Art in Public SpaceÌýat CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ

The ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ enjoys a well-earned reputation as one of the most beautiful university campuses in the United States. Located against the dramatic backdrop of the Front Range of the Rockies, the ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ campus provides a stunning stage for its unique architecture and well-designed landscape. The university also benefits from a public art collection that further complements and enhances its history and situation.

Having a public art program that celebrates the creative work of our scholars, our exceptional community and its unique history, location, diversity, challenges and aspirations is one to which this university is deeply committed.

ConveningÌýin early 2020, the Art in Public SpaceÌýCommittee will:

  • Advise the Chancellor on matters concerning public art
  • Develop and propose a vision for university public art that is specific to the ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ
  • Develop and propose a strategy for implementing this vision, acquiring, maintaining, and de-accessioning public art through a practice of inclusive excellence
  • Catalogue existing public art on the CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ campus
  • Develop and propose a long-term funding model for Art in Public SpaceÌýat CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ
  • Solicit input and make recommendations on proposals for new installations
  • Ensure meaningful and extensive collaboration with the university offices responsible when preparing recommendations to the Chancellor (i.e., Campus Master Planning Committee)
  • Work with colleagues in Infrastructure and Sustainability and Integrity, Safety and Compliance to ensure that proper installation, maintenance, safety concerns and ADA regulations are addressed and considered.
  • Develop procedures for submission and review by the committee and invited panelists
  • Engage campus units and communities impacted by and invested in specific public art proposals.
  • Create a campus community feedback mechanism to ensure the diverse voices of students, faculty and staff can inform evaluations and decisions.

Public Art Resources

  • Campus Use of University Facilities Policy – This policy is adopted pursuant to , which directs the Chancellor to adopt regulations and procedures governing the use of grounds, buildings, and facilities for the campuses.
  • University of Colorado Art Museum – The University of Colorado Art Museum provides a forum for exchanging ideas, inspiring collaboration and fueling imagination through art.
  • Facilities Management – Facilities Management is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge.

Related News

Feb. 20, 2020:ÌýArt in Public Space Committee, CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ History Project get underway

Jan 17, 2020:ÌýCampus introduces new history project and standing art committee

Committee Membership

  • Dyonne Bergeron,ÌýAssistant Vice Chancellor for Inclusion and Student Achievement
  • Sandra Firmin,ÌýCU Art Museum Director
  • Patrick Greaney,ÌýProfessor of German and Humanities, Chair of Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures
  • Donna Mejia,ÌýAssociate Professor of Dance,ÌýTheatre and Dance
  • Karen Ramirez,ÌýTeaching Professor, CU Dialogues Program Director, CU Engage, School of Education, MASP Assistant Director
  • Yumi Roth, co-chair,ÌýAssociate Professor of Sculpture, Art & Art HistoryÌý
  • Ann Schmiesing, Executive Sponsor,ÌýExecutive Vice Provost for Academic Resource Management,ÌýProfessor ofÌýGerman
  • Michael Theodore,ÌýAssociate Professor of Composition, Music
  • Mike Womack, co-chair,ÌýAssociate Professor of Painting and Drawing, Art & Art History

Undergraduate Representative and Graduate Representative (TBD; nominees are beingÌýcontacted)

Resources

  • Jon Leslie,ÌýSenior Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Communications Officer, Strategic Relations and Communications
  • Richelle Reilly,ÌýCampus Landscape Architect
  • Catherine Shea,ÌýChief of Staff, Office of the Chancellor