Alyson Shields

The works of Georgia artist Melissa Huang will be on display at Brenau University’s Leo Castelli Gallery starting Jan. 11. Huang will speak during the opening reception from 5:30-7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 11, in the Redwine Lobby just outside of the gallery in the John S. Burd Performing Arts Center on the historic Gainesville campus. The solo exhibit features paintings and video self-portraiture.

Brenau University awarded degrees to more than 200 graduates this winter at two commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 15. About 210 students completed their studies during the fall semester; 161 completed graduate coursework and 49 completed undergraduate degrees, including 30 graduates from The Women’s College. Katara Phelps initially began working toward a degree 17 years ago, but enrolled at Brenau in 2012 after being introduced by a friend.

Brenau students will showcase their artwork during a special exhibition at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta this spring. The artwork will be on display as part of the annual student exhibition through Jan. 29, 2024, in the Stent Family Wing of the Education Center at the High. A special reception honoring the students is scheduled from 2-4 p.m. Jan. 7, 2024.