Works featured explore the connection between inherited ancestral practices and contemporary art

Pace University Art Gallery is pleased to co-present the 2022 New York Latin American Art Triennial (NYLAAT), a series of exhibitions and cultural programming at seven sites across New York City that launched earlier this month. The portion of the Triennial at Pace University Art Gallery opened with a public reception from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., remaining on view through October 29, 2022.

Titled, "Abya Yala: Structural Origins,” the 2022 NYLAAT examines the various processes and forms of creation inspired by traditional methodologies, materials and concepts which were implemented during the different stages of cultural and intellectual growth on the American continent. This project explores the inevitable repercussion that past generations had on the aesthetic, cultural or social values present in contemporary art in Latin America today. It also refers to the evolutionary processes in the arts which have influenced the different transformations that Latin American art has undergone. The 2022 NYLAAT seeks to establish the link between contemporary art on the continent and the premeditated use of materials, elements and forms of autochthonous expression of the first inhabitants of this region from the mats, baskets, goldsmith, pottery, textiles, altars, rituals, paintings closely related to tapestry, sculptures in clay, stone, metal, etc.

The 17 artists featured in the NYLAAT exhibition at Pace University Art Gallery include Allegra Pacheco (Costa Rica), Ana De Orbegoso (Perú), Armando Mariño (Cuba), Beradahil Marcelis "Bera Bauza” (Venezuela), José Castrellón (Panamá), José Chi Dzul (México), Karen Macher Nesta (Perú), Márcia Falcão (Brazil), Mariela Martin (Argentina), Mauricio Esquivel (El Salvador), Melissa Misla (US), Mildor Chevalier (Haití), Sabina Puppo (Uruguay), Sandra Monterroso (Guatemala), Santiago Jr. Ayala Cruz (Bolivia), Sharon Pérez (Bolivia), Soraya Abu Naba’a (Dominican Republic).

Exhibit dates/times (all free and open to the public)

On view: September 23–October 29, 2022

Artist/Curator Panel Discussion: Wednesday, October 12, 6:00 p.m.

Artist Talk by Melissa Misla: Thursday, October 27, 1:20 p.m.

* Please note that for COVID safety, proof of vaccination is required, face coverings are welcome, and no food or drink will be served.

About the New York Latin American Art Triennial

The New York Latin American Art Triennial is dedicated to organizing exhibitions and cultural programming through New York City to promote our Latin American culture. These exhibitions are intended to provide diverse educational programs that allow a place to engage with contemporary art expressions and investigate a deeper understanding of its role in society. We believe in the fundamental role of education and advocacy through art and in the preservation of the artistic and historic cultural legacies of the Latin American and Caribbean region. The New York Latin American Art Triennial seeks to galvanize the cultural landscape of the communities, complement the academic and visual arts programs of the galleries and institutions, and foster a wider appreciation of contemporary art and cultural understanding. Under the umbrella of the Bronx Hispanic Festival, additional Triennial exhibits and events are scheduled at BronxArtSpace, Boricua College (Bronx Campus), Governors Island at 405-B Colonels Row, Lehman College Art Gallery, Longwood Art Gallery at Hostos Community College, Pace University Art Gallery, Queens College Art Center, Teatro Latea at the Clemente Soto Velez Cultural and Educational Center.

About the Pace University Art Gallery

Founded with the conviction that art is integral to society, the Pace University Art Gallery is a creative laboratory and exhibition space that supports innovation and exploration for both artists and viewers. Open to students, staff, and faculty from across the Pace campuses and, equally, to the Lower Manhattan community and visitors from around the world, the Art Gallery encourages personal investigation and critical dialogue via thought-provoking contemporary art exhibits and public programming. Enhancing the Art Department's Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts programs, the Art Gallery offers students real-world opportunities to exhibit their own art and to work directly with professional artists to install and promote exhibitions.

About Dyson College of Arts and Sciences

Pace University’s liberal arts college, Dyson College, offers more than 50 programs, spanning the arts and humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and pre-professional programs (including pre-medicine, pre-veterinary, and pre-law), as well as many courses that fulfill core curriculum requirements. The College offers access to numerous opportunities for internships, cooperative education and other hands-on learning experiences that complement in-class learning in preparing graduates for career and graduate/professional education choices.

About Pace University

Pace University has a proud history of preparing its diverse student body for a lifetime of professional success as a result of its unique programs that combine immersive academics and real-world experiences. Pace is ranked the #1 private, four-year college in the nation for upward economic mobility by Harvard University’s Opportunity Insights, evidence of the transformative education the University provides.

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How did you become interested in pursuing a major in Commercial Dance?

I have always had a love for entertainment and felt as though commercial dance was a great avenue for me because it encompassed dance in both film and stage.

Why did you choose to attend Pace?

In my senior year of high school, I attended the Pace Dance Intensive that the Commercial Dance program offers in the fall. I had the opportunity to audition for the program at the intensive and the next evening attended a show put on by the Commercial Dance students. The show was unbelievable—the pure excellence and execution of movement blew me away! It set the bar high, and I knew that night it was something I wanted to be a part of.

What have your experiences been like with the Pace School of Performing Arts? Have certain faculty members been instrumental in your academic journey?

I reflect on so many memories in the last three years of school and I am overwhelmed with emotion. To be able to share the stage with my classmates and living in New York City is truly a blessing. Being taught by the best of the best is truly an honor. I know my freshman self would be so proud of me today. This program has changed how I look at myself, for the better. Though all of the faculty members have had a significant part in my collegiate career thus far, I would like to give recognition to Scott Jovovich. His long-lasting career and strong-minded work ethic is something that I truly admire. He gives his all to his students and I have found tremendous growth within myself under his wing.

To be able to share the stage with my classmates and living in New York City is truly a blessing. Being taught by the best of the best is truly an honor.

What activities related to your course of study have you participated in as a student?

I have been involved in main stage productions of both DANCESPACE [offered in the fall] and Dance Out Loud [offered in the spring] as well as the student choreography show, Emergence.

Are there any challenges you have overcome that you are proud of and would like to share?

Though I have learned many lessons and conquered many challenges throughout my time at Pace, singing was always a fear of mine. I promised myself before college that I would walk into every room with open arms and an open mind. Although I was terrified, I took vocal classes and walked in every day with a willingness to learn and that is something that I am proud of.

What would you like to do upon graduation/what are your career goals?

After graduation, I would like to move to Los Angeles to begin my professional dance career. After my outstanding semester with Pace in LA, I found a love for dance on film and television. One of my many goals is to dance alongside a musical artist and travel on a world tour.

What advice, if any, would you like to give to our current students?

Allow yourself grace and trust the process. Learning the academic and performance side of commercial dance is tedious and the fact that our faculty has figured out a way to convey all of the information learned in just four years is astounding. Being a senior, I can confidently look back on my years at Pace and say that I am proud of my work and honored to be a part of a program of this caliber.

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The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University is pleased to announce that Blake Hudson, Dean of Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, recently completed a residency at the Law School as a Haub Visiting Scholar. In their roles at Haub Law, Visiting Scholars collaborate with faculty, guest lecture classes, and work closely with students in Haub Law's Environmental Law Program and others. As previously announced, funding for the Haub Visiting Scholars was made possible by a generous gift from the Haub family in recognition of the essential role of environmental science, informatics and other technology and allied fields towards formulating environmental policy and law.

“The Elisabeth Haub School of Law is home to the #1 ranked environmental law program in the United States,” said Gilbert and Sarah Kerlin Distinguished Professor of Environmental Law and Associate Dean of Environmental Law Programs and Strategic Initiatives Jason Czarnezki. “Collaboration with top academics, like Dean Blake Hudson, allows our school to remain at the forefront of developments in environmental law and policy and our students to continue to learn from scholars at the top of their fields. It was an honor to welcome Blake to our law school and continue to enhance our environmental law program.”

During his time at Haub Law, Dean Blake Hudson was a guest lecturer in a variety of environmental law courses, including Climate Change Law, Natural Resources Law, Land Use Law, and Environmental Skills. Further, Dean Hudson conducted a faculty workshop where he presented his paper, “The Righteous Divide in American Policymaking,” which will be published later this year. A renowned land use scholar, he was also able to spend time meeting with Haub Law’s Land Use Law Center staff and students. Throughout his time at Haub Law, Dean Hudson brought his own research and experience to the role of the Haub Visiting Scholar.

Blake Hudson is the Dean of Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law. Previously he served as the Samuel T. Dell Professor of Law and Director of the Environmental Land Use and Real Estate Law Program at the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law. Prior to joining UF Law, Hudson held faculty roles at Stetson University College of Law, the Louisiana State University (LSU) Law Center and LSU’s College of the Coast & Environment, and the Houston Law Center. Before entering academia, he practiced at the law firm of Baker Botts in Houston. As a professor, Dean Hudson teaches courses related to property, environmental and natural resources law. His research focuses on the intersection of land use law, policy, and planning with natural resource management, as well as the complex role of private property rights and government institutions as solutions to common dilemmas.

Partnership with pan-African company, Wutiko, highlights economic development opportunities across the globe

Representatives from Nigeria, Senegal, Rwanda, Mauritius, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Cabo-Verde, Angola, Tanzania, and Kenya participated

Pace University’s Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems in collaboration with the pan-African company, Wutiko, today hosted its second edition of the international event, Opportunities in Africa.

Opportunities in Africa #NYC22 conference is intended to highlight and identify supports for economic development efforts across the continent. Panel discussions included the recent creation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the agreement’s expected impacts on agriculture, arts, education, energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology.

“Africa is an emerging powerhouse in technology, fueled by the creative, entrepreneurial minds that are so abundant there,” said Jonathan Hill, Dean of the Seidenberg School at Pace University. “This talent in Africa is a critical part of technology’s future, and we are delighted to host this event at Pace University.”

This year's event featured several African countries including Nigeria, Senegal, Rwanda, Mauritius, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Cabo-Verde, Angola, Tanzania, Kenya, and others.

“There is so much possibility for partnership between New York businesses and our counterparts across Africa. We hope to have demonstrated that today,” said Christelle Scharff, associate dean and professor of computer science at Seidenberg and twice Fulbright scholar in Senegal.

“Building a bridge between the opportunities in Africa and the rest of the world was something I felt almost obligated to do,” said Kémo Touré Jr., CEO of Wutiko. “There is so much available that it felt natural to bring these exceptional people and ideas together in New York.

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Pace students, faculty, staff and stakeholders were joined by distinguished guests, Assistant Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, Erick Salgado, and Deputy Commissioner of Trade Investment and Innovation at the Mayor’s Office for International Affairs, Dilip Chauhan.

Additional speakers included 23 year veteran CNN journalist, Umaro Djau; CEO of African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), Lydie Hakizimana; CEO of TAI Capital, Tope Imasekha and CNN news anchor Zain Asher.

About the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at Pace University

At Pace University’s Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems, students experience a best-of-breed technology education at one of the first comprehensive schools of computing in the nation. Strategically located in the heart of NYC’s tech scene, the Seidenberg School places students on the doorstep of New York’s most promising companies, whether they are established tech giants or exciting new start-ups. The school offers a range of online and in-person masters programs, including an online Master of Science in Computer Science degree. Through partnerships with leading corporations, banks, federal agencies, and global entities, the school’s curricula and programs are designed to give students the latest in computer science theory and invaluable hands-on practice to ground it. The faculty includes numerous cybersecurity experts who operate labs and centers providing students with practical experience and connections that lead to impressive internships and jobs.

About Pace University

Pace University has a proud history of preparing its diverse student body for a lifetime of professional success because of its unique programs that combine immersive academics and real-world experiences. Pace is ranked the #1 private, four-year college in the nation for upward economic mobility by Harvard University’s Opportunity Insights, evidence of the transformative education the University provides.

About Wutiko

Wutiko is an international, user-friendly, 360° platform that connects people to the best opportunities—jobs, internships, funding, or training—with the help of artificial intelligence algorithms. Users have access to a powerful management tool from their personalized dashboards.

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The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University is proud to announce that they have been ranked #1 in the top 50 Environmental Policy Centers of Excellence across the globe by the journal of Environmental Policy and Law (EPL). EPL is a global journal that seeks to publish cutting-edge scholarly works that have global significance. It provides a platform to facilitate an ideational understanding of international environmental policy, law, and institutional issues. The purpose of this ranking is to provide an overview of those institutions most active in the domain of environmental policy and law. Various criteria for selection were used in the calculation, including the quantity and quality of articles published in scholarly journals on environmental policy and on environmental law by authors affiliated with these institutions.

“Our environmental law program has a long-standing reputation for being a pioneer in the field of environmental law and continuing to keep ahead of the curve in the field,” said Gilbert and Sarah Kerlin Distinguished Professor of Environmental Law and Executive Director of Environmental Law Programs and Strategic Initiatives Jason J. Czarnezki. “We attract top-notch faculty to our institution and provide our students with the groundwork to be the next leaders in environmental law not just nationally, but globally. Our #1 ranking in the United States and this latest international accomplishment continues to recognize our environmental law program as the best of the best.”

This year, having received the number one ranking in the country for Environmental Law by U.S. News and World Report, makes it the second year in a row, and the third time in four years, that Haub Law has received the number one ranking for Environmental Law. The Environmental Law Program is widely known for signature programs including the Environmental Litigation Clinic, the Food and Farm Business Law Clinic (formerly the Food and Beverage Law Clinic), and the Jeffrey G. Miller National Environmental Law Moot Court Competition. Recently, the program also initiated the Environmental Law and Policy Hack Competition for law schools throughout the country. Last year, the Law School launched the Sustainable Business Law Hub, which will create opportunities for training, policy, and research that addresses global environmental challenges. The Law School is also home to leading centers of expertise, such as the Land Use Law Center, the Pace Energy and Climate Center, and the Global Center for Environmental Legal Studies. The Law School also hosts lectures and panels throughout the year featuring environmental scholars, advocates, and policymakers, and it recognizes leading international environmentalists through the annual presentation of the Elisabeth Haub Award for Environmental Law and Diplomacy, considered one of the world’s most distinguished awards in the field of environmental law.

Haub Law is one of only two law schools worldwide to be a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which provides students with the opportunity to draft memoranda, debate issues, and attend IUCN meetings, including the World Conservation Congress and U.S. National Committee meetings. The Law School is also Co-Secretariat to the IUCN Academy of Environmental Law, helping to nurture environmental legal education and promote the conceptual development of environmental law internationally. Through the United Nations Diplomacy Practicum, students provide assistance to UN country Missions by attending their meetings and preparing research on issues such as climate change, renewable energy, fisheries protection, and forest management. These opportunities provide Haub Law students with the tools they need to be national and international leaders in environmental law.