainbow Connection With Terps
September 30, 2024
Famed frog (and his performer) talk with ARHU Dean about Jim Henson ’60, Miss Piggy and life lessons trom the Muppets.
Through Art Purchasing Program, the Stamp’s Hallways Become a Museum
September 26, 2024
Students select and buy contemporary works for UMD collection.
Honoring ‘Las Muertes’
September 17, 2024
Terps highlight how D.C.’s Salvadoran diaspora uses art to grapple with painful past in new documentary.
A ‘Proud’ Debut on an Illustrious NYC Stage for Maryland Opera Studio
September 13, 2024
At theater that premiered ‘Hamilton,’ student singers tell story of controversial Mexican leader.
‘Mobile-izing’ a New Generation to the Ballot Box
September 11, 2024
Campus pop-up helps register new voters and take the angst out of Election Day.
The Arts for All initiative seeks to ensure that the arts are woven into the very fabric of life at the University of Maryland...so the Terrapin identity is writ large and forged strong.
Arts Improve the Student Experience
We are prepared to address the growing student and industry demand to integrate the arts into student life, both within and beyond the curriculum, helping students access and amplify their creative talents and fostering collaborative and innovative thinking to solve problems.
Arts Create an Inclusive Environment
We are harnessing the power of the arts to spark civic dialogue, increase community engagement and activate social change.
Arts Advance the University
We are accelerating innovation, discovery and insights through collaborations among the arts, the humanities and the sciences through research, creative activity and technological innovation.