Exploring collaborative pathways in arts education and research

    The University of the Visual and Performing Arts (UVPA) hosted a delegation from Randolph College, USA, on 22nd May 2025 for a preliminary round of discussions aimed at establishing academic collaboration between the two institutions.The meeting focused on exploring potential avenues of cooperation in areas such as art research, postgraduate education, and undergraduate student exchange programs. In addition, UVPA extended an invitation to Randolph College to participate in its short-term creative art education programs, which offer unique opportunities for international engagement in the visual and performing arts.

    Both institutions, with academic legacies dating back to the 1890s, acknowledged the value of leveraging their respective strengths to foster global academic partnerships. The discussions emphasized a shared commitment to promoting intercultural dialogue, academic excellence, and creative innovation through collaborative initiatives.

    The leadership of both UVPA and Randolph College expressed optimism regarding the future of the partnership, and outlined the need for developing formal frameworks to facilitate student and faculty mobility, joint research projects, and curriculum development in the creative disciplines.

    This meeting marks a significant milestone in UVPA’s ongoing efforts to enhance its international profile and create opportunities for its academic community to engage with global peers.