Surfacing: A Trio of Exhibitions by MUSE Faculty and Students

Event Image
a graphic poster picturing a person lying on a street bench with text: Q. What's the difference between a prisoner of war and a homeless person? A. Under the Geneva Convention, a prisoner of war is entitled to food, shelter and medical care.

University Gallery presents a trio of exhibitions by MUSE faculty and students to draw attention to ideas, individuals, and cultural and artistic forms that are worthy of further examination. They merit surfacing

An opening event is set for 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 18.

Transgressive: From the Guerrilla Girls to Pussy Riot 

Curated by RIT Museum Studies Program Director Juilee Decker presents cartoons, posters, and prints from both of these feminist, activist collectives.

Jerrold Smith: The Student, The Craftsman, The Drifter

Gabriella Smith (class of 2025) recovers the life and work of jeweler and designer Jerrold B. Smith (1941-1986) who attended, and subsequently taught at, RIT’s School for American Crafts before launching his design career with Ray-Ban.

Ruffles and Rebellion: An Unveiling of Lolita Fashion

Carolyn Lee (class of 2025) examines a complex, misunderstood, and (on occasion) extravagant fashion involving Victorian-silhouetted dresses, playful pastel prints, and a lifestyle that ultimately intersects with feminism.


Contact
Dr. Juilee Decker
Event Snapshot
When and Where
February 12, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 13, 2025
9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 14, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 15, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 17, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 18, 2025
9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 19, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 20, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 21, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 22, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 24, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 25, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 26, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 27, 2025
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
February 28, 2025
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
March 01, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
March 03, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
March 04, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
March 05, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
March 06, 2025
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
March 07, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
March 08, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Room/Location: Booth Hall, 2nd Floor
Who

Open to the Public

Interpreter Requested?

No