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Friday, February 5, 2016

Art History Video

Back in September, I was approached to participate in a video that was being created for the Art History department. The video was intended to showcase the strengths of Carleton’s Art History Program. Having never been interviewed for such a video, I was unsure of what to expect. I found the process of discussing... More

Friday, February 5, 2016

February

A new month has started. For me, that means my monthly budget has started over. It means I am one month closer to receiving my coveted grad school decisions. It means we are all closer to having to hand in assignments and write midterms. It means Reading Week is only two weeks away! For... More

Friday, January 29, 2016

Waiting

For me, this is a torturous time of year. Ever since last March, I have been relentlessly devoted to one goal: getting into graduate school. More specifically, getting admitted into a Direct Entry PhD program in Art History. It would be true to say that my single-minded obsession has placed blinders on my eyes,... More

Friday, January 22, 2016

Gallery Visits

This week, I had two opportunities to visit art galleries for my courses. The first visit was to CUAG, during which we received a talk from the artist, Carol Sawyer, herself. Sawyer walked us through the exhibit, and provided enriching insight on her efforts in creating the exhibition, as well as her thought processes... More

Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Friendship in the Program

Although this may seem like an unconventional blog post, I feel it is perhaps the most important one. Many experience university without knowing their classmates, or without ever developing profound relationships with their peers. One of the most remarkable qualities of Carleton’s Art History program is the degree to which it creates a close,... More

Friday, January 15, 2016

Opportunities

Now that a new semester has commenced, it seems as though a flood of opportunities to become involved and engaged has swept through the Art History Department. The Carleton Art History Undergraduate Society (CAHUS) has begun planning its winter event, as well as brainstorming for its potential projects. CAHUS is ALWAYS looking for new... More

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

New York State of Mind

Over Reading Week, I engaged in some exciting grad school preparation: visiting universities. The highlight of this experience was the fact that my top two schools (NYU and Columbia) happen to be in New York City. I am also looking at CUNY. So, naturally, I took one for the team and visited the Big... More

Thursday, October 8, 2015

October Song

I have titled this blog as that of an Amy Winehouse song. The song tells of a bird flying away, reaching a sanctuary, and transforming through this rebirth. I envision this blog as an account of the transformations I will experience, and every student experiences, during a new school year. It is my first... More

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