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AND PERFORMANCE STUDIES Special Topic: The The Art of Resilience Gestalt Congratulations Xavierites! Departmental Meeting Fall 2020 Photo courtesy of Dr. Ross Louis, Professor of Performance Studies, Karton Hill ‘20 Art Major Gabrielle Tolliver ‘20 Art Major Co-Director of Performance Studies Laboratory Antwamesha Jenkins Senior Art Major ‘20 Barriane Franks ‘21 Art Major (Completed Studies December ‘20) Jana Morgan ‘21 Performance Studies Major (Completed Studies, December ’20) “PASS IT ON”... Karlton Hill ‘20 Gabrielle Tolliver ‘20 The Department of Art The Art Village John T. Scott Sculpture Garden 3520 Pine Street Business Mailing Address Xavier University of Louisiana 1 Drexel Drive New Orleans, LA 70125 Phone: 504-520-7556 Fax: 504-520-7949 Stay connected @ArtXULA: www.xula.edu/art Social Media Sites: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter Barriane Franks ‘21

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 2 Xavierites Receive Early Assurances for Medical School in 2022 Artist Statement Congratulations Jermiah Tate! U of Southern California Doctor of Physical Therapy Program: Hello, I am Jermiah Tate. I recently changed my major to Art in order to cultivate my talent for Art while exploring my deep passion for communicating through visual expression. Although my ultimate career goal requires me to take numerous science courses, art gives me the individuality and confidence I desire to feel daily while preparing for my career of physical, musical, and art therapy. My goal in relation to my love for art is to influence as many people to see life through an artistic perspective. Viewing life as art eliminates a closed mind. Understanding art can have various meanings allows one to open their mind and gain a sense of diverse individuality among themselves and others. Growing up I was not always confident in sketching or painting without tracing the image first, but as you navigate through my portfolio you will capture the beauty in my gain of confidence to create art from scratch. I am excited for my journey as I continue to learn how to enhance my skills and diversify my style. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Artwork by Jermiah Tate, Art Major Performance Studies www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 3 CONGRATULATIONS Jana Morgan ‘21! Xavier’s very first graduate to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Performance Studies (December 2020)! After graduating, Jana is applying to Teach for America, with plans to land a teaching position in Austin, Texas. A NEW MAJOR and MINOR... PERFORMANCE STUDIES The Performance Studies major views performance as an object to be studied, a creative method of research, and a tool for community engagement. Working in an interdisciplinary context, students use a performance-based lens for experiential learning and research that includes sharing creative work with public audiences. The program promotes inclusion, community advocacy and outreach to diverse audiences. Performance Studies majors devise a career plan that connects their interdisciplinary skills to successful employment or entry into an arts or humanities-based graduate program. Select course offerings also prepare students for advanced study in social science-based graduate programs such as Anthropology or Communication Studies. Graduates will be prepared to enter a variety of careers that require skills such as critical and creative thinking, oral and written communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, intercultural competence, project design and management, and video, sound, light, and stage design, among others. Because the program is committed to community engagement through arts-based education initiatives, advocacy in partnership with local non-profits, and communicating the value of its performance research to public audiences, students will also have community and professional networking opportunities. For more information contact: Dr. Lisa Flanagan Associate Director, Performance Studies Co-Director, Performance Studies Laboratory w: http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/ e: [email protected] Physical Address: The Art Village, Building 43 3520 Pine Street, New Orleans, LA 70125 Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 4 Performance Studies Fall 2020 Artist’s Talk & Workshops hosted by Dr. Ross Louis Professor, Performance Studies Co-Director, Performance Studies Laboratory w: https://www.xula.edu/performance-studies e: [email protected] Physical Address: The Art Village, Building 43 3520 Pine Street, New Orleans, LA 70125 Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 5 Attached you will find the full video edit of the trip to visit The Met and Galleries sponsored by the Mellon Grant. https://drive.google.com/a/xula.edu/file/d/1wRA97G0Il1Ajt7HHrfOxCx 7FoS9fuEhL/view?usp=drive_web Varion Laurent Director of Student Media, Mass Communication January 14, 2020 Ron Bechet, Professor of Art; Karlton Hill ’20, Art Major; Barriane Franks, Art Major; Sydney Pitts, Art Major; Kotey Thomas, Mass Communication Major, Art Minor XULAArt Documentary Project Sponsored by the Mellon Grant Professor Rob Bechet Faculty Advisor Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Screenshot photos courtesy of Joan Ulmer ‘85 Performance Studies www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 6 Friends, Before we all turn on our \"out of office\" replies, check out our latest Young [PRO]FILE. This series introduces you to young professionals and their experiences working and thriving in New Orleans. We're excited to introduce to you Mari Jarreau ‘15. She's navigating the world of non-profits and the arts as the Outreach & Events Coordinator at Yaya Arts Center. Jarreau, a New Orleans native, and [Xavier University graduate] shares with us her experience in this Young [PRO] FILE. https://mailchi.mp/504ward/the-latest-from-504ward- 364204?fbclid=IwAR0R--d6cN9rhI08yyXECcE3SxkUPcjT7vPR- Congratulations Mari Jarreau ‘15! Career move from YaYa to Marketing & Promotions in Healthcare... Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Kara Crowley ’17 Presents “Help H.E.R. Grow” Art Exhibition Artwork by Kara Crowley ‘17 Photos courtesy of Professor MaPo Kinnord Congratulations Kara Crowley ‘17! Ogden Museum of Southern Art is excited to announce the artists selected for the 2020 edition of Louisiana Contemporary, presented by The Helis Foundation, the Museum’s annual juried exhibition featuring work by contemporary artists from across the state. This year’s guest juror, René Morales, Director of Curatorial Affairs and Chief Curator at Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), has selected 55 works by 56 artists. Louisiana Contemporary will be on view at Ogden Museum September 5 - February 7, 2021. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 8 Curate 757 Season 4, Ep. 12 | Steve Prince ‘93 February 18, 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3VxLwmh964 Steve Prince, Director of Engagement at the Muscarelle Museum in Williamsburg and distinguished artist-in-residence is an artist, educator and art evangelist. As a native of New Orleans, the rhythms of the city's art, music, and religion pulsate through his work. Steve's favorite medium is linoleum cut printmaking. He received his BFA from Xavier University of Louisiana and his MFA from Michigan State University. Prince is an educator and taught privately, middle school, college, and a former Artist in Resident at Allegheny College, a Professor of Art at Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. With community support and an industrial steamroller, Muscarelle Museum of Art's Steve Prince ’93 culminated his yearlong Links Steamroller Project (screenshot photos courtesy of Joan Ulmer ‘85) Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 9 $100,000 ART CONTEST ANNOUNCES WINNERS The Engage Art Contest announces its winning artists for their 2019-2020 contest. The contest, open to artists in North America, fea- tured four categories—Visual Art, Music Video, Film and Performing Arts—and drew more than 1,000 submissions from 24 countries. Each category was juried blind by a panel of experts in that field of the arts. Cash prizes total $100,000. The Engage Art Contest is the creation of art appreciators and philanthropists, Bill and Linda Bantz of North Carolina. Bill felt a strong calling from God to re-introduce artists to a time-tested source of inspiration —the Holy Scriptures. For centuries, artists such as Bach, Mozart, Chagall, Dali and Matisse have been inspired to create works based on Scripture. Bill and Linda feel that now is the time for this generation to draw on this source and contribute a contemporary take. The topic of this contest is the Spiritual Battle as described in Ephesians 6:10-20, with each artist asked to explore this spiritual dynamic from their own viewpoint. In truth, the theme is universally relevant and evergreen, and it provides fodder for a broad array of artistic response. The 2020 Engage Art Winners are: Visual Art 1st Place: Steve A. Prince ‘93—Xavier University of Louisiana XULA Art Alum Armor of God: Equipping Ourselves to do Social Justice—Virginia, USA 2nd Place: Jonathan Millet—The Contenders—Texas, USA 3rd Place: Jeffrey A. Gomez—Forever and Ever—California, USA Honorable Mentions: Geoffrey Bowton (Oregon), Sandra Jean Caes (Colorado), Maria Andrea Diaz Perazache (Costa Rica), Nirvani Har- riram (New York), Cody F. Miller (Ohio), Ronald Mondesir (Massachusetts), Michelle Washington (California) Performing Arts 1st Place: Willow Pinkerton—Trial and Faith—Pennsylvania, USA 2nd Place: Karlos Smith—Transformed—Ohio, USA 3rd Place: Triston N. Gollop—Insurrection—Barbados Honorable Mentions: Marcelino DaCosta (Ontario), Camille C. Hanson (Minneapolis), Sanjae Shanna Kay Innis (Jamaica), Daniel Knud- sen (Michigan), Javaughn Lewis (Jamaica), Jhenelle Lewis (Jamaica), Gersha H. Tjaaroeme (St. Maartin) Music Video: 1st Place: Jeremiah Bligen—Wake—North Carolina, USA 2nd Place: Shane ‘Rizon’ Gibson—Act Like You Know—Trinidad and Tobago 3rd Place: Bj’orn Pierre—No Grudge—Trinidad and Tobago Honorable Mentions: Esther Acheampong (Ontario), Robert Barrera (Michigan), Darian Johnson (California), Marley Nun- ez (Belize), Andrew Pickens (Missouri), Wrudell Timothy (Trinidad and Tobago), Katrice Walker (New York) Film: 1st Place: Isaac Mornatus—Firm—Dominican Republic 2nd Place: Antwan Witter—My Biggest Fear—South Carolina, USA 3rd Place: Patrick Meikle—Truly Valiant—Jamaica Honorable Mentions: Daniel Anleu (Guatamala), Johnny D. Dutch (North Carolina), Jonathan Rothermel (Pennsylvania), Alfonso Me- léndez Sánchez (Mexico), Willie Singh (Trinidad and Tobago), Simon Joseph Thompson (Jamaica), Christian Vargas (Costa Rica) Plans for the 2021-2022 Engage Art Contest are underway and will be announced in January 2021. For more information or to view the winners work, visit www.EngageArt.org. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 10 Xavier University of Louisiana Art Alum Jameel Paulin ’13 TEDx talk entitled: Afrofuturism: A Practice of Radical Self-Love. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uWA4CPSx8w Screenshot photos courtesy of Joan Ulmer ‘85, Art & Performance Studies Administrative Assistant Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 11 Celebrating the Legacy of John T. Scott 62 ASHÉ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER Cultural arts production is the lifeblood of Ashé. We are one of the nation’s leading venues for the presentation of creative works emphasizing the contributions of people of African descent. Historian Freddi W. Evans Interviews Artist Ayo Scott ‘02 Artist Erin Elizabeth Wright ‘Commentary Excerpts’ by Mark Wright – June 26, 2004 erinelizabethwright.com “Everything is art. Your life is art. “First and foremost, Erin found a passion in art. We can learn so much by her It can be easy or hard.” discovery and development as an artist. It was her gift, and she gave it to others, artwork & quote expecting nothing in return. For her, creating, through drawing, painting, by Erin Elizabeth Wright sculpture, making crafts, and especially teaching others how to do the same, was a joy pursued for its own sake. It is an example we can draw upon as we allow ourselves to endlessly pursue so many things for transitory purposes. Her acts were a participation in the primary act of our God – creation..” XUArt faculty, staff, and students extend a special thank you to Clifford Wright, Professor Division of Business for his generosity in establishing a scholarship in honor of his beloved daughter— The “Erin Elizabeth Wright Art Scholarship” 2020—2021 Recipient: Amaya Cooper (Art Major, GPA of 3.84) Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 12 CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER NEW ORLEANS https://cacno.org/covid19 CAC ArtOrbit is your online universe for all things CAC, contemporary art, and community! As New Orleans gradually re-opens in the wake of COVID-19, we invite you to explore our online galleries and uplifting art resources from our community and around the world. You will also find a list of vital resources for artists who art struggling during this incredibly difficult time. Arts New Orleans @ArtsNewOrleans Invited artists to submit work that captures & translates critical COVID-19 public health messages that will engage & inform people across different cultures, languages, communities, & platforms. All mediums were accepted. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art https://www.artsneworleans.org/ Performance Studies www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 13 Welcome Back to XULA Art Kyle! Art Major Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt XULA Art All Stars... Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 14 Art Appreciation Class Instructor Associate Professor MaPo Kinnord Jackson Phillips Art 1090 Art Appreciation Art Making Project (his Mom portrait series) Ceramics Class Project Photos courtesy of Professor MaPo Kinnord Teresa Beamon Biology Pre Med Student Ceramics Studio—Building 51 ~ Class Finals Instructor Associate Professor MaPo Kinnord The Art Village, Lecture Room 112—Building 43 Photos courtesy of Joan Ulmer ‘85 Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 15 Drawing Studio The Art Village—Building 39 Drawing I Class Instructor Augustus Jenkins 04 Left to right: Bethany James; Na’bria Charles; Augustus “Gus” Jenkins ‘04; and Damose Ituah (photo courtesy of Joan Ulmer ‘85) Figure Drawing Class Instructor Associate Professor MaPo Kinnord Patrick Payne, Art Major Kaitlyn Nguyen, Art Major Photos courtesy of Professor MaPo Kinnord Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 16 Artist Statement Art speaks volumes art unites our people in the time of injustice when peace is a must have that fear stays when we our people are slain join together hand in hand never use his name in vain we all have the same veins a son was killed never be the same society like an animal in the jungle that can’t be tamed yet all this hate rose to fame yet we still call out the name, name of those slain let your art speak and our hearts be at peace (spoken word) My passion has always been art and it always will be. The words that I put together is the story of my life and the art that I put to paper or canvas tells a story through pictures when I can’t describe my pain in words. My art is the light at the end of the tunnel that helped me to succeed and pick myself up whenever I fell down and I hope it can do the same for others. The beauty of colors within the human body and the beauty of a smile that can brighten a day. I see the art within and the art beyond the vision of the human eye. Art will forever live on in my heart Spoken word and other forms are the air that I breathe I will always breath... . The one who believed in me, my beautiful grandmother and my favorite artist, Tupac. Inspirations come at all points in life, you can run with or run away from, chose to run with. Artwork & Spoken word By Saaliyah S. Johnson, Art Major Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 17 Figure Drawing Class Enrique Alvarez Sculpture Garden City Park Botanical Gardens Jocelyn Miles; Makeda Wells; Kaitlyn Nguyen; Patrick, Kadeshia Bel- lard Photos courtesy of Professor MaPo Kinnord YAYA’s mission is to empower creative young people to become successful adults. We provide educational experiences in the arts and entrepreneurship to New Orleans - area children and youth, fostering and supporting their individual ambitions. | Young BOARD OF DIRECTORS Danielle Coco, President • Lesli Harris, Vice President • Glenn Gruber, Treasurer • Rebecca Madura, Secretary • Kay Kerrigan, Immediate Past President Screenshot photo courtesy of Joan Ulmer ‘85 Beverly Church • MaPó Kinnord • Kelp Littlefield • Sarah Martzolf • Brandan Odums • Desiree Packard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWMHJmyCJow • Turron Patterson* • Carter Perrilliat • Laurel Porcari • Mark Rosenbaum • Anna Schaefer • Paul Schott https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJIADNKQ_jk&feature=emb_title Jana Napoli, Founder Congratulations XULA Art Alum! Jourdan Barnes ‘17 & Kara Crowley ‘17 —2020 Grant Award Recipients TEACHING ARTIST Jourdan Barnes ‘17, Mixed Media Studio Teaching Artist STAFF Averi Matthews*, Programs Coordinator Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 18 Painting Studio Class Instructor Professor Ron Bechet The Art Village—Building 39 Final Painting Critiques, Instructor Professor Ron Bechet Photos courtesy of Joan Ulmer ‘85 Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 19 Artist Statement During my sophomore year as an art major, my creative focus has been influenced by both my current and past experiences as an artist. My portfolio reflects this process as well as the process of steps that directly and indirectly impacted the outcome of the included work. The purpose of the pieces I worked on earlier in the school year, including Savage Lily, Angel, and Step One, was to explore personal experiences and ideas through representational story telling. Each of these three pieces are a reflection of my artistic past, one where the creative process I carried out was shaped by a desire for perfection as well as the comfort and mindfulness I experienced during these detailed and tedious creative projects. While the technical skills I practiced here remain important to me, I have used the majority of my time in the studio this year exploring what there is to be learned an the concept of chance through drawing, painting, and writing. This resulted in pieces that include Good Morning, JUST LIKE THAT, and Yellow Dress in Focus, where I allowed my thoughts and environment to influence my drawing and writing. Through exploration of my new creative goal of “letting loose,” I was able to use the playfulness that guided me in that process to guide me in letting go of some of the rigidity I find in the process and out- come of my representational work. The perfectionism that pushes me to develop my artistic skills can also hinder my progress at times, and using improvisation to work through that problem in my artwork has helped develop my problem solving skills in and out of the studio. Spending time creating with less intention has led me to develop my understanding of the ways in which my expression is dependent on my time, place, mo- ment, environment, energy, and social atmosphere. This portfolio reflects my focus on what can be learned about our subconscious and the creative instinct through the impact those factors have on the outcome of each piece, making it impossible to create the same thing twice. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Artwork featured in the HBCU Showcase 2020 Performance Studies by Kennedi Andrus, Art Major www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 20 Artist Statement Art has been a part of my life for over 10 years. The importance to me and art has been something I like to express as my calling. For years, I have only made my art as a side project due to individuals in my past expressing to me that, “this cannot be a profession you plan to continue in because you can’t go far, or there is no money in it.” As the years progressed, I have imbedded this into my brain and lifestyle because I was afraid of judgement and missing that self-assurance that was needed in my life to push forward in my dreams of becoming an artist. After attending Xavier, I have realized that this is a passion that I have always misused or mistook as just a hobby. The work, effort, and diligence of the art department has evolved me into being more into y art and appreciating it for what it is. I think of my artwork as a way to express my reality of society and life. When trying to incorporate ideas from my everyday life and my personal way of thinking, it is not always the easiest task to complete. When creating art, my approach is to explore different relationships of site in context, different art, and key ideas in the community. My creative work includes drawing, paintings, and poetry. As an artist, I am essentially interested in creating works that is appealing to the eyes, and are fun. Exploring the emotional links between poetry and painting is like picking two different flowers from the same field from a bou- quet, beautifully pair, complementing one another and sent and aesthetics. The variety of poetry within each art piece can concrete emotional reactions through the discipline of rhythmic word structure, all the collages add to the primary intentions of the pieces, anesthetic formality of illusions built of color, and texture, and a symphony for the eye. With the literal and visual form of each pieces can shed a light on the ideas to unionize the aspects of each. During the development process of my art work I try to create work that is fun, energetic, and understandable. Most of these ideas are things that I see every day and interpret in my own aspect of learning what the concepts maybe. I try to have viewers understand my way of thinking through my mind, even though it is subjective to interpret what we are seeing. I try to get the viewer to understand the ideals, the work, and the thought process that was behind each art piece. More recently I’ve been working on a few pieces that are essentially devoted to being more fun and colorful in transitioning into more of a formal framework, it tries to explore the relationships between gender politics and emotional pieces. I inspire my art from more recent artists to name a few like: Brionya James Matthew, Vondell Bell, Annie Freud, and Rewa. My experience in working with a wide range of concepts, materials, techniques, and in working with a broad range of community it gives me the tools to translate this experience to variety possibilities. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Artwork by Kadeshia Bellard, rt Major Performance Studies www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 21 Artist Statement During my Sophomore year my art has focused on studying emotions and the human form. I enjoy creating artwork surrounding these themes because it allows me to express feelings I otherwise don’t have the vocabulary to describe. Many of these pieces fit into a larger collection of work surrounding emotions, how they feel and are interpreted, and how the larger community defines them. These ideas are often presented in my work through the color scheme, the perceived and actual texture of the piece, as well as the objects within the piece. As an artist, when an audience sees my work I want them to be able to insert themselves into the world I have created and in turn discover what emotions it evokes from within them. I believe that the audiences interpretation of my works is as much a part of the piece as the actual act of me creating it. All in All, words are hard, art is fun, *insert a nice ending here*. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Photography featured in the HBCU Showcase 2020 Performance Studies by Makeda Wells, Art Major www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 22 Graphic Design Class Instructor Shayna Blum, Assistant Professor of Design & Technology KaLya Ellis, Xavier University, Clean, Product Design: COVID, 2020 Graphic Design Student’s Product Design & Brand Identity Design Projects featured in the HBCU Showcase 2020... https://ogdenmuseum.org/2020-hbcu-art- Barriane Franks, Reid Hobson-Powell, Ashley A. Miller, Makeda Wells, Black Bombshell, Product Design, Brand Identity, 2020 Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 23 Artist Statement Artist Statement: Within each day, there is a moment to allow your mind to wander freely and engage in outrageous scenarios. And sometimes this leads to a thought which refuses to leave or be forgotten. An example is an idea which came from a fellow sixth grader in 2011. This idea included a fantasy, adventure story filled with magic, battles, and chaos. The core theme being \"change may not be good or bad, but simply is\". Overtime, the idea evolved from a mindless thought into a ongoing narrative. This work focuses on plot, character development, backgrounds, and basic storyboarding. Different medias allow for a vast range of emotions, dramatic, and story. Thus, the ability to form not only artworks, but someone's history, someone's emotions, someone's overall being, becomes freeing. Group Web Design Project & Artwork by Kaitlyn Nguyen, Art Major Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 24 Photography Class Instructor Edna Lanieri Digital Photography Black & White Photography Guest Speaker, artist Cindy Elizabeth, a photographer from Austin, spoke about her work and how she came to be a photographer, website http://www.cindyelizabeth.com/. Presented the class her work and http://www.cindyelizabeth.com/the-abstract-life-of- east-austin Cindy was a curator for a special exhibition at the Elisabeth Ney Museum in Austin. The exhibition is online, and it about women photographers responding to the 19th amendment. My work was included and she invited me to be part of a talk about portrait photography. Cindy Elizabeth Freelance Documentary Photographer Art Majors & Art Students Photography featured in the HBCU Showcase https://ogdenmuseum.org/2020-hbcu-art- showcase2/ Allana Barefield, NOLA Linguistic Landscape, Digital Photography La’Shance Perry, Mass Communication Major Makeda Wells, Art Major Art Minor Cloudy Campus, Red House Blues, Photography Photography and Photoshop Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Performance Studies www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 25 Artist Statement Photography has been an interest of mine ever since I took my first photography class as an elective my freshman year in high school. I was drawn to it because of all of the layers within the entire process. To me, photography isn’t just about taking a simple picture. It’s about learning the angles of your subjects, employing different exposures, and mastering the settings on each photo to capture the perfect image. My first photography course was traditional, using film cameras. I learned how to best use the settings on a analog camera, as well as how to develop film in a dark room. Working with analog cameras was an enjoyable lesson and great basis for tuning my photography skill set. Although at times it was difficult and time consuming, I loved coming to class and developing my photos. My sophomore year I took courses in digital photography, which is the medium that I now primarily use for my artwork. My first digital photo is one that I consider to be one of my best works (the waterfall on slide 13). This portfolio also contains a variety of other photos that I feel best express my photography style. Every now and then I capture scenery in nature because when I see a breathtaking view, I just have to capture it so it can last forever. My style typically lends itself to portraits the majority of the time, however, because I enjoy capturing the emotions on people faces. I stage my photos and create images to portray socially conscious messages. My opinions regarding different topics of conversation in society (stereotypes--for example, the photo on slide9) are what motivate me to create the images I stage and capture. My work is conceived by the thoughts that come to my mind whether I am given a topic or photographing things that mean something to me. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Photography & Artwork Performance Studies by Deanea Boykins, Art Major www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 26 The “Erin Elizabeth Wright Art Scholarship” Congratulations Amaya Cooper! 2020—2021 Art Scholarship Award Recipient (Art Major, GPA of 3.84) Artist Statement Photography has always been an outlet for me to produce art that reflects the reality that I face every day. While much of my work includes a great number of illusive edits, the overall subject of the composition is based on genuine experiences as a member of today’s youth. The central idea, throughout much of my work, reflects the youth of the nation. My work’s intention is to showcase how distinct the culture among the youth of America is compared to previous generations. Through different editorial techniques, I capture the struggle of coming-of-age and the obstacles that come with coming into one’s own skin. My concentration emphasizes the importance of our youth and our vast influence over our future. Among my photographs, you will notice a theme of heavy layering and collaging. This element of my work serves to embody the action of constant change and movement, which encompasses the entire transition to adulthood. Color is also a key element that is present in all my photographs as well. To me, the incorporation of vivid and lively color serves as a symbol of how vibrant and energetic our generation is. My pieces illustrate the inner chaos of the young generation and how in turn that chaos is our beauty. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Photography by Amaya Cooper, Art Major Performance Studies www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 27 Twitter: https://twitter.com/im_arachis ARTIST STATEMENT Instagram: Since I was young I've always had an affinity for art. https://www.instagram.com/im_arachis/ As much as I loved art, I never thought of pursuing it as a career. Art allows me to express my imagination. It Email: [email protected] gives me a way to bring my thoughts to life. My area of interest include nature and urban photography and graphic design. I also have an interest in conceptual and fantasy art. I pull inspiration from the environment around me and art history. I'm intrigued by the urban skate culture and parks such as New Orleans City Park. My work captures the essence of New Orleans itself. I explore places that don’t receive much attention and let viewers see New Orleans from a different perspective. I am inspired by artist such as Jared Soares, Paul Rodriguez, Josiah Launstein and Kim Jung Gi. My goals are to enhance my skill set and explore different mediums that can contribute to my growth as an artist. NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY By Irvin Washington Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 28 Sculpture Studio Class The Art Village—Building 51 Sculpture Instructor Sheleen Jones ‘91 Patrick Payne, Reid Hobson-Powell, Professor Sheleen Jones ‘91, Irvin Washington, Sidney Mason, and Khalia Gatlin Photos courtesy of Irvin Washington, Art Major Cast Aluminum Relief Sculptures Art Students: Reid Hibson-Powell and Sidney Mason Sculpture Instructor Sheleen Jones ‘91; Professor Ron Bechet Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 29 Printmaking II Studio Class Instructor Augustus Jenkins ‘04 Final Critique Barriane Franks ‘21 Roots of Perseverance, 2020 Relief Print 40’ x 60’ Barriane Franks ‘21, Printmaking Studio Photos courtesy of Barriane Franks ‘21 The Art Village—Building 39 & Instructor Augustus Jenkins ‘04 Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 30 Artist Statement The classes that I have taken have allowed me to view art in a new light. I am more aware what is taking place when discussing a piece and I also appreciate the craft a lot more. The ideas for my art pieces do not come from inspirations from other artist but from what happens in my life. I do my best to explain some of the deeper aspects of my life through my artwork. I do enjoy looking at Takashi Murakami’s artwork. His us of different colors and various characters are very humorous and appealing to view. He has inspired many within his field and worked with many great artist. Self-Portrait by Patrick Payne, Art Major Ogden Museum HBCU Showcase Exhibition Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Artwork by Patrick Payne, Art Major Performance Studies www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 31 Art & Mass Com Project Film Screening & Panel Discussion Filmmaker Lily Keber and featured cast member Ausettua Amor Amenkum Xavier Convocation Center Annex February 10, 2020 Love takes of the masks we fear we cannot live without and know we cannot live within—James Baldwin https://www.facebook.com/XULAalumni/videos/630635824255027/ Troi Bechet, Photos courtesy of Professor Ron Bechet www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/ Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Performance Studies

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 32 #GLX2020 Give. Love. Xavier Day April 28, 2020 A Message from President C. Reynolds Verret Xavier university of Louisiana https://youtu.be/TfzQ40CAgas Message from Harold W. Wright, Jr. Class of 1973 Gift:$200 I'm proud to give to Xavier Art Department because without the scholarship I received, I wouldn't have been able to attend. Please keep supporting education! You can view Harold W. Wright, Jr. ‘73 message and our fundraiser here: https://givelove.xula.edu/p2p/140201/joan-ulmer GLX Day Love Fest 2020! XULA Art Alumni Artists, Faculty, & Staff Campaign 2020... On Tue, Apr 21, 2020 at 5:54 PM Joan Ulmer <[email protected]> wrote: Greetings, I am thrilled to serve Xavier University of Louisiana as the Department of Art's GLX Team Captain helping to achieve our goal of 100% participation, and an increase in contributions for the Give. Love. Xavier campaign 2020! This cause means a lot to me in support of scholarships and providing emergency funds for deserving students who may not be able to earn a degree and graduate due to lack of financial resources, and to honor the legacy of our Xavier family and so much more. As we go forth, let us continued to pledge to our students and the Xavierite Family commitment to the legacy of St. Katharine Drexel, and Xavier University of Louisiana. Thank you. www.xula.edu/art Joan Ulmer ‘85 http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/ Administrative Assistant The Department of Art & Performance Studies Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Performance Studies

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 33 An Art + Zen meditation session at the Ogden Museum inspired by the sculpture \"Stormy\" by MaPo Kinnord, XULA Art Department Head, & Associate Professor of Art... April 29, 2020 Invited to meditate with us during another peaceful Art + Zen meditation session! Join us on Zoom and Facebook for a LIVE seated mindfulness meditation inspired by Ma Po Kinnord’s piece, “Stormy.” “Searching For A Sign From God” Art Exhibition by Sculptor Sheleen Jones ‘91 http://stellajonesgallery.com “Honoring The Legacy: A Guide of African-American Monuments and Statues” featuring Sculptor Sheleen Jones ‘91 provides an outdoor museum of a list of over 500+ monuments and statues of prominent African Americans and historical events that have shaped history and past and present African American sculptors, through their artistic work, who have created beautiful and impressive monuments that will withstand the test of time – Black Historian Tammy Gibson Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 34 7th Annual HBCU Art Showcase Presented by The New Orleans (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated https://ogdenmuseum.org/2020-hbcu-art-showcase2/ Artist included in 7th Annual HBCU Art Showcase: Kennedi Andrus In collaboration with the New Orleans Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, Allana Barefield the Ogden Museum of Southern Art is pleased to present the 7th annual KaLya Ellis HBCU Art Showcase, a curated show of works from students attending Barriane Franks Xavier University of Louisiana, one of the state’s Historically Black Colleges and Lauren Gray Universities (HBCUs). Ashley A. Miller Reid Hobson-Powell Xavier University of Louisiana is America’s only Historically Black and Catholic La’Shance Perry University. Xavier is a nationally recognized leader in the STEM and health Michael Riley sciences fields, producing more African American students who graduate from Makeda Wells medical school each year than any other university in the United States. Its Bryce Williams College of Pharmacy is also among the top producers of African American Maliya Vaughan pharmacists. Barriane Franks Lauren Gray Xavier’s liberal arts based programs in areas such as art, business, education, psychology and political science – as well as recent additions of bioinformatics, data science, neuroscience, crime and social justice and jazz studies – offer students an unbeatable combination of traditional classroom study, hands-on research, service-learning opportunities and life experiences. Today, Xavier remains committed to its founding mission of serving the underrepresented Black population and the “the promotion of a more just and humane society.” Its doors have, and still are, open to all races and creeds. The current student population is 71.6 percent black and 19 percent Catholic. Ashley A. Miller https://midcitymessenger.com/2020/08/19/xavier-students-showcase-work-in-timely-exhibit-at-ogden-museum-of-southern-art/ Reid Hobson-Powell La’Shance Perry https://www.offbeat.com/news/hbcu-art-show-at-ogden-features-works-by-xavier-university-students/ Michael Riley Makeda Wells https://blacksouthernbelle.com/hbcu-art-showcase-presented-by-new-orleans-la-chapter-of-the-links-incorporated/ Bryce Williams Maliya Vaughan https://www.fox8live.com/video/2020/08/17/hbcu-art-showcase/ Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 35 Our Legacy The Art Collections and Gallery’s primary mission is to increase the knowledge and understanding of our diverse global contemporary culture through the micro-lens of the vast visual histories and cosmologies of the descendant communities of Louisiana. The Art Collections and Gallery believes in the power of art to change communities. It facilitates this transformation through the organization and production of exhibitions, publications, educational materials, conferences, lectures, workshops and other public programs, with a particular emphasis on the study, presentation, preservation and promotion of art produced by Louisiana-based artists and artists of African descent throughout the world. “Senior Show” Virtual Exhibition May 19, 2019 | 6pm Dr. Sarah A. Clunis https://xulagallery.com/ Assistant Professor of Art History Director, Xavier University Art Gallery (504) 520-7706 Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 36 Message from Dr. Sarah A. Clunis, Faculty Advisor See n The “XPRESSU” Club incorporates creative expression with community service projects; founders are also STEM students. 8:04 PM · Sep 21, 2020·Twitter for Android XPRESS U @XPRESSU1 XPRESS U Club offers a workspace for creatives to collaborate and give back to their community. Our Goals Are: liberation • community • expression of identity • innovative creativity • music & arts • leadership I'm excited for what's to come. This semester we look forward to hosting a booth in the Black Joy Matters SGA Wellness Day event and much more… Thank you. Nia-Hyatt Eldosougi, Neuroscience Major Department of Psychology Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 37 /// June 26 - June 27 VIRTUAL JOHN T. SCOTT ‘62 CELEBRATION ONLINE DEMONSTRATIONS, WORKSHOPS, PANELS AND MORE... Ogden Museum is proud to play a role in a special annual event celebrating the life of artist John T. Scott, happening this Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27! John T. Scott ‘62 died in September 2007, and his memorial took place at Xavier University. A community of artists, Xavier alumnae, friends, colleagues and people who Scott had influenced came together to celebrate his life. It was at that time that a group of these individuals decided the best way to honor John T. Scott was to gather each year on his birthday, June 30, to celebrate his life and expand on what he gave us through his art, his teaching and his humanity. The first gathering took place in 2008 and lasted for 24 hours. It has happened every year to this date in different forms but always sharing work and working together, remembering Scott said, “The way you spell art is W.O.R.K.” The different workshops and activities are always free and open to the public. This year, we are challenged with the current pandemic. In the spirit of improvisation and making the best out of the worst, we will again gather in the virtual space and celebrate. https://ogdenmuseum.org/event/virtual-john-t-scott-celebration/ The Spirit House\" “The Spirit House” by John T. Scott '62 and Martin Payton '73 www.xula.edu/art http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/ As part of the City of New Orleans’s Art program administered by the Arts Council... https://vimeo.com/56743337 As we celebrate the life of John T. Scott '62... Sharing a presentation of our legendary XULA Art graduates in the creative development of \"The Spirit House\" by John T. Scott '62 and Martin Payton '73, a permanent installation located in New Orleans where 3 intersections connects Gentilly Boulevard, Desaix Boulevard., and Paris Avenue. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art Performance Studies

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience XULA Art & the Xavierite Family Extend our Condolences to Professor Ron Bechet & Family Black and Blue 2020: Art / Activism / Transformation Artists, activists, and the New Orleans Police Monitor reflect on the life of Yvonne Bechet and using stories to build social movements... https://howlround.com/happenings/livestreaming-panel-black-and-blue-2020-art-activism- transformation Link to the Black and Blue Performance 10/3 https://howlround.com/happenings/livestreaming-performance-black-and-blue NOPD's first Black female officer, Yvonne Bechet, has died: 'Heaven gained another angel' BY KYLE WHITFIELD | STAFF WRITER  PUBLISHED JUL 5, 2020 AT 9:26 PM | UPDATED JUL 5, 2020 AT 10:07 PM Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 39 Senior Solo Exhibition Presented by Barriane Franks ‘21 “We the People (?)”: A Recapitulation of the Reincarnations of Institutional Racism\" This exhibition is a summary of institutional racism in the United States and the new ways in which it is enforced throughout each era. By looking at each event and its historical reincarnation, we can work toward achieving the true form of the Preamble that includes every citizen in the United States of America. Artwork by Franks ‘21, Art Major Barriane Artist Online Exhibition: https://artspaces.kunstmatrix.com/en/exhibition/3563116/%E2%80%9Cwe-the-people- %E2%80%9D-a-recapitulation-of-the-reincarnations-of-institutional-racism Artist Website: https://www.princessbarrianeartistry.com/ Artist Statement My early years as an artist, I never thought to convey an everlasting message to my viewers; however, my thoughts soon changed after witnessing so much controversy and chaos through the topic of social injustice. My experiences with racial and gender prejudice and injustice have driven me to create a modern Social Injustice art series on racism and sexism. This series portrays current events and injustices while occasionally linking and comparing them to past events. Through these pieces, I hope to inspire my viewers to want change and to eradicate the ignorance that “racism is over” in others. Throughout my career as an artist, I wish to inspire my viewers, convey my emotions, and give them a new outlook on the world around them. Thank you all for a wonderful three years at Xavier University of Louisiana. I look forward to visiting campus after graduation, and I appreciate your time and sharing of your knowledge and expertise in the art field. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 40 Prospect New Orleans Announces the Artist List for the 2020 Iteration of the International Contemporary Art Triennial, Prospect.5: \"Yesterday we said tomorrow\"... Congratulations Professor of Art Ron Bechet! WHAT IS PROSPECT? Prospect New Orleans is a citywide contemporary art triennial and the only exhibition of its kind in the US with a decade-long history. Every three years, we bring new art to an old city by inviting artists from all over the world to create projects in a wide variety of venues spread throughout New Orleans. Each iteration of Prospect is organized by a leading voice in the curatorial field. For residents and visitors alike, Prospect is an invitation to experience the city through the eyes of artists. https://www.prospectneworleans.org/ P.5: AN OVERVIEW Yesterday we said tomorrow, curated by Artistic Directors Naima J. Keith and Diana Nawi, is the fifth iteration of Prospect New Orleans. This citywide contemporary art triennial will feature more than fifty artists in over fifteen venues throughout New Orleans and will include newly commissioned works alongside the work of historically significant artists. P.5 will investigate how history informs the present––particularly in relation to New Orleans, a uniquely American city that embodies so many urgent issues of today, but which remains deeply invested in and subject to its recent and historical past. Taking the city as a mandate, this exhibition will examine history as both document and fiction, exploring the idea that our moment feels both unprecedented and familiar. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Page 41 Resilience XULA Art extends a Special Thank you to Pearl Algere-Lonian (Ms. Pearl) Assistant Director of Scholarships For an inspirational presentation sharing the importance of student research on internal and external scholarship opportunities, and developing an excellent personal statement letter prior to the application process, and requests for letters of recommendation… Topic: Scholarship Opportunities and Financial Aid Please visit https://xula.navigate.eab.com to schedule an appointment with the Office of Financial Aid Academic Scholarships Xavier University of Louisiana offers a number of scholarships to its students. New first-time freshmen students are considered for merit-based scholarships when they are reviewed for admission. Helping You to Fund Your Dreams http://www.xula.edu/financialaid We are here to help students and families find ways to eliminate financial barriers to a Xavier education. Here we’ll walk you through learning about types of financial aid available, how to apply for aid, how to keep your aid and ways to manage your finances throughout the college experience. New First-Time Freshmen Scholarship Information The University has identified a number of scholarship search websites that can be used by new and continuing students to locate information about non-Xavier scholarships. These websites are: FinAid: The Smart Students Guide to Financial Aid Scholarships College Board Scholarship Search Federal Scholarships & Aid Gateways 25 Scholarship Gateways from Black Excel Resources and Aid For Re-Entry Student Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Page 42 Resilience External Scholarships Searching for External Scholarships: Supplemental Funding for Your Future Recognizing that the decision to attend college involves an investment of resources, many of our students apply for scholarship funds from sources outside of Xavier University. Many organizations such as churches, sororities and fraternities, social and civic organizations, foundations, postsecondary schools, public and private corporations, ROTC, and various Veteran Support Bills provide scholarships and grants to college students. Xavier encourages all students to seek and explore external or outside funding opportunities. Students are required to report any outside or external scholarship funding to the Office of Finan- Scholarship Search Databases The University has identified a number of scholarship search databases that can be used by new and continuing students to locate information about external scholarships. These websites are: United Negro College Fund (UNCF, Xavier is a member school) http://www.uncf.org/scholarships UNCF is the nation’s largest private scholarship provider to minority group members. Each year, they award more than $100 million in scholarships to more than 10,000 students at more than 1,100 schools across the country, including the prestigious network of 37 HBCUs. UNCF Scholarships in varying amounts are available to students who meet the following criteria; • Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale ( some scholarships require 3.0 GPAs) • Full-time enrollment in a college or university, presently or prospectively • FAFSA application completed • Financial need verified by the financial aid director of the college or university you wish to at- tend All eligible Xavier students are encouraged to complete the UNCF General Scholarship application each Fall semester. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

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The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 44 Dear Colleagues, Please see below for an important announcement from the Center for Equity, Justice and the Human Spirit regarding a special opportunity for training in restorative approaches. The Center for Restorative Approaches, founded by its CEO, Troi Bechet, will provide this 16-hour train- ing spread out over 4 half-days. I encourage you to consider this meaningful investment in the develop- ment of our campus culture and beyond. Registration is required. Caryn Blair, whose contact information comes at the end of the announcement below, would be happy to answer any questions you may have. I would like to thank David as well as Caryn and Troi for bringing this professional and personal develop- ment opportunity to us at Xavier. Best wishes, Anne E. McCall Provost and Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs Provost and Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs More Just and More Humane: Towards a Restorative Justice Identity for Xavier University of Louisiana The Center for Equity, Justice, and the Human Spirit invites you to a virtual Restorative Approaches Training to begin to develop the campus community’s skills to build and strengthen relationships using restorative communica- tion. The sixteen-hour virtual training will be held in four 4-hour sessions from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Janu- ary 7, 8, 14, and 15.* The training will be conducted by The Center for Restorative Approaches. The training will include:  Restorative Approaches Defined  Facilitating Community Building Circles  Guiding Principles of Restorative Approaches  Affective Communication-Six Skills of Empathetic Listening  Preventing and Responding to Minor Conflicts Restoratively  Restorative Conversations What are restorative approaches? Restorative approaches are processes used to build, strengthen, and repair relationships. The restorative approach is an interdisciplinary field inspired by the philosophy of restorative justice and guided by the understanding that rela- tionships are central to learning, growth, and a healthy community. Restorative approaches focus on methods that help people to cooperate, to take responsibility for their behavior, to resolve conflict, and to improve communication. Instead of focusing on blame and doing things “to” people, restorative approaches work “with” people to build prob- lem-solving skills that result in better connections and a healthier community. Please let us know of your interest via Google Form. Space is limited. *Please be mindful that you must commit to all four sessions to complete the training. Contact Caryn Blair, Program Coordinator, at [email protected] with any questions. Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/

The Gestalt Special Topic: The Art of Resilience Page 45 XULA Art & Performance Studies Wishes you & the Xavierite Family Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Xavier University of Louisiana Department of Art www.xula.edu/art Performance Studies http://www2.xula.edu/communicationstudies/