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Harn Museum showcases abstract artist's work

"Rediscovering Slobodkina: A Pioneer of American Abstraction" will debut today at the Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, showcasing the work of Esphyr Slobodkina.

Harn, schools team up to display student–art

A partnership between the Harn Museum of Art and the Alachua County school system is breeding the next generation of student Picassos.

Death of Polaroid is end of an era

For most, the start of the new year signaled a fresh beginning, but for Polaroid film it marked the end of an era. Last year Polaroid announced that it would stop making instant film, and it should be phased out of stores by 2009. To many people in this digital age, Polaroids are no more than ancient relics, but to those in fashion, art and photography industries they are very much alive.

Exhibit allows patrons to experience art blindfolded

Most museums warn patrons to keep their hands off the art, but at Saturday's MindSight exhibit, people were encouraged to do the opposite.

Fashioning Kimono: Now on display at the Harn Museum of Art

A flurry of colors and designs ranging from cartoon floral prints to men on fishing boats adorn the kimonos now on display at the Harn Museum. One "little boy kimono" is embellished with images of battle ships and airplanes flying over water, which signifies the mark of World War II. Many of the women's kimonos display vibrant colors and geometric shapes. These were to mimic the idea of "art deco," influenced from Western culture. Fashioning Kimono, the exhibit flaunting numerous types of kimonos, dates from the late 19th century to early 20th century.

Religion program at UF strong, does not deserve to be cut

The budget cut proposal presented by CLAS last week targeted the Department of Religion as one of the programs set for a substantial cut, threatening its future as a viable program. Founded in 1946, the Department of Religion at UF is an undeniably strong program dedicated and essential to the ideals of a liberal arts education.

Future of CLAS needs to include strong religion program

Last Wednesday College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Dean Paul D'Anieri revealed possible CLAS budget cuts which, if implemented, would reduce funding for the Department of Religion at UF by 65 percent. This would leave the department with a mere four faculty members and would likely end the graduate program.

Kimono exhibit varies between traditional, modern

The Harn Museum of Art will be hosting an international loan exhibition featuring the kimono, Japan's national costume.

The A–List: Budget friendly

So your financial aid disbursement didn't exactly go as planned. Your wallet may have seen better days, but don't let a lack of funds put a damper on your fun. There are plenty of ways to kill time in Gainesville that don't require any transactions from your bank account.

Harn Museum displays Andy Warhol photographs

Andy Warhol's art can be seen on posters, tote bags and, thanks to a grant, at UF's Harn Museum of Art.

National story-gathering project comes to Gainesville

You don't have to run for president to become part of American history.

UF may gain more authority over building funds

TAMPA - UF may have found another way to jump-start stalled construction projects after some members of the Board of Governors expressed support Thursday for giving universities greater flexibility in using state money.

UF honors 9/11 victims with memorial, campus events

Seven years ago, the tragedy of the Sept. 11 attacks reverberated across the nation.

UF's Board of Trustees discuss conduct code, graduation rate, budget

In its first day of meetings, UF's Board of Trustees discussed revisions to the Student Conduct Code, incentives to get students to graduate faster and rumored budget cuts later this year.

Eating on campus not limited to just dining halls

If you're ready to break away from your new-found diet of instant noodles and yesterday's pizza, there are plenty of on-campus alternatives, with UF offering choices ranging from sushi to Starbucks.

UF in India program gives UF students rural experience

Sitting outside of a coffee shop, Hanna Moerland sipped from a cup of tea and reflected on her state of reverse culture shock.

Harn Museum to remain open six days a week

The Harn Museum of Art will remain open six days a week despite an earlier budget-cutting plan that would have closed the building on Tuesdays.

Harn Museum brings Wonderland to campus

For Harn Museum of Art visitors, Wonderland may no longer be an imaginary realm.

Harn Museum opens new African identity video exhibit

Harn Museum opens new African identity video exhibit

The ambiguity of African social identity will be the focus of the Harn Museum of Art's newest exhibit, which opens today.