February 4, 2009

Jumping on the Band Wagon?

Posted by gp8nn on February 4, 2009 in Uncategorized

With the recent Brandeis incident, may other institutions follow suit?
This summer, the University of Iowa experienced a horrible flood that devastated the campus. In efforts to recover from the failing economy and recover from the damages sustained by the university, the a member from the Board of Regents “Michael Gartner asked for […]

“The show must go on…”

Posted by Lindsey Lowe on February 4, 2009 in Uncategorized

Sunday’s Flair section of the Richmond Times Dispatch showcased a front page worthy article on the impact local arts organizations are currently faced with.  This article noted the struggles and budget cuts Richmond non-profits are working through as well as the creative strategies they are coming up with to keep the arts viable and strong […]

Art as Assets?

Posted by amy szerlong on February 4, 2009 in Uncategorized

          Due to the overwhelming response from the art world regarding Brandeis University’s recent decision to sell pieces of their art collection and close the Rose Museum, a central issue today is, is artwork an asset? Moreover will the auctioning off of such highly valued pieces benefit the university in the long-run […]

Kennedy Center offers therapy to Arts organizations across the country…

Posted by Anne Kaehny on February 4, 2009 in Uncategorized

Executives at the Kennedy Center have started a program focused around provided free confidential advice to struggling non-profit art organizations.  The “Arts in Crisis: A Kennedy Center Initiative” will provide any budgeting, marketing or fundraising information that they can to help other organizations during the current economic crisis. 
 
Michael Kaiser stated, “‘these are times of […]