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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 Screen “Women Laughing,” Celebrating 100 Years of Women Cartoonists at The New Yorker

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Join MassArt for a free screening of Women Laughing on October 26, followed by a conversation with Liza Donnelly, Amy Hwang, Lisa Kennedy, and President Mary K. Grant.
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President’s Newsletter: September 2026

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President Mary Grant reflects on Constitution Day at MassArt and highlights moments of connection across campus.
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President Grant on The Culture Show: September 17, 2026

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President Grant joined The Culture Show with Jared Bowen to discuss commemorating Constitution Day and fostering civic engagement, as well as the upcoming MassArt Night Market.
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MassArt Student Cass Kansky Named 2026 Newman Civic Fellow

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MassArt senior Cass Kansky is named among Campus Compact's 2026 Newman Civic Fellows, recognizing their work supporting community health, equity, and access.
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President’s Newsletter: August 2026

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President Mary Grant welcomes the MassArt community back to campus and looks ahead to a new year of creativity and connection.
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Welcome, MassArt’s Incoming Class

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MassArt welcomes 454 new students to campus this fall, bringing new perspectives, experiences, and creative energy to our community.
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President Grant on The Culture Show: August 19, 2026

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President Grant returns to GBH’s The Culture Show, exploring the impact of a new exhibition at the Norman Rockwell Museum and research on the calming effects of drawing.
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MassArt Night Market Returns to Downtown Crossing with Local Art, Live Demonstrations, and Creative Entrepreneurs

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The 2026 MassArt Night Market invites the public to discover original artwork, meet local makers, and experience the energy of Boston's creative community.
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President Grant on GBH’s The Culture Show: Smithsonian Museum, crafting on the rise, and summer reading picks

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President Grant joined host Jared Bowen for her monthly appearance on GBH's "The Culture Show."
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Massachusetts College of Art and Design Welcomes Valentine Talland to Board of Trustees

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design announces the appointment of Valentine Talland to its Board of Trustees.
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President Grant on the Culture Show: Reflections on Commencement Season

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President Grant joins Jared Bowen to reflect on a commencement season marked by political controversy, disinvited speakers and debates over what graduates need to hear.
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MassArt Art Museum Presents Solo Exhibitions by Banu Cennetoğlu and Robert Lazzarini

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This fall, MAAM presents solo exhibitions by internationally recognized artists Banu Cennetoğlu and Robert Lazzarini, exploring the ideals, symbols, and institutions that shape contemporary life.
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