The 2024-25 JustArts Fellows cohort will present their interdisciplinary projects addressing social issues through the arts. Each presentation will showcase their creative work, from visual arts and performances to community initiatives, aimed at fostering social change.

“Digital Art Inspired by Indigenous Tradition”

  • Nicolette “Niko” Gomez, senior undergraduate student
  • School of Art (BA, Design Arts & Practice), minoring in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Eller College of Management

“Tucson Zines Online — Creating a Digital Archive of Tucson Zines Throughout the Years”

  • Ruben “Ben” Reynoso, senior undergraduate student
  • W.A. Franke Honors College; College of Information Sciences (BS, Information Science); School of Theatre, Film & Television (BA, Film and Television)

“Harmonizing Movement: Inclusive Improv Jams”

  • Mackenzie “Kenzie” Roberts, second-year graduate student
  • Graduate College; School of Dance (MFA, Dance)

“Fit to Perform”

  • Taryn Williamson, third-year undergraduate student
  • W.A. Franke Honors College; School of Music (BA, Vocal Performance); School of Theatre, Film & Television (BA, Live and Screened Performance)

“Imagining Climate Futures: Worldmaking through Community-Based Narrative Storytelling and Climate Fiction”

  • Chris Zatarain, second-year graduate student
  • Graduate College; Graduate Interdisciplinary Degree program (MA, Applied Intercultural Arts Research

After the presentations, stay for the celebration where attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the fellows and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

Explore how the arts drive advocacy and transformation at Arizona Arts and throughout the University of Arizona. RSVP to attend!

About JustArts

The JustArts Fellowship for Student Leaders in the Arts is a program through Equity in the Arts where students develop projects that increase access to meaningful arts experiences.

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