Jackson Blended Learning Winners
In early November, the William G. Jackson Center for Teaching and Learning invited faculty to submit proposals to support blended learning course innovations. Proposals were accepted at three levels ($1,000, $5,000 and $10,000), and a total of $50,000 was originally planned to be awarded during this cycle.
In the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, Jared Anderson was awarded $10,000 for “Video Arts in Blended Learning (VIABLE).”
Read more at Tech Today.
Instructor Elizabeth Meyer, Associate Professor Christopher Plummer and Senior Lecturer Susanne Kilpela (VPA), “The Intersection of the Arts and the Natural World,” Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.
Read more at Tech Today.
Mary Ann Beckwith, Professor Emeritus, announced her exhibit in Lansing in TechAlum Newsletter. The exhibit opening will be October 4, 2013, 7-9 pm. The exhibit runs until November 8.
Beckwith would love to see Tech alums there.
Read more at From the Email Bag in TechAlum Newsletter.
Michigan Tech has launched a new virtual tour of campus and the local area. The Walker Arts and Humanities Center is included among the virtual walking tours. There are interactive panoramas of McArdle Theatre and the Rozsa Center for Performing Arts as well.
Over the years, the Rozsa Center has become known for the funny, dramatic or thoughtful performances, plays and musicals it puts on during its yearly season and the programming scheduled for its 2013-14 season will be no different.
“I’m always excited about all the seasons, but in particular I’m really excited about this coming season,” Rozsa Center Director Susanna Brent said. “We’re doing a lot of theater that’s close to my heart.”
Read more at the Mining Gazette, by Scott Viau.
During FinnFest 2013, artist Susanne Kilpela will have work displayed at the Gallerie Boheme, 423 Fifth Street in Calumet. The exhibit will include drawings and porcelain sculpture. The artist reception is on Thursday, June 20, 2013, from 7-9 pm.
Kilpela will be co-curating a group exhibition at the Rozsa Gallery. Five Contemporary Finnish-American Artists will exhibit paintings, bronze sculpture, paper and found object assemblages. The gallery reception is on Saturday, June 22, 2013, from 5-7 pm.
Learn more about FinnFest 2013 and the event schedule.
Michigan Tech Employee Service Recognition Event
On May 15, faculty and staff members, along with their guests, gathered at the Memorial Union Ballroom for an awards dinner recognizing 25, 30, 35, and 40 years of service to Michigan Tech.
Associate Professor of Theatre Debra Bruch was recognized for 25 years of service.
Emeritus Professor of Art Mary Ann Beckwith was recognized for 40 years of service.
Read more at Tech Today.
BEST IN SHOW
MTU President’s Award
“Dance of the Incubus #3” by Greg Green
FIRST PLACE 2D
MTU Provost’s Award
“Treasure of Youthful Virtues” by Brady R. Nelson
FIRST PLACE 3D
MTU Dean’s Award
“Wired” by David Masten
COMMUNITY CHOICE AWARD
“Good Citizens” by Ray Lahikainen
SECOND PLACE 2D
“Centennial No. 3 Shafthouse Stairs” by Peter V. Jablokow
SECOND PLACE 3D
“A Way of Being” by Sue Stephens
HONORABLE MENTION
“Manzanita Vessel” by Bill Wiard
“Quill” by Pam J. Beal
“Tamarack Bog, Autumn” by Eric Munch
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The Rozsa Center is pleased to announce the opening of the 2013 Great Lakes Showcase: An Annual Juried Exhibition of Fine Arts and Crafts, sponsored by Michigan Tech’s Department of Visual and Performing Arts. The public is invited to a reception for the artists on Tuesday, March 5, 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
According to Susie Kilpela, artist and longtime faculty member of the VPA, “I am happy to be involved in the GLS, a celebrated art exhibit at Michigan Tech.”
According to showcase coordinator Sarah Fayen Scarlett, “The Peoples’ Choice award gives visitors a chance to choose their favorite. Come in and vote for the piece you like best!”
Read more at Tech Today, by the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts.