The Journey of Courage: Crossing Physical and Emotional Paths
Jenifer Carreon
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WHY: Starting a new life in the US is full of hope, fear, and strength, but the road to feeling at home can be difficult...
VAPA Senior Presentation 2025
Miranda LaValley & Bryanna Valladares
Miranda LaValley
My work is a collection of personal experiences—both real and imagined—as well as tributes to the places, people, and stories that shaped who...
Project Build
Madeline McIntosh
Major(s)/Minor(s)
Public school funding has experienced a prolonged decline, leading to the reduction of programs outside the main curriculum, particularly extracurriculars. This disproportionately affects low-income families...
Sewing Art and Craft Together: A Historical and Creative Perspective
Savannah Shanley
Major(s)/Minor(s)
In modern times, efforts have been made to include a variety of artists and art forms in the range of art historical research. Despite the...
Children's Book Illustration: Connecting History to the Present
Kayana Hartsfeld
Major(s)/Minor(s)
My project was to research how children’s book illustration began and how it can still inspire creators today. I will give a brief history of...
El Camino: The Path to the American Dream
Melanie Calan Sanchez
Major(s)/Minor(s)
As a child of immigrants, I have grown a deep appreciation for my life here in America and take full advantage of the opportunities available...
Increasing Engagement Opportunities for Community Arts in Winston-Salem, NC
Augusta Graham and Peyton Corder
Major(s)/Minor(s)
This study explores how increased access to arts programming engages community members and encourages them to provide more support for arts non-profit initiatives. Research indicates...
"Mellow Yellow"
Rici Gatti
Major(s)/Minor(s)
Colors have an affect on us mentally, psychally, and emotionally. My project will include research on Albert Munsell and the Munsell Color System. I will...