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  1. Students and faculty write on white paper covering the tables in Pitzer’s Salathe Gallery.
    College News

    Marvin James: Exploring History and Community as an Activist-Artist

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    3p Bridgette Ramirez

    Marvin James shared with students his practice in contemporary archiving, community-based knowledge, and the scientific method as Pitzer’s 2024–25 activist-artist-in-residence.

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    Organization

    • Pitzer College Art Galleries
    • Community Engagement Center
  2. Sean Fentress and Owen Deutsch stand in Brooklyn's Prospect Park holding the red and white painted planks from the cover of their album "Earthworks.” 
    In the Media

    The Washington Post Profiles Sean Fentress ’17 as a Punk Visionary

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    The Washington Post has featured Pitzer alum Sean Fentress ’17 and bandmate Owen Deutsch’s visionary music as the New York punk duo Straw Man Army.

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  3. Elizabeth Faraci stands to the right of another person in front of The Mandala Project artwork.
    Alumni Achievements

    Artist and Curator Casts Light (and Shade) on Art

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    3p Bridgette Ramirez

    Pitzer alum Elizabeth Faraci ’93 breaks conventions as an artist and art consultant to tell stories, build community, and recreate physical spaces.

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  4. Artwork of charcoal, graphite, and burnt chicharrón on cotton paper.
    Events

    Pitzer College Art Galleries Presents Ceramic Artist Valeria Tizol Vivas

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    As Pitzer’s ceramic artist-in-residence, Valeria Tizol Vivas developed “Aurora” to explore cultural histories through narratives of familial care and resilience. The exhibition is open February 1–April 5, 2025.

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    • Pitzer College Art Galleries
  5. Vincent Valdez crouches in front of a large painting. Valdez is bald and wears glasses, a gray T-shirt and dark pants.
    Events

    Vincent Valdez’s Pepper Lecture Unpacks Thwarted American Dream

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    Ahead of the 2024 election, the multidisciplinary artist discusses the forgotten, ugly truths of America on October 24.

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    Organization

    • Pitzer College Art Galleries
  6. Close-up headshot of Emily Butts, who has long wavy dark hair and stands in front of a green ivy wall.
    College News

    Pitzer College Appoints Emily Butts ’15 as Director of Curatorial Affairs and Pitzer College Art Galleries

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    Pitzer alum Emily Butts '15 brings experience from the Los Angeles art scene and scholarship focusing on modern and contemporary art of the Americas.

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    Organization

    • Pitzer College Art Galleries
  7. Student Achievements

    Licheng She ’25 and Corrine Waters ’26 Receive Curatorial Apprenticeship Awards

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    3p Bridgette Ramirez

    She seeks to combine media studies and social change, while Waters hopes to bridge Black communities and art institutions.

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    Organization

    • Pitzer College Art Galleries
  8. merenda Roberts stands in front of a basket exhibit
    College News

    Native Scholar in Residence Meranda Roberts Discusses Curation and Heritage

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    Organization

    • Community Engagement Center
  9. College News

    Native Scholar in Residence Laurie Steelink Explores Art and Community

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    Organization

    • Community Engagement Center
  10. barber of little rock cast poses with Strom C. Thacker in Benson Auditorium
    Events

    An Oscar-Nominated Film and Discussion Explore the Racial Wealth Gap

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    News Topics

    Organization

    • Racial Justice Initiative
    • Presidential Initiative for Constructive Dialogue