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Art Major Wins Edith Kirsch Prize to Perform Research in Southern Mexico and Central America
Julia Fennell ’21
In alignment with the standard of experiential learning that she received at CC, Mariana Martin ’25 spent last summer in Central America and Southern Mexico studying ancient Maya architecture in person, rather than just reading about it, thanks to the Edith Kirsch Prize.
MUSIC ALUM REFLECTS ON TIME AT CC
Jenna Hunt
When she’s not out fighting crime as a forensic social worker, Jessica Wright ’17 has a deep-seeded passion and investment in creating music as a Sufi dervish – a person that dedicates their practices to God through meditation, music, and poetry. Wright attended CC as a double major in Neuropsychology and Music.
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FILM BY CC ALUM FEATURED AT SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL
Megan Clancy ’07
Guy Mossman ’95 is a director and cinematographer, best known for his dramatic photography on award-winning documentary films such as Buck (2011) and Feels Good Man (2020). His newest film, SPEAK, is now being featured at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
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STUDY ABROAD PREPARED ALUM FOR MUSIC CAREER
Julia Fennell ’21
From hearing the sitar live for the first time as first year student, to performing with the instrument in Packard Hall just four years later, J.J. Gregg ’02 credits his dream career to his time at CC, where he was inspired, mentored, and supported in his passions.
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BENEATH HER FEET
Beneath Her Feet is a voice and movement-based performance by Isa Hussain ’21, Lucky Bommireddy, and Eka Savajol, with fashion design by Advaitha Bhavanasi. It is a combination of art, dance, interaction, and reflection. A girl calls an angel to the ground and their shapes bend to mutual disruption. Beneath Her Feet: loving them; it gets hard, yet you persist. A tremendous act of faith and heaven is on the other side, beyond our knowing. The first of two performances occurred on Jan. 24, 2025 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor.
Photos by Jamie Cotten
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College 
012425 – Isa Hussain ’21 put on the first of two performances on Jan. 24 at the Coburn Gallery in Worner. His exhibit, Beneath Her Feet, was a combination of art, dance, interaction and reflection for an audience of around 50 members who sat mesmerized on folded blankets on the floor. Photo by Jamie Cotten / Colorado College
ARTS EVENTS ON CAMPUS
THE MANY TRAVELS OF MARY CHENOWETH
June 25–October 4 | FAC
Mary Chenoweth, a pioneering Colorado modernist and beloved educator, drew deep inspiration from her global travels, which shaped both her artwork and teaching. This exhibition showcases her vibrant legacy through pieces from the FAC collection and Tutt Library Special Collections, highlighting the influence of her journeys beginning in 1958.
Celebrate the opening of the exhibition and the Summer Music Festival with a Music and Art Talk on June 25, 1:30–2:30 p.m. that will explore Chenoweth’s global travels, artistic legacy, and role in shaping Colorado’s modernist art scene. LEARN MORE »
Bemis School of Art’s Class Registration Now Open
Ready to embrace your artistic side this fall? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, Bemis School of Art at the Fine Arts Center has a wide range of classes to spark your imagination and enhance your skills.
WANT TO SUPPORT THE SEND A STUDENT PROGRAM?
The goal of Send a Student is to expose more children to live theatre by providing transportation and a free ticket for students from local Title 1 schools to see a show at the FAC. By increasing access to live theatre, the FAC hopes to help build the path to the next generation of theatre artists and viewers. LEARN MORE AND DONATE NOW »
What’s New at the FAC?
Exciting art events, a line-up of shows for both adults and kids, classes to help you explore your creative side, fantastic exhibits, and more! LEARN MORE »
