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History/Launch |
In Jan uary
1998, the University of Technology launched its Cultural Programme. The
UTech Centre for the Arts was later formally established to fulfill the
need for a link with Art, Science and Technology. The Cultural Programme
embodies the desire of the President of the University of Technology,
Jamaica, Dr. Rae Davis:
With the synergy of culture and
technology we can hope to produce a generation with the consciousness,
confidence, competence courage and, of course, the will to make change.
The Centre continues to be the beacon
of this “synergy of culture and technology” being pursued by Dr. Davis,
and it has grown tremendously since its inception. The UTech Centre for
the Arts is housed – for the time being – in one of the University’s
beautiful heritage buildings. Strategically situated in the centre of
the University campus, the Centre for the Arts has become like a nexus
linking the arts and technology, and adding its own creative flair to
the life and the humanities at the University.
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Vision/Mission Statements
Vision – The Centre
for the Arts will be a growing, nurturing and dynamic centre of
excellence.
Mission Statement –
To facilitate the development of a holistic human being, sustained
through the Arts, within an environment that fosters the growth of
authentic enquiring minds.
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Goals/aims of Centre
General objectives:
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To allow
for meaningful exposure to the arts as part of the improved quality
and variety of educational experiences at UTech.
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To produce
graduates capable of fusing the creativity embedded in the arts with
the wonders of technology
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It is our
aim to instill a broad sense of cultural awareness on the campus.
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It is our
long-term goal to create an art ensemble involving students, faculty
and staff from all departments.
Specific Objectives
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Students
will learn self-expression, teamwork, time management and master
observation skills after receiving professional exposure to the arts
and culture.
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Students’
lives will be enriched with periodical exhibitions of Fine Art, Song,
Dance and Drama.
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As students
participate in extra-curricular activities they will be able to
positively reduce stress levels while stimulate creative artistic
expressions on campus.
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Students’
knowledge base and their experiences in non-traditional areas will be
developed and possibly they will uncover new career choices.
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