Did You Know These 7 Things About the Stuart Collection?
Forget velvet ropes and motion sensors. The Stuart Collection makes UC San Diego itself the museum — an open-air gallery of public art where every walk to class can feel like a treasure hunt.
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Why It’s Not Just About Money: Who Goes to the Ballet, Opera and Symphony
Why do some people regularly attend the opera, visit art galleries, or go to classical music concerts—while others rarely, if ever, do? The easy answer might be, “They can’t afford it.” But according to recent research from the Rady School the real explanation goes far beyond money.
Don’t Miss These 10 Fall ArtsConnect Events
Fall brings more than pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters. It marks the start of a dynamic arts season at UC San Diego. We spotlight 10 upcoming events that range from visual arts exhibits and a joyful dance workshops to the debut of new musical compositions and a humorous holiday extravaganza.
What a Class on Taylor Swift Reveals About Us
Taylor Swift’s new album has the world buzzing — and on campus, she’s also a subject of study. Music professor Nancy Guy and her students reflect on a spring seminar exploring Swift’s artistry, fandom and cultural impact.
La Jolla Playhouse Bids Farewell to Long-time Artistic Director
Christopher Ashley, La Jolla Playhouse’s Rich Family Artistic Director, will depart the Playhouse in January 2026 to lead New York City’s esteemed Roundabout Theatre, which presents Broadway and Off-Broadway productions.
Alison O’Daniel Joins UC San Diego as Suraj Israni Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Cinematic Arts
Filmmaking is just 150 years old, and Alison O’Daniel sees the field as ripe for invention. As a visual artist and filmmaker, she explores accessibility, sound and listening across media. She recently joined UC San Diego as the inaugural Suraj Israni Chancellor’s Endowed Chair in Cinematic Arts.
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