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Chinese artwork on display |
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Krista M. Hayes |
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Apr 24, 2007 |
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| "A Fairy With Bouquet,” oil painting, by Susan Shih |
The University of Toledo’s Office of Multicultural Student Services and the Chinese Association of Greater Toledo are recognizing Asian-American history with a “Chinese Culture and Art Exhibition” that is on display this month in the Office of Multicultural Student Services Gallery in Student Union Room 2500 on Main Campus.
“May is actually Asian-American Month,” said Tracci Harmon, UT director of multicultural student programming. “April was selected because school is still in session, which allows the opportunity for more people to view the exhibit.”
According to Harmon, the works that are on display are from the various collections of members of the Chinese Association of Greater Toledo and feature paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures and crafts from the Chinese culture.
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| "Rising," acrylic and collage, by Mei Mei Kuo |
The Chinese Association of Greater Toledo (CAGT) was established in 1965 and is a nonprofit organization with a mission of promoting Chinese culture, tradition, language and business in the region. The organization also strives to pass on China’s proud heritage to the local community and provide community support programs to its members as well as other groups in the area.
“We are dedicated to promoting both personal and professional development of our members, creating an avenue for bridging the two greatest countries, China and the United States,” said Dr. Jiquan Chen, CAGT president and UT professor of environmental sciences. “One of the greatest challenges for our group is not only to adapt to the new cultural environment, but also to add the value of our heritage to the local community.”
The art can be viewed Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Monday, April 30.
“The display allows the viewer to experience a glimpse of Chinese culture through the arts,” Harmon said. “There are many interesting pieces of work. Each item has a description of its origin or purpose. Some of the items are also available for purchase.”
For more information on the free, public exhibit, contact Harmon at 419.530.8585 or at tharmon@utnet.utoledo.edu.
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