Ar& T CaLeNdaR February–June 2012
Art Matters at UH-Clear Lake University of Houston-Clear Lake celebrates art for all ages through education, outreach, experience and exhibition. Explore your love of art at UHCL. You’ll find it intriguing, entertaining and thought-provoking.
Engage and Inspire Your Creative Self UHCL offers a variety of community programs that inspire and engage your creativity. Whether you are interested in visual arts, performing arts or interactive and informative lectures, you can find it at UHCL. Your guide to the world of art programs at UHCL begins here with the Spring 2012 Art and Special Events Calendar. The calendar provides an introduction to the different programs offered as well as event schedules for the spring semester. While you are on campus enjoying exceptional events, you can also experience what makes UHCL unique. With the harmonic blending of architectural structures and the surrounding natural wildlife reserve, the campus is an ideal location to explore your creative self. Pictured right: UHCL’s new Coordinator of Audience Development for The Art Gallery, Jeffrey Bowen.
February 2012 Sunday
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Art Gallery
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through Mar. 31
Closed for Renovations
CLASP
5:30 p.m.
Lunar Detective Work
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CLASP
Saturday 4 10:30 a.m.
Community
CLASSES BEGIN
Dinosaurs to Diesel
Freeman Branch Library
Art School for Children and Young Adults
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11 CADD
10:30 a.m.
Working with Staff
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13 CLASP
14 10 a.m.
Art Exhibition
The History of Pearland Melvin Knapp Center
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16 OPENING
Cultural Arts
Reconnecting Through Photography
A French Valentine
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24 Cultural Arts
Urban Souls Dance Company
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8 p.m.
25 8 p.m.
Film & Speaker Series
The Descendants
7 p.m.
March 2012 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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CLASP
5:30 p.m.
Challenges and Experiences in the SEAL Teams
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CLASP
Saturday 3 10:30 a.m.
Cylinder Gardening at Home
Film & Speaker Series
J. Edgar
Community
Freeman Branch Library
Community Outreach Day
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10 CADD
10:30 a.m.
Teaching Activities of Daily Living
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12 CLASP
Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
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UH-Clear Lake Closed for Spring Break
10 a.m.
Melvin Knapp Center
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22 Art Exhibition
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23 6 p.m.
Film & Speaker Series
Reconnecting Through Photography Panel Discussion and Reception
Made in Dagenham
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Community
12:30 p.m.
Spring Teacher Job Fair
7 p.m.
24 7 p.m.
31 Community
Chili Cook-Off
April 2012 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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CLASP
Revolution Egypt
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CLASP
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5:30 p.m.
12
Art Gallery
Armand Bayou Nature Center
2012 UHCL BFA Student Exhibition
14 10:30 a.m.
Freeman Branch Library
17 OPENING
Reconnecting Through Photography
CLASP
Melvin Knapp Center
16
7 LAST DAY
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10 a.m.
The Civil War Blockade Runner Acadia
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Art Exhibition
Saturday
Community
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19 Art Exhibition
7:30 a.m.
CADD
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28
5:30 p.m.
Houston Area Community College Exhibition, Artists’ Talk and Opening Reception
Small Talk. Big Ideas. Breakfast Roundtable
TAACCL
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26 Art Gallery
2012 UHCL BFA Student Exhibition Opening Reception
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5 p.m.
10:30 a.m.
Strategies to Promote Generalization of Skills
May 2012 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Art Exhibition through May 17
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Houston Area Community College Exhibition
Art Gallery
CLASP
through May 17
2012 UHCL BFA Exhibition
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7 CLASP
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10 a.m.
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14 CLASP
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10 a.m.
5 10:30 a.m.
History of the Four Presidents of the Republic of Texas
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Heroic Beethoven
Melvin Knapp Center
CLASP
Command Briefing of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Cultural Arts
Memories to Memoirs #1
5:30 p.m.
Saturday
Freeman Branch Library
8 p.m.
17 Art Exhibition
LAST DAY
Art Gallery
LAST DAY
Houston Area Community College Exhibition
Memories to Memoirs #2 Melvin Knapp Center
2012 UHCL BFA Exhibition
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21 CLASP
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31
10 a.m.
Memories to Memoirs #3 Melvin Knapp Center
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28 UH-Clear Lake Closed for Memorial Day
June 2012 Sunday
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Monday
Tuesday
4 Art Gallery
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Wednesday
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OPENING
Thursday
7 Art Gallery
2012 UHCL Graduate Student Exhibition
2012 UHCL Graduate Student Exhibition Opening Reception
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Inside track to incredible experiences
Admission: Most of the events are free. Programs requiring admission are offered at affordable prices and package discounts are available. Parking: Paid parking is available in the Visitor’s Lot or in metered parking on the street. Please consult the program contact person for specific event information. Event Location: Most events take place in the Bayou Building at UHCL. Please consult the program contact person for specific event information. Event dates and times are subject to change. Please call to confirm printed information. For directions, visit www.uhcl.edu/maps.
Office of University Advancement 2700 Bay Area Boulevard Houston, Texas 77058-1098 www.uhcl.edu | 281-283-2021
Art Gallery & Exhibitions The Art Gallery focuses on visual arts to engage, inspire and entertain university and community patrons. Artists featured in the art gallery include university art students and local artisans as well as internationally renowned artists. Admission is free. Gallery hours are Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. – noon. The art gallery is on the first floor of the Bayou Building near Atrium I.
Coordinator of Audience Development Jeffrey Bowen, bowen@uhcl.edu, 281-283-3376 hsh.uhcl.edu/Art_Gallery
Closed for Renovations
January 14 – March 31 Bayou Building, Art Gallery
Reconnecting Through Photography: Czech Republic – Slovak Republic
February 15 – April 6 Bayou Building, Atrium II, second level Panel Discussion and Reception: Thursday, March 22, 6-8 p.m., Bayou Building, Forest Room
2012 UHCL Bachelor of Fine Arts Student Exhibition
April 16 – May 17 Bayou Building, Art Gallery Opening Reception: Thursday, April 26, 5-8 p.m., Bayou Building, Art Gallery and Atrium I Gallery Director Nick J. de Vries, devries@uhcl.edu, 281-283-3377 Assistant Gallery Director Karen L. Fiscus, fiscus@uhcl.edu, 281-283-3311
12th Houston Area Community College Student Art Exhibition
April 19 – May 17 The Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake
Artists’ Talk and Opening Reception: Thursday, April 19, 5:30-8:30 p.m., The Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake UHCL is a collaborative partner for this exhibition
Office of Alumni and Community Relations 281-283-2021 www.uhcl.edu/clasp
2012 UHCL Graduate Student Exhibition
June 4 – August 27 Bayou Building, Art Gallery Opening Reception: Thursday, June 7, 5-8 p.m., Bayou Building, Art Gallery and Atrium I
Clear Lake Association of Senior Programs CLASP is an outreach initiative of UH-Clear Lake that provides education and intellectual challenge to our community. Admission is free and open to community friends of all ages. No reservations required. Events are held at the following locations: UH-Clear Lake Bayou Building, Garden Room (first floor) Freeman Branch Library 16616 Diana Lane in Houston, one block north of Bay Area Boulevard (between El Camino Real and Saturn Lane) Melvin Knapp Center 2424 South Park Avenue, Pearland
Lunar Detective Work: Meteorites Reveal the Moon’s Early History and Evolution by Julianne Gross, Lunar and Planetary Institute Thursday, February 2 5:30-7 p.m. Bayou Building, Garden Room
Dinosaurs to Diesel: Oil and its Implications by William Powers, Ph.D., UHCL Friday, February 3 10:30 a.m. – noon Freeman Branch Library
The History of Pearland
by Mickey Mark, president, Pearland Historical Society Monday, February 13 10-11:30 a.m. Melvin Knapp Center
Challenges and Experiences in the SEAL Teams by Commander Christopher Cassidy, U.S. Navy Thursday, March 1 5:30-7 p.m. Bayou Building, Garden Room
Cylinder Gardening at Home: Growing Fruits and Vegetables in a Container by Louis Mickler, master gardener Friday, March 2 10:30 a.m. – noon Freeman Branch Library
Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
by Officer M. Pace, Pearland Police Department Community Resources Monday, March 12 10-11:30 a.m. Melvin Knapp Center
Revolution Egypt: Protests That Removed a President by Mike McMullen, Ph.D., UHCL Thursday, April 5 5:30-7 p.m. Bayou Building, Garden Room
The Civil War Blockade Runner Acadia
by Michael Bailey, director, Brazoria County Historical Museum Monday, April 9 10-11:30 a.m. Melvin Knapp Center
Armand Bayou Nature Center: The Challenge of Preserving the Past, Present and Preparing for the Future by Tom Kartrude, executive director, Armand Bayou Nature Center Friday, April 13 10:30 a.m. – noon Freeman Branch Library
Command Briefing of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and their Responsibilities
Memories to Memoirs #3*
History of the Four Presidents of the Republic of Texas
Cultural Arts Series
by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District Thursday, May 3 5:30-7 p.m. Bayou Building, Garden Room
by Tom Green, chair, Sons of the Republic of Texas Speakers Bureau Friday, May 4 10:30 a.m. – noon Freeman Branch Library
Memories to Memoirs #1*
by Dion McInnis, associate vice president for university advancement Monday, May 7 10-11:30 a.m. Melvin Knapp Center *Please attend all three sessions as they are continuous.
Memories to Memoirs #2*
by Dion McInnis, associate vice president for university advancement Monday, May 14 10-11:30 a.m. Melvin Knapp Center
by Dion McInnis, associate vice president for university advancement Monday, May 21 10-11:30 a.m. Melvin Knapp Center
The Cultural Arts Series features a variety of choices that are sure to entertain patrons of all ages. Performances are held in the Bayou Theater, located on the second floor of the Bayou Building’s Atrium I. A complimentary reception follows most of the events. Office of Student Life 281-283-2560 www.uhcl.edu/culturalarts
Mercury Baroque Ensemble: A French Valentine
Thursday, February 16 8 p.m. Bayou Building, Bayou Theater
Explore the themes of love in Jean-Philippe Rameau’s cantatas, Orphee and Les Amants Trahis. There is no better way to celebrate Valentine’s
are multicultural and visually appealing to all audiences. Join us for an evening of exceptional artistry and a profound sense of spirituality. (Pre-sale) $12 General Admission; $8 with UHCL I.D. (At the door) $15 General Admission; $10 with UHCL I.D.
Mercury Baroque Ensemble: Heroic Beethoven
Thursday, May 10 8 p.m. Bayou Building, Bayou Theater
Day! Rameau’s renowned, romantic cantatas are the perfect way to spend an evening with your beloved.
Join us for our riveting Season Finale – Mercury Baroque’s spin on two magnificent Beethoven symphonies. Originally dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte, Beethoven’s “Eroica” Symphony and his masterful 2nd Symphony will be performed on period-accurate instruments for the first time in Houston.
(Pre-sale) $10 General Admission; $6 with UHCL I.D. (At the door) $12 General Admission; $8 with UHCL I.D.
(Pre-sale) $12 General Admission; $8 with UHCL I.D. (At the door) $15 General Admission; $10 with UHCL I.D.
Urban Souls Dance Company
Friday, February 24 8 p.m. Bayou Building, Bayou Theater
Houston based, Urban Souls Dance Company will present selections from their annual February concert for the UH-Clear Lake audience. Urban Souls is committed to presenting a wide spectrum of works that
Film & Speaker Series The Film & Speaker Series features films with a discussion on thought-provoking topics that are led by a distinguished speaker. All film dates are subject to change due to film license availability. Season tickets are $20. Individual tickets are $3.75, unless otherwise noted. Office of Student Life movies@uhcl.edu, 281-283-2560 www.uhcl.edu/movies
The Descendants
Saturday, February 25 7 p.m. Student Services Building, Lecture Hall After the death of his wife, Matt King (George Clooney) is faced with the challenges of his past and the future with his daughters and their family home in Hawaii. Oscar Award-winning writer and director, Alexander Payne employs the same mix of humor and gravitas featured in his prior film, Sideways. Rated R. $3.75 or FREE with UHCL Student I.D.
J. Edgar
Saturday, March 3 7 p.m. Student Services Building, Lecture Hall As the face of law enforcement in America for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career and his life. Rated R. $3.75 or FREE with UHCL Student I.D.
Made in Dagenham
Friday, March 23 7 p.m. Student Services Building, Lecture Hall Distinguished Speaker: Dr. Elizabeth Klett In 1968, women’s rights took a broad leap forward when workers at the Ford Dagenham automobile plant - buckling beneath deplorable working conditions rightly perceived as gender discrimination - suddenly stormed out into the streets and began to strike in protest of the unfair treatment levied at them. Little could they have foreseen the ramifications that this courageous and noble act would engender in successive years. This film is presented in conjunction with Women’s Studies Week. Rated R. $3.75 or FREE with UHCL Student I.D.
CADD Autism Speaker Series In their efforts to assist more local families, caregivers and teachers of autistic children, UH-Clear Lake’s Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities is hosting a speaker series. The informative lectures, which are sponsored by Hegwood & Associates, P.C., JSC Federal Credit Union and Spectrum of Hope/Basis are provided by the center at no cost. Presentations are held in the Student Services Building, Lecture Hall from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A question and answer session and a complimentary luncheon follow each lecture. Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities Director Dorothea Lerman, AutismCenter@uhcl.edu hsh.uhcl.edu/CADD
Working with Staff: Training and Ethical Issues for Teachers and Parents February 11 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Student Services Building, Lecture Hall
Community Programs Art School for Children and Young Adults
From February 4 through April 19, students 3 ½ years old through 12th grade enjoy looking at, talking about and making art. Classes are held at UHCL, as well as in many local afterschool settings. The topic this spring will be “The Art of China.” 281-283-3344 www.uhcl.edu/ArtSchoolforChildren
Teaching Activities of Daily Living
March 10 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Student Services Building, Lecture Hall
Strategies to Promote Generalization of Skills April 14 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Student Services Building, Lecture Hall
Community Outreach Day
Over 2,000 UHCL students, staff, faculty, alumni and friends give their time and energy to serve via numerous service projects benefiting the Houston community. Saturday, March 3
Spring Teacher Job Fair Thursday, March 29 12:30-2 p.m. Bayou Building, Atrium I www.uhcl.edu/jobfairs
Chili Cook-Off
A cross between cook-off and festival, Chili Cook-Off is one of UHCL’s oldest traditions. Enjoy time with family and friends as you taste-test and vote for the best team chili recipe. This event is free and open to the public. Saturday, March 31 UHCL, Alumni Plaza www.uhcl.edu/chilicookoff
Small Talk. Big Ideas. Breakfast Roundtable
The UHCL Alumni Association hosts a morning of fascinating discussions over breakfast with university experts. Select one of our conversationalists to chat with on a range of thoughtprovoking topics and enjoy! Tickets are $12 for UHCL students and alumni, or $15 for community members. Seating is limited. Tuesday, April 17 7:30-9 a.m. Bayou Building, Forest Room www.uhcl.edu/smalltalkbigideas
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