For those of you who are not on the list serve, this email went out this morning:

“Today many of you will hear the bittersweet news that I will be leaving Drexel this June to become the President of Moore College of Art & Design in July.  It was a long journey to come to this decision, in part because of my deep affection for the Arts Administration program, the students and graduates.  The last sixteen years as Professor and Program Director has made a substantial impact on my life, teaching me more than I taught others, giving me rewards far greater than I could have imagined.  While this might seem overly dramatic, it is true.  It is also true that change is good and that in embracing change we grow.  I see my next role at Moore as a continuation of what I began at Drexel, as an opportunity to influence the careers of creative workers and a chance to make a difference because, “to whom much is given; much is expected. ”  The students have given me the gift of walking beside them in their development as intellectuals and professionals; my colleagues have given me the gift of their friendship and this institution has allowed me to grow as a teacher and a leader. 

Thank you to each of you, I will be forever grateful. I look forward to our continued association as the future unfolds.

Warmest regards,

Cecelia”

At the AAGA, we are excited for our mentor and director as she moves into a new and challenging position.  Her influence on our organization is nothing short of monumental. We have been thankful to study, grow and evolve under her leadership and wish her the best of luck!

The AAGA would like to give a huge

Thank You

to everyone who supported, donated, volunteered and attended the 9th Annual AAGA Art Auction. It was a huge success and we could not have done it without all of you!

The AAGA and Drexel’s Arts Administration program would like to thank our generous donors who have made our 9th Annual Art Auction possible. Please give them a round of applause! Read the entire list after the Jump

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Have you ever traveled to Chadds Ford to visit the highly acclaimed Brandywine River Museum? With an “unparalleled collection from all three generations of Wyeths” and exhibiting some of the best American landscapes, illustration and drawings; the Brandywine Museum is a must see.

You could take home tickets donated by the museum tonight at the 9th Annual AAGA art auction. Bidding starts at 7PM and general admission is $15. See all the details after the jump. Continue reading →

In order to ensure that the art auction is a huge success, the AAGA board and one of our awesome first year students, Jackie, are hard at work sorting bid sheets, pre-wrapping the art work, and so much logging last minute donations. Check out pics after the jump. Continue reading →

In case you have not heard the 9th Annual AAGA Art Auction is only 5 days away. On Friday, Feb. 17th head out to the new Integrated Sciences Building at Drexel (33rd and Chestnut St.,) for a chance to take home some amazing art work, tickets to local events and more!
Admission is $15, and $10 for Drexel students with ID. There will be live music, drinks hor d’oeuvres and work from over 50 local and internationally known artists.

By Artist Anna Mraz

What will you bid on? Check out this beautiful and colorful Anna Mraz that will be up for auction! Come out and bid high for the arts! All proceeds from the auction support Drexel’s Arts Admin. students participation in AFTA’s National Arts Advocacy Day!

The AAGA board has been working hard to make sure this years, 9th annual Art
Auction is a smashing success. With more than 25 people signed up to attend arts advocacy day, everyone is excited to make this the best art auction yet.

2nd year student Lindsey Crane working on her piece for the auction.

We are hoping for donations of art work, gift certificates or any other contributions from local organizations, friends and family. Click here to find the 9th annual donation form.