Thanks to the generosity of endowments and donor support, the center is proud to offer a co-sponsorship program for humanities events. These events, including conferences, speaker series, classroom visits, and workshops, are organized collaboratively by faculty, staff, graduate and undergraduate students, and community members. This program embodies the center’s missions of fostering intellectual exploration, interdisciplinary dialogues and community engagement.
Program Highlights
Art of Unity Showcase
The Art of Unity Showcase, held in February, exemplified the center’s commitment to fostering community through the arts. With 121 attendees, the event commenced with an art gallery showcasing local Gainesville artists and facilitated networking with art organizations through sponsor tables. Attendees enjoyed a communal meal and interactive photo stations, creating lasting memories. The evening featured 15 diverse performances, including live art-painting, saxophone solos, and spoken word, all hosted by Tesnie Louissaint and Jose Carlos Lopez-de Cespedes. Interludes included a dance competition, a panel discussion with local arts organizations, and a crowd fashion show, highlighting themes of growth and unity. The event successfully united the Gainesville and UF communities, celebrating artistic diversity and collaboration.
SLIICK GARDEN
Youth Program The center was also proud to offer support to the SLIICK GARDEN Youth program. Through this support, the program was able to engage 20 enthusiastic volunteers dedicated to fostering sustainable gardening practices and community-wide environmental stewardship. Following its launch, SLIICK GARDEN has yielded abundant, nutritious produce, promoted healthier eating habits, and all while providing educational opportunities in sustainable agriculture and organic gardening techniques. The garden itself has become a hub for social cohesion, bridging generations, and enhancing community connections.