VISION STATEMENT
As an association of persons who have benefited from a liberal arts education (most from a Sweet Briar education), the Friends of Art are dedicated to the development of the whole person. In addition to providing personal enrichment, education in the arts has been shown to help develop self-discipline, self-expression, teamwork, leadershiip, and skills that enable one to think creatively and critically about many aspects of professional and personal endeavors.

MISSION STATEMENT
In an effort to help create a balanced society at Sweet Briar, the Friends of Art support the active presentation of works of art to the entire College community, in part through the provision of a professional art museum open to all. The museum provides opportunities for learning not only to art students, but also to every member of the community. Further, the art museum provides the unique experience of first-hand encounters with works of art, expanding on the slide-lecture method. These educational experiences range from quiet, meditative, individual experiences of works of art to interactive, group experiences to tour programs and outreach. The Friends of Art support special exhibtions, publications, lectures, special events, travel, and tours, and fund the acquisition of works of art for the permanent collection. Additionally, the Friends of Art provide a link, through alumnae working for and interested in the arts, between students and larger society by assisting students with opportunities for internships and career development. The Friends of Art also provide a resource for the planning and incorporation of the visual arts in the campus environment.

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