Good afternoon: The University of Delaware, our partner in the HBCU Photograph Preservation Project, is conducting a 4-week summer institute for undergraduates that may be interested in art conservation. Last summer one of our Spelman students participated and she is now enrolled in graduate school to become a photo preservation specialists. I hope that you will be able to encourage a student from your institution to pursue this institute, it's a great way to spend the summer. Take care. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Arts and Humanities Summer Institute at the University of Delaware provides highly motivated students with a unique opportunity to explore their interests in pursuing graduate studies. The 2011 Institute in Art Conservation will examine the fundamental properties of artists' materials as they relate to preventive conservation through a combination of hands-on activities, seminars, and field trips to area conservation labs. Art Conservation is an interdisciplinary field that builds upon a strong foundation in chemistry, studio arts, art history, history, and anthropology. The chemical properties of pigments, polymers, glass, and natural fibers influence the use of such materials as artistic media; understanding the role of these same properties in art and artifact deterioration helps to ensure the long-term preservation of cultural heritage treasures. Applications are due February 14, 2011. Undergraduate students in all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Participants selected for the Institute will receive a stipend; housing, transportation to and from the University of Delaware, and course materials are covered by the program. For more details and application instructions, see http://www.art-sci.udel.edu/ahsi/ Loretta Parham, CEO & Director Atlanta University Center Woodruff Library P Before printing, think about the environment ----------------------------------------- ************************************************************************************************** The contents of this email and any attachments are confidential. They are intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager or the sender immediately and do not disclose the contents to anyone or make copies. ** IronMail scanned this email for viruses, vandals and malicious content. ** **************************************************************************************************