The Glass Center Opens at UC San Diego
The new Glass Center features hot shop for glassblowing and TONS more
he University of California San Diego recently celebrated the official opening of its new Glass Center, a dynamic space dedicated to advancing glass art, interdisciplinary collaboration and hands-on learning in the newly completed Ridge Walk Living and Learning Neighborhood.
“UC San Diego is a premier destination for arts and culture in the San Diego region, and we are proud to offer this new center for use by the campus as well as the broader community,” said Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla. “With design input from some of the world’s most renowned glass artists, this new center reflects our commitment to fostering innovation at the intersection of art, science and technology. I was proud to be one of the first students to create my own glass art on campus, and I encourage everyone to sign up for a class and make a masterpiece.”
Developed with input from leading figures in the field, the Glass Center is the newest addition to the university’s ArtsConnect initiative, UC San Diego’s entryway into its vibrant arts ecosystem. The 10,000-square-foot Glass Center will serve as a hub for students, faculty, staff, alumni and visiting artists, as well as the broader community, to explore the art of glassmaking. The center offers opportunities for all skill levels — from introductory classes for beginners to advanced studio space for established artists to create new work and refine their craft.
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