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Join us for an Artist Talk with Anthony Washington on Saturday, July 27th

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Community Folk Art Center Gallery 

Admission is free and open to the public refreshments will be provided 

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About the exhibition : The Community Folk Art Center presents “People, Please.”, a solo exhibition of 41 mixed media and photography pieces from Syracuse-based artist, Anthony Washington. As a black neurodivergent artist, hip hop music, particularly elements of sampling, jazz, soul, and graffiti have shaped Washington’s identity as a black man. Throughout his upbringing, he silently found blackness in a whitewashed community through hip-hop and protected himself through his headphones, locs, camera, sketchbook, and cans of spray paint. The places he called “home” as a young adult were ultimately just environments of chaos where he stored his belongings.  “There is a unique expectation that applies to being raised in an environment where the color of your skin poses a threat to the status quo. “My objective is to encourage young black men like me to express themselves freely without stigmatization and find their voices wherever they exist.” Says artist, Anthony Washington.

 

 

Enjoy an evening of live performances by the 2024 Girls Rise Up Cohort. This event is free and open to the public, refreshments will be provided.

Friday, July 26th 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 

Community Folk Art Center Black Box Theater – 805 East Genesee Street Syracuse, NY 13210

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Community Folk Art Center is elated to present Jose Miguel Hernandez Hurtado’s one-man play From Cuba to ‘Cuse, in celebration of Latine Heritage Month.  From Cuba to ‘Cuse is Jose Miguel’s story of his journey from his homeland Cuba to Syracuse, New York. His one-man play will take you through his transition and culture shock in the United States. General admission is $25.00 additional donations are welcomed to support La Joven Guardia del Teatro.

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From Cuba To ‘Cuse; A One Man Show by Jose Miguel

Join our team at The Community Folk Art Center!  We are currently hiring for an Office Coordinator.

About the Role : The Office Coordinator serves as the initial departmental representative to incoming constituencies, and handles a variety of tasks providing operational support and general assistance. The Office Coordinator is present in the office to provide services to campus constituents.

Reporting to the Community Folk Art Center’s (CFAC) Administrative Specialist, the Office Coordinator’s duties include, but are not limited to performing administrative duties and secretarial support for CFAC. This position will manage the front desk operations and assist with the supervision of student workers. The Office Coordinator will purchase office supplies and resources in support of programs and events. The position is responsible for answering the phone, managing the office calendar, responding to office emails, managing walk-in traffic, and scheduling tours in the Center. This position has significant student and staff interaction and a high level of multitasking is required in a fast-paced work environment.

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Get ready for the STEM from Dance Pop Up. Join us at The Community Folk Art Center on Saturday, June 29th from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM for a one-day educational program for girls ages 8-18.  During a day filled with music and learning, students will complete rotational activities that will show them the wonders and possibilities of science, technology, engineering, and math! If you are interested please submit the interest form below.

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Location: Community Folk Art Center -805 E. Genesee Street, Syracuse, New York

Dates: July 8^th – 26^th | Monday-Friday, 9:00 am- 3:00 pm

To Apply Contact Cedric T. Bolton at ctbolton@syr.edu

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ABOUT THE ROLE :  As a STEM Instructor, you will boldly lead girls in our 3-week immersive summer program, Girls Rise Up. While your main task is to teach STEM skills, you also help build the confidence and thinking skills of our girls with the end goal of preparing them for a future in STEM. You will facilitate learning about computer science, how it integrates with dance, and how students can bring their very own ideas to life. You will become a trusted advisor and role model to our girls, with the belief that all girls have the ability to succeed in STEM. Girls Rise Up is a STEM-based program where girls of color learn to code, dance, and discover their STEM potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach STEM curricular lessons designed by STEM From Dance – topics are mainly computer science and engineering design – and facilitate the creation of student-led projects.

• Follow and execute the day-to-day curriculum and schedule provided by STEM From Dance.

• Manage, assess, and adapt instruction based on student’s progress and proficiency in hard and soft computer science skills.

• Co-lead, with a dance instructor, a cohort of 15-25 girls, and cultivate a collaborative, engaging and empowering community and learning environment.

• Assist in preparing students for the Girls Rise Up Showcase and Ensemble
• Support general Girls Rise Up operations and logistics.
• Attend team meetings and trainings as required both before and during programming.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Passion for and demonstrated interest in the STEM From Dance mission
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including being self-directed and entrepreneurial
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with girls of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to think big, generate ideas, and implement solutions to complex problems
• Ability to be consistent, timely, and meet deadlines with focus, initiative, and drive
• Maintain a positive outlook, flexibility, and sense of possibility in stressful situations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational background in or work experience with computer programming is required.

• Demonstrated experience and maturity in managing a classroom of 15-25 students preferred.

• Previous experience teaching computer science or a related subject preferred.
• Experience teaching in an academically diverse and culturally responsive classroom community is preferred.
• Experience being the “other” in a majority setting is preferred.

SALARY

• The pay rate is to be determined based on qualifications.