Colleagues, students, and friends of Dr. Rita L. Irwin gathered for an all day symposium and retirement celebration on May 4, 2024 in honour of the many and ongoing contributions Rita has made to Art Education and Curriculum Studies at the University of British Columbia and beyond. In an effort to celebrate and acknowledge the impact Rita has had on the field and the lineage of artists, teachers, and researchers that follow her influence the event created an opportunity for an exchange of ideas, memories, and excited wishes for the future contributions Rita might have planned for her retirement.
Program
Download a copy of Program here
Symposium
The symposium featured many different speakers on topics of Rita’s mentorship, a/r/tography, artful pedagogies, walking practices, and leadership. It was held at the Neville Scarfe Building on the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus.
Celebration
The celebration reception was held at the Haida House at the Museum of Anthropology also at UBC’s Vancouver campus.
Photo Gallery
A gallery of photos from the Symposium and Celebration will be available soon at the link below.