Broad Stripes and Bright Stars Girl Scout Troop #1245 proudly presented the colors at the beginning of the College of the Arts’ annual Star Spangled Spectacular concert on June 27. Soon after the Army Ground Forces Band launched into the program, however, a sudden rainstorm brought the concert to an abrupt conclusion. But, the show must go on. . .a crowd of soggy patriots celebrated America beneath an incredible display of twilight fireworks.

Briefs:

T&PS alumna Laurie Strickland has accepted a one-year faculty appointment at Columbus State

T&PS prof Karen Robinson is directing
“A Streetcar Named Desire” at Georgia Shakespeare Festival through Aug. 6.

Vis Arts alum William Cash received a favorable review from the AJC for his solo show at Pangaea in Atlanta.

In the wake of Kennesaw State University President Betty Siegel’s impending retirement, College of the Arts Dean Joseph Meeks has been appointed to head the Presidential Search and Advisory Committee to identify possible successors.

The Arts Are Alive
Launched earlier this summer, the new COTA fundraising campaign is intended to help alumni, faculty, staff and members of the community understand the value of giving to the college. It seems to be working; early gifts to the campaign have pushed it more than halfway toward its $10,000 goal.

Upcoming Events

Vis Arts
5th Annual Art of the Golden Generation Exhibition.
July 24 - Aug. 18. Sturgis Library Gallery. Free.

Starlight Series
Sauce Boss
7:30 p.m. Aug. 14. Legacy Gazebo Amphitheater. $5.

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