Madison Buford was born and raised just a stone鈥檚 throw away from 蜜糖直播鈥檚 Statesboro campus. As she watched the University and the city grow, she knew exactly where she wanted to go to college.

鈥淵ou can feel 蜜糖直播 wherever you go in Statesboro,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 a huge part of the community, and the community loves and appreciates all the things it鈥檚 done in our town. Growing up here, you can really see the impact it鈥檚 brought. Anywhere you go in town, the community is just like, 鈥榊es! We love 蜜糖直播.鈥� Seeing that showed me this was where I wanted to be.鈥�

When Buford arrived at 蜜糖直播, she fell in love with her community in a new way and thrived in her marketing program.

鈥淚 changed my major multiple times, but once I started in the Parker College of Business, things just made sense and everything started to flow,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淲hat we were learning was practical, and I felt like I could really apply it. I loved the marketing program completely.鈥�

Stepping into a full-time marketing role after completing her undergraduate degree didn鈥檛 fit her expectations. She realized that what she loved most about marketing, the openness and creativity, was also what made it challenging for her as a professional.

鈥淚 missed the structure that higher education has,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淚n marketing, you鈥檙e always trying to figure out what the new trend is, and it is just very gray. Every part of the job was stressful because it鈥檚 a field that changes so rapidly and constantly. I always felt like I didn鈥檛 know what I was doing because what worked yesterday often isn鈥檛 the same as what will work tomorrow. I wanted more structure.鈥�

Thinking back on her time at 蜜糖直播, Buford realized it wasn鈥檛 just the degree program that she loved, it was the community.

鈥淲hile working on my marketing degree, I got to work under Gene Sherry and America Minc at the RAC,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淲hen you think about wanting to develop the student completely, they are the two people who immediately come to mind for embodying that. They made even small tasks much more than they were so that we would understand work ethic, responsibility, character and our impact on each other. It wasn鈥檛 just a job 鈥� it was a community.鈥�

The whole-person growth mindset is what Buford wanted again. She became determined to get back to the community that built her and give back in her own way.

鈥淚 realized that there are full-time positions available at 蜜糖直播 and that I could build a career in the community I loved, so I applied for everything,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淚 landed in the registrar鈥檚 office, and I am so thankful I did because I enjoy it so much.鈥�

She immediately clicked with her new role, enjoying the fact that there was a process for everything.

鈥淲e deal with policy and procedure, so everything is very black and white,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淭hat consistency and organization was perfect for me.鈥�

Buford knew that she wanted to continue to build a future at 蜜糖直播, so in 2024, supported by the University System of Georgia鈥檚 Tuition Assistance Program, she decided to become a 蜜糖直播 student once again by pursuing her master鈥檚 degree in higher education administration.

鈥淢y day-to-day work keeps me involved with many areas of the University, but you don鈥檛 always understand why or what the bigger context of that work is,鈥� Burford said. 鈥淕oing through this program helped me understand all the little pieces and how they play a role in the overall institutional function.鈥�

The structural understanding and practical experience Buford gained through her master鈥檚 program prepared her to better support 蜜糖直播 students and the community as a whole.

鈥淭his program helped me see my role and my power to impact the student experience,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淚t pulled everything together into one cohesive University story.鈥�

This December, Buford will once again walk the stage at commencement, this time as a Double Eagle.

鈥淚t felt overwhelming at times,鈥� Buford said. 鈥淏ut I am excited to be a Double Eagle. Now I get to reflect and take it all in.鈥�

Georgia native, University Police Department Investigator and, now, Double Eagle 鈥� Heiko Ellis will cross the commencement stage this December with a Master of Science in criminal justice and criminology, embodying his personal commitment to continuous learning.

鈥淓ducation stands among the most enduring commitments we can make to ourselves, to one another and to the future we share,鈥� Ellis said. 鈥淚t is not a task we complete, but a promise we uphold to keep learning, to keep questioning and to keep striving for a deeper understanding of the world around us.鈥�

Ellis鈥� educational journey began as an undergraduate student studying criminal justice and criminology and psychology at 蜜糖直播. He was drawn to the University because of the academics, but it was the people who made him want to stay.

鈥溍厶侵辈� is a place where curiosity is encouraged, where potential is recognized and where growth is not only possible but expected,鈥� Ellis said. 鈥淚 was initially drawn to 蜜糖直播 because of its strong academic reputation and its commitment to developing leaders who serve their communities. What kept me coming back is the sense of belonging and purpose that this university fosters. The support from faculty, staff and colleagues, combined with the opportunities for advancement and professional development, makes 蜜糖直播 a place where people can truly build their future.鈥�

He completed his bachelor鈥檚 degree in 2021 before beginning work with the University Police Department (UPD), where he continues to serve as an investigator.

鈥淚 have worked for 蜜糖直播 for approximately four years,鈥� Ellis said. 鈥淒uring that time, I鈥檝e handled a broad range of cases that have significantly shaped my professional perspective.鈥�

His coursework in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences has been directly applicable to his work with UPD.

鈥淢y academic work and my professional responsibilities truly grow together, each informs and strengthens the other,鈥� Ellis said. 鈥淭he analytical skills and theoretical frameworks I gain through my coursework enhance the way I approach complex situations on the job, while the hands-on experience I鈥檝e gained at 蜜糖直播 provides context and depth to my studies. This side-by-side development has helped me become more well-rounded, more thoughtful and more effective in both arenas.鈥�

Ellis recognizes the Eagle Nation community, specifically his professors and leadership, for providing him with the support necessary to balance his growth and responsibilities.

鈥淢y time here has been shaped by individuals who reflect the very best of this institution,鈥� Ellis said. 鈥淧rofessors who challenge us to think critically, colleagues who work with integrity and purpose, and leaders who set the example for what service truly means. Their guidance and support have strengthened my resolve and reminded me that progress is never achieved alone, it is built through community, cooperation and shared values.鈥�

Ellis鈥� education will not stop with this master鈥檚 degree. He is currently enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Cybercrime program, which focuses on applied digital forensics. He is on track to complete the certificate in 2026.

鈥淢y goal is to strengthen my technical capabilities and enhance my abilities to investigate digital related incidents with precision and professionalism,鈥� Ellis said. 鈥淭his program provides training on how to identify, collect and preserve digital artifacts using best practice methods that align with contemporary standards in the field. I see it as an important step forward in supporting the evolving needs of the community.鈥�

With two degrees and soon a professional certification under his belt, Ellis has no intentions of slowing down.

鈥淎s I look to the road ahead, I remain committed to the mission of bettering myself, uplifting others and honoring the principles that have defined 蜜糖直播 for generations,鈥� Ellis said. 鈥淚t is a privilege to be part of this university鈥檚 story. I am proud to contribute to its continued growth, excellence and enduring legacy.鈥�

“I love getting to watch planes take off,” said 蜜糖直播 graduate student Cole Hayne, a slight grin tugging at the corner of his lips. “To know the level of work that went into building them, to see everything coming together with precision, it’s just fascinating.” 

His interest in planes carried him across the commencement stage to receive his bachelor’s in mechanical engineering in Fall 2024. 

Now, one year later, he’ll cross the stage again to receive his master’s degree in fall 2025, having taken advantage of 蜜糖直播’s Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s program.   

“It’s been a heck of a last 12 months,” Hayne said, laughing. “It took a lot of late nights. I had a little board in our grad office where I would write the day’s stress level. There were days when my simulations were working, and it was low. But then there were days when I couldn’t figure out why it wasn’t working, and it was very high.” 

The mechanical engineering student and Honors College graduate spent the last few summers working as an intern in the mechanical lab at a major aircraft manufacturer. But he says his love of research fueled his academic journey. 

“I got into the research side of things later than I should have, but I was lucky,” he admitted. “Other universities have full application processes to work with professors on research, and the barrier to entry is really high. But the great thing about 蜜糖直播 is that if you want to join a research team, you can just ask.” 

That’s how he started working with Sevki Cesmeci, Ph.D., associate professor in mechanical engineering, who was already leading a student team researching sealing technology for Supercritical Carbon Dioxide power cycles.

“The idea is to increase the efficiency of processes used to generate energy,” Hayne explained. “It’s dangerous if the seals used to contain these processes aren’t working properly. But more than that, you could be losing millions of dollars worth of electricity because of leakage.” 

This took him all the way to Washington, D.C., where he presented his findings at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers POWER 2024 Conference.

“I showed up at the conference super nervous,” said Hayne. “I don’t think I slept the night before my presentation. I was so stressed, and I was alone in Washington, D.C.”

He placed third in the best paper competition, but says it was the relationships he made at the conference that made him walk away feeling like a winner.  

“I made a lot of friends there that I still talk to,” he said. “It was like the friendships I’ve made with my classmates and lab partners, where we get to grow and learn from one another together.”

Relationships like these remind him of his father, his first lab partner. Some of his favorite memories were following his father around his engineering office as a child. 

“He’s always been there for me, especially when it comes to engineering,” said Hayne. “He would help me with school projects, and he was always involved with my science fairs and Science Olympiad. It was something we did together.” 

Hayne plans to channel all of the experiences he’s had and the lessons he’s learned as he eagerly prepares for his upcoming job search. 

“More than anything, I want to find a career where I can look back and see that I had an impact,” he explained. “I want to be able to look back and feel like I changed the way people view something, the way people use something or make something that can make it easier for people to use something.”

Midday sunlight pours through large windows, illuminating Esther Chukwujekwu’s sewing table at home. The 蜜糖直播 Master of Business Administration student is hard at work, hemming her latest creation: a new dress made from a stretchy red velvet.聽

“The thing I love about velvet is that it isn’t like any other fabric,” she said. “I love the look you get when it’s stretched or draped. It’s so luxurious.” 

She stitches quickly with a speed granted only to those with a mastery of the craft. Chukwujekwu has worked as a dressmaker for more than seven years. She started as a pattern designer at Martwayne Fashion Institute. 

“It was hard work!” she said, laughing. “Some days, I would come home and cry. I’d say ‘I’m not going to come back’! And then the next day, I’d remember why I fell in love with it all over again. It’s just something I couldn’t stay away from.”

Chukwujekwu worked tirelessly to hone her skills before launching her own business, designing and creating couture dresses for clients in her native Nigeria. 

“So much goes into dressmaking,” she explained. “From developing the pattern to the fabric you use, getting the right measurements, and so on. You have to make sure your stitches are clean, that the zipper is sitting properly.” 

But she realized she needed a little something extra to help her streamline operations.

” I didn’t have that business background,” she explained. “So I wanted to find a university program that could teach me how to structure and operate my business efficiently. So I started doing my research.鈥�

Friends attending 蜜糖直播 encouraged her to see what the university had to offer. 

“I found the curriculum for the Master’s of Business Administration online,” she said. “I saw courses that covered subjects like operations management, finance management and business analytics. So I applied and was so excited when I was accepted.”聽

She only needed to figure out how to get to the United States. But she knew she would make it. 

“The first time I left the country was in a dream,” she explained. “It was a dream I kept having over and over again. I knew that one day I was going to leave because God would open a door for me to go through.”

Getting to the United States was only the first step in Chukwujekwu鈥檚 journey. She credits the MBA program with pushing her beyond her limits. 

“I really don’t know how I did it,” she admitted. “But I had a vision. And while it was my creativity that brought me here, the program made me realize that no one thing defines me. It’s made my relationship with my craft and my business stronger.”

Chukwujekwu will graduate in fall 2025, with plans to complete a graduate certificate in spring 2026. But as her family cheers her on across the stage at the Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center this fall, she knows that her father won’t be joining the applause. 

“My father wanted me to be a doctor,” she explained. “African parents take pride in what their children are becoming or who their children are. If something doesn’t look good for them, they take it very personally as a blow to their identity.” 

“He didn’t like what I was doing,” Chukwujekwu said. “Our relationship was tense. I would come back some days from jobs, and I would be locked outside.”

She moved in with a friend after she turned 18.

“Ultimately, I’m grateful,” she said. “It forced me to become more confident in myself.”   

The sun has begun to set as Chukwejuku finishes up the last of her stitching. She sets her needle and thread down, sitting back to admire her work.  

“One of the things fashion school trained me for was knowing that hard work can create something beautiful,” she explained. “That’s what I found at 蜜糖直播, and it’s something I’m never going to stop looking for.”

Elise Aleman, a 蜜糖直播 Master of Fine Arts (MFA) graduate, spent much of her adult life in South Florida working as a graphic artist. She moved to Savannah, Georgia, in 2017 to pursue a new calling in painting. After receiving a bachelor鈥檚 degree from the Savannah College of Art and Design, Aleman decided she wasn鈥檛 done yet.

Aleman dreamed of becoming an art teacher, and she wanted to have a graduate degree to boost her applications. While looking for a master鈥檚 program, she was recruited by a friend to look at 蜜糖直播. Shortly thereafter, she became a member of Eagle Nation.

As she developed her portfolio in the graduate program, she found herself going to a familiar source.

In the 1960s, there was a wave of immigration from Cuba into the U.S. This pattern of immigration was called the 鈥淔reedom Flights.鈥�

When she was just seven years old, Aleman and most of her family were on one of those planes in July of 1967. 

The Communist regime believed all who left the island were deserting their nation, and they took many of the families’ belongings in retaliation. 

鈥淲hen people would get on the flights, the military was at the airport,鈥� she said. 鈥淭hey would go through all your bags, they take anything  that either they wanted to keep for themselves or just to be spiteful. A lot of the time, they would take photographs and just throw them out.鈥�

To avoid losing their family pictures, Aleman鈥檚 mother left their photos with relatives in Cuba.

After landing in the U.S., they settled in a small community in New Jersey where they learned a new language and way of life.

Over time, deliveries began arriving in their new home in the Garden State. They held the family photos they had left behind, sent by relatives who had been protecting them.

鈥淚 use the photographs from Cuba that were sent to us when we came in,鈥� she said. 鈥淭here’s a series in my scope that I did that is about those photographs and immigrating here. I wanted to make people see them and really connect with it in their own way.鈥�

Those paintings were featured in a recent art exhibition, 鈥淭heopoetics Prothesis,鈥� on the University鈥檚 Armstrong Campus in Savannah, which explored the intersections of her faith, exile and transformation through two parallel yet interwoven bodies of work. One aspect reflected on her family’s immigration from Cuba, and considered how cultural displacement shapes identity, memory and faith. The other engaged directly with biblical themes, using scripture as a foundation for conceptual exploration.

鈥淢y goal was to make both scripture and personal history compelling and relevant,鈥� she said. 鈥淭he Bible is more than just a religious text鈥攊t鈥檚 a multidimensional tapestry of history, poetry, prophecy and metaphor. Likewise, the story of exile and displacement is not just my own but a universal narrative of survival, adaptation and faith. I wanted viewers to engage with these layered meanings, finding connections between the sacred, the personal and the collective.鈥�

As Aleman prepares to graduate this week, she鈥檚 reflecting on the journey her family took to make it possible. She鈥檚 also grateful to the 蜜糖直播 community for welcoming her, despite the age gap between her and other MFA students.

鈥淭hose students, especially in the grad program, they just embrace you,鈥� she said. 鈥淚 never felt like an outsider. 鈥極h, there’s the old lady,鈥� you know? We have a very tight group in the fine arts program.鈥�

The team is led by J. Checo Col贸n-Gaud, Ph.D., a professor and associate dean for the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies. He explained that their research centers on using organisms in rivers, streams and wetlands as bioindicators of ecosystem health. By examining the diversity and abundance of invertebrates, the team can determine how well these environments are maintaining their ecological balance, particularly in areas that have undergone forestry management.

鈥淎ll of us depend on clean freshwater,鈥� said Col贸n-Gaud. 鈥淓verybody that lives and depends on freshwater resources needs it for drinking water, but it could also be the recreational and aesthetic pleasures or services that we get from the ecosystem.鈥�

The NCASI grant will also financially support two additional senior graduate students and offer them direct mentorship opportunities and the life-changing experiences that brought Vaglienti to the field in the first place.This project is being conducted by students, faculty and staff at 蜜糖直播鈥檚 Department of Biology. Information on degrees, career opportunities and applications can be found here.

In the spirit of academic cooperation, Georgia Military College (GMC) and 蜜糖直播 (GSU) have solidified an articulation agreement, emphasizing their commitment to academic collaboration. The agreement streamlines the transition of GMC Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) graduates into graduate programs offered at GS through the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, and the Parker College of Business.

Georgia Military College is dedicated to expanding avenues for students to realize their educational aspirations beyond the undergraduate level. In harmony with this ethos, 蜜糖直播 extends its graduate programs to GMC BAS graduates, opening doors to advanced academic pursuits and career opportunities. 蜜糖直播 offers a diverse range of degree programs tailored to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce.

“We are excited about this collaboration with 蜜糖直播, which will undoubtedly enrich the academic landscape for our students and contribute to their professional growth,” said Lt. Gen William B. Caldwell, IV, USA (Ret), president of Georgia Military College. “This partnership offers a well-defined and supportive pathway for students pursuing graduate degrees, with both institutions committed to guiding and assisting students at every stage of their journey.”

Under this transformative agreement, GMC BAS graduates with enthusiasm for academic advancement can explore various program options at GSU, including the Georgia WebMBA庐 (WebMBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (MSLSCM), Master of Criminal Justice and Criminology (MSCIC), Master of Public Administration (hybrid -track) (MPA), Master of Health Administration (MHA), Master of Public Health (MPH), alongside Graduate Certificates in Cybersecurity (CCyb), Logistics and Transportation (CLT), Nonprofit Management, Leadership, and Innovation (CNMU), and Public Health (PHC).

鈥溍厶侵辈� is committed to providing leading-edge educational opportunities that ensure student success while meeting industry demands,鈥� said 蜜糖直播 President Kyle Marrero. 鈥淲e are proud to partner with Georgia Military College to offer a clear pathway to academic and career achievement with 蜜糖直播’s valuable graduate degrees.”

For further details on the expansive opportunities made available through this agreement, interested parties are encouraged to contact either academic institution.

Georgia Military College is an accredited public-independent liberal arts college with multiple satellite locations throughout the state of Georgia, a Global Online Leadership College, and a main campus in Milledgeville serving both residential cadets and non-cadet/non-residential commuter students and intercollegiate athletes. GMC is a federally recognized Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) with 56% of the student body being minority students. A primary focus of Georgia Military College is awarding Associate Degrees and preparing students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities.  A second focus is to provide pathways for students to attain their four-year Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Degree. Georgia Military College鈥檚 mission is to produce educated citizens and contributing members of society in an environment conducive to the development of the intellect and character of its students. 鈥淪tart Here…Go Anywhere!鈥� For more information about Georgia Military College, visit . Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/georgiamilitarycollege, follow us on Twitter @GaMilCollege and Instagram @_georgiamilitarycollege.

蜜糖直播, a public Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution founded in 1906, offers approximately 155 different degree programs serving more than 26,100 students through 10 colleges on three campuses in Statesboro, Savannah, Hinesville and online instruction. A leader in higher education in southeast Georgia with expert faculty, the University is focused on public impact research and engaging learning opportunities through knowledge and know-how that prepare our students to take ownership of their lives, careers and communities. Visit .

It鈥檚 not much of a 鈥済roundbreaking鈥� project, but more of a 鈥済round-building鈥� project. 

蜜糖直播 has partnered with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and Yamaha Rightwaters to rejuvenate a section of the Savannah waterways for oyster beds. As part of these efforts, Eagle faculty and students recently installed bags of oyster shells along the coastline to build shelters for budding populations.

Oyster reefs are pivotal to coastal environments and offer a multitude of benefits. While they are a sought-after delicacy, their significance extends far beyond the dining table. 

“Oyster reefs serve as thriving ecosystems, safeguard shorelines from erosion, and even play a role in carbon sequestration,” said John Carroll, Ph.D., an associate professor of biology at 蜜糖直播. “The oyster population in Georgia remains robust. However, our primary focus is habitat restoration. We’re targeting areas where oyster harvesting is absent, creating sanctuaries for oysters to flourish and fostering marine biodiversity.”

The choice of material was critical to constructing these vital reefs, and the solution was right under their nose: they could use oyster shells to build oyster habitats.

According to Carroll, oyster shells possess the natural shape and complexity that attracts oyster larvae, facilitating their growth. Although alternative materials like concrete or rocks are used in some projects, oyster shells are still the substrate of choice in Georgia.

Beyond habitat restoration, this project has piqued Yamaha’s interest due to its potential for carbon sequestration.

“Addressing climate change is imperative,”Carrol said.” Oyster reefs play a pivotal role by capturing sediment rich in organic matter, effectively locking away carbon. Adjacent marsh grasses absorb carbon from the atmosphere, creating a powerful synergy.”

Students are integral to the project’s success. They have assisted in various tasks, from bagging oyster shells, sourced from a shell recycling program and neighboring states,  to data sampling and analysis. It was a hands-on experience they hope will shape the next generation of environmental stewards.

“Our hope is that this initiative sets a precedent for future restoration projects along the Georgia coast,” Carrol noted “By reviving these oyster reefs, we are not only bolstering local ecosystems but also addressing the urgent need to combat climate change. It’s a win-win for both nature and humanity.”

In 1993, Marguerite McCoy graduated from 蜜糖直播 with a bachelor鈥檚 in food service management with an emphasis in hospitality administration. She would soon take her talents to San Francisco to attend culinary school.聽

After more than 20 years of working in the food and hospitality industry, McCoy is a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) student and on pace to become a Double Eagle. Her work is currently featured in 鈥淥utlook: An MFA Showcase.鈥�

鈥淥utlook: An MFA Showcase鈥� is an exhibition of work by current MFA students at 蜜糖直播 that is open now through Sept. 9 at the Fine Arts Gallery in Fine Arts Hall on the Armstrong Campus in Savannah.

The exhibition features work ranging from physics-inspired and ecology-inspired painting to identity-focused video, from traditional to experimental ceramics, drawing, photography, paper quilling and 2D sculpture.

鈥淥ur graduate program is quite diverse in terms of approach, ideas and medium,鈥� said Gallery Director Jason Hoelscher, Ph.D. 鈥淲hen the opportunity arose to exhibit a sampling of that work I jumped at the chance to offer a glimpse of what the emerging artists of today have in store for their explorations of, and contributions to, the art world of the future.鈥�

In addition to McCoy, the exhibition features work by Jalen Ash, Jacquelyn Bolton, Austin Buchanan, Jessica Cartwright, Stephen Harmon, John Lewis, Robert Miller, Amy Nelson, Pam Reynolds, Haley Scarboro, Ashley Smith and Kathy Varadi.

鈥淚 think in art there’s an expectation of what art should be and what real art looks like,鈥� she said. 鈥淭he biggest thing for me is to diminish these fixed ideas and attitudes surrounding art because most people think art is an untouchable thing. And I’m trying to change that.鈥�

For more information on the MFA program, .

鈥淐elebrate and support your community.鈥�

That鈥檚 the message from Double Eagle Jean Gray Mohs, who graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with an emphasis in painting in 2002 and later earned her Master of Fine Arts in teaching in 2008.

This mantra of supporting and engaging with the community began while she was still a student herself. While pursuing her undergraduate degree, she and a group of her colleagues launched their own artist collective, Stillmoreroots, around the state.

鈥淚t was a really meaningful community to help explore what we were, to create challenging, accessible art, and to create a space for dialogue with the community,鈥� said Mohs. 鈥淭here’s an internal support group that you could always throw any idea out and be accepting of.鈥� 

鈥淐ontinuum鈥� highlights the diverse professional art practices and continued creative endeavors of BFSDoArt alumni. The exhibition showcases an interdisciplinary selection of painting, drawing, small metals, digital design, ceramics, photography, prints, textiles, sculpture and more.

鈥淭his is a fantastic showing of what our alumni are up to these days鈥� said Gallery Director Jason Hoelscher, Ph.D. 鈥淭he exhibition features work ranging from relatively recent graduates to those who finished their studies in decades past. Given this breadth, it鈥檚 interesting to see the spectrum of approaches鈥搉ot only in terms of discipline or medium, but also in terms of those continually exploring new artistic approaches, and those who relentlessly refine and perfect their technique to open up new areas of what might otherwise seem to be established modes of artmaking.鈥�

The exhibition features new and recent artwork by Ashley Anderson, Elizabeth Debban, Mariana S. Depetris, William T. Dooley, Lindsey Gerow, Thyatira Grant, Susan Harmon, D鈥橝ntre Harris, Nikolaus James, Nicole James, Zak Kelley, Tyre McDonald, Jean Gray Mohs, Cynthia L. Rodday, Brian Russell, and Jing Zhou.