Monash University

Exhibitions

MUMA presents exhibitions of contemporary art by Australian and international artists. Focusing on curatorial research and commissioning, the program includes significant solo artist projects, thematic responses to current issues and exhibitions that contribute to shaping the recent history of art.

Public Programs

Public Programs include lectures, talks, workshops, symposia, screenings and events presented for students and the wider community, connecting people, art and ideas. Varied programs bring audiences into closer contact with artists and researchers, creating spaces for discussion and participation.

Education

MUMA Education engages students and teachers through tailored programs drawing on current exhibitions and the Monash University Collection. Trained educators and artists connect students to art in meaningful ways, promoting creative thinking and critical problem-solving skills. MUMA acknowledges the diversity of all children and provides a child safe environment.

Acknowledgements

This education resource has been produced by Monash University Museum of Art (MUMA) and developed by Melissa Bedford (Education and Audience Development, MUMA) in consultation with Zeta Wilson (Project Manager, Aboriginal Perspectives, VCAA) and Kathryn Hendy-Ekers (Curriculum Manager, Visual Arts & Media, VCAA). Unless otherwise stated, this resource draws upon interviews with artists conducted by freelance writer and proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander woman Nina Fitzgerald throughout 2019. The glossary was authored by librarian and educator Nathan 'Mudyi' Sentance a proud Wiradjuri man. Copyediting by Melissa Ratliff (Curator Research, MUMA), administrative support from Alicia Renew (Gallery Manager, MUMA), website support from Warisa Somsuphangsri (Communications Coordinator, MUMA) and Alkira Kinchela, a proud Gamilaroi/Worimi woman and Indigenous Trainee at MUMA.

The Deadly Learning identity has been designed by Little Rocket, a 100% Indigenous-owned business by Koorie artist Casey Atkinson, a proud Bangerang/Wiradjuri man from Shepparton.

We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners and Elders—past, present and emerging—of the lands on which Monash University operates. We acknowledge Aboriginal connection to material and creative practice on these lands for more than 60,000 years.

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