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President Grant Discusses Arts and Civic Life

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In a wide ranging discussion with Jared Bowen of GBH’s The Culture Show, President Mary Grant reflects on the the transformative impact of the arts on civic life.

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MassArt to Celebrate Visionaries in Art, Design, and Civic Life at 2026 Commencement

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MassArt President Mary K. Grant to Receive Honorary Degree in MCLA 127th Commencement Exercises 

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design receives the 2026 Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement, recognizing its extraordinary commitment to civic partnerships and advancing the public good.
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