Long Term - Permanent

The Great Central Valley

Kolligian East Floor 2 (Library Administrative Offices), Floor 3

In 1982, photographers Stephen Johnson and Robert Dawson set out to photograph the region where they grew up: the heartland of California. Their photographs, alongside historical images by Carleton Watkins, Dorothea Lange, and others, examine such themes as water, agriculture,oil, and industrialization to depict the historical significance, productivity, and transformation of the region. Originally presented at the California Academy of Sciences, the exhibit is on long-term loan to UC Merced.

Amri Carved Crystal Art

Kolligian East Floors 1, 2, and 4

The UC Merced Library has recognized our Legacy Circle supporters with carved crystal art produced by the award-winning Amri Studio. See images of the Amri crystal in the Library as well as photographs of its installation.

Creating Awareness: UC Merced Students Environmental Mural

Kolligian East Floor 3

Students enrolled in the spring semester 2008 Arts 71 class taught by Karen LeCocq collaborated to create a mural that addresses concernsover the natural environment. In a truly collective project, thestudents were encouraged to share their ideas through brainstormingsessions and research.  The resulting mural, measuring 6 x 18 ft.,follows the degradation of the environment from pollution and overdevelopment. A hopeful message is conveyed through therepresentaiton of UC Merced's own Roland Winston, School of Engineering, surrounded by alternative energy sources from the sun andthe wind, concluding with the remergence of lush plant and animal life.