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The Splendor of Islamic Art, works by Hajra Meeks

May 14 - July 31, 2009
Kolligian East Floor 4

The informative descriptions and facsimilies accompanying The Splendor of Islamic Art provide the historical context for this uniquely modern exhibit.  Original works include mixed-media collage, figurative and abstract watercolors, and calligraphy.  

According to the artist, "every culture has invaluable depth, beauty, and history to share with other peoples.  My work for this exhibit consists of modern expressions of the classic forms and techniques that made Islamic art magnificent during its Golden Age as well as some explanations of famous, historic examples and techniques. Through it, I hope viewers will gain an appreciation of what Muslim cultures have to offer."

—Hajra Meeks

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The Fairy Shrimp Chronicles

May 16 - August 31, 2009
Kolligian East Floor 4                                                 

Researched and written by eleven members of UC Merced's founding class, The Fairy Shrimp Chronicles documents the history of the founding of the newest UC campus.  The project's advisor, founding faculty member Gregg Herken, drew inspiration from Solomon's House, a volume about the founding of UC Santa Cruz he helped produce as one of UCSC's founding students.  The exhibit includes both volumes, planning documents, maps and photographs from both campuses and a brief timeline of the development of UCM from 1988 to 1999. 

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From the Archives: The Golden Shovel

May 16 - August 31, 2009
Kolligian East Floor 4

The Golden Shovel has witnessed the groundbreaking of nearly every building on campus beginning with the initial inauguration and groundbreaking on October 25, 2002, the Kolligian Library and the Classroom and Office Building in 2003, the Science and Engineering building and the Gallo Recreation Center in 2005 and, most recently, the Social Science and Management building in 2008.  Making a rare appearace from the archives, the Golden Shovel is on view with several photographs from various groundbreaking ceremonies. epsn0020.2.jpg


 

 

 

 

 

 

   

Do You Remember?

April 18 - July 31, 2009
Kolligian East Floor 1

juan_007.jpgDo You Remember is an exhibit showcasing the legacy that the Pioneer Class at UC Merced has left since the students arrived in early September 2005. The pieces are organized like a time-capsule to show how much the students have grown in their four years at the university. Emphasis has been placed on the very first Housing Move-In Day and the Opening Convocation, events in which the entire Pioneer Class participated. As these students look toward Commencement, such milestone events have been stepping stones to creating this new university of the 21st century. 

Exhibit curated by founding student, Juan Flores.

 

Long Term - Permanent

The Great Central Valley

Kolligian East Floor 2 (Library Administrative Offices), Floor 3
The Great Central Valley

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
Gonella Discovery Room

 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

Environmental Mural

Students enrolled in the spring semester 2008 Arts 71 class taught by Karen LeCocq collaborated to create a mural that addresses concerns over the natural environment. In a truly collective project, the students were encouraged to share their ideas through brainstorming sessions 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 the representaiton of UC Merced's own Roland Winston, School of Engineering, surrounded by alternative energy sources from the sun and the wind, concluding with the remergence of lush plant and animal life.

 



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