CAMPUS DEVELOPMENTS10WELCOME SUZANNELENZ AND RICKSTRAWBRIDGE!The <strong>Institute</strong> is happy <strong>to</strong> welcome Suzanne Lenz andRic<strong>hard</strong> Strawbridge <strong>to</strong> our team. Both Suzanne and Rickbegan their positions at the <strong>Institute</strong> in November 2010and have quickly become integral <strong>to</strong> the <strong>Institute</strong>community. Suzanne joins the <strong>Institute</strong> as the vicepresident <strong>of</strong> development. She brings with her more than10 years <strong>of</strong> leadership fundraising experience fororganizations such as the Children’s Museum inPortsmouth, NH, theMerrimackRepara<strong>to</strong>ry Theatre,Lowell, MA, andmost recently atRAW <strong>Art</strong> Works inLynn, MA. Lenzreceived her master’sdegree in <strong>Art</strong>sAdministration fromthe University <strong>of</strong>Wisconsin, School <strong>of</strong>Business and herbachelor’s degree in SUZANNE LENZ<strong>Art</strong> His<strong>to</strong>ry andGerman Literature from Mount Holyoke College inMassachusetts.Rick, who served on the <strong>Institute</strong>’s Board <strong>of</strong> Trusteesfrom 2002 <strong>to</strong> 2010, has been appointed <strong>to</strong> the role <strong>of</strong>executive vice president. Prior <strong>to</strong> his position at the<strong>Institute</strong>, Rick worked as the chief operating <strong>of</strong>ficer forWiggin & Nourie, a law firm inManchester, NH, since 1982and managed many facets <strong>of</strong>the company includingmarketing, financial planning,human resources, informationtechnology and strategicplanning. An avid fine artpho<strong>to</strong>grapher, Rick is also analumnus <strong>of</strong> the CertificateProgram in Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy,which he completed in 2001.Rick received his Master <strong>of</strong>Business Administrationdegree from NortheasternRICK STRAWBRIDGEUniversity in Bos<strong>to</strong>n andBachelor <strong>of</strong> <strong>Art</strong>s degree from Florida State University.Both Suzanne and Rick’s <strong>of</strong>fices are located in the EmmaBlood French Building at 148 Concord Street. Please feelfree <strong>to</strong> s<strong>to</strong>p by and say hello! Welcome Suzanne and Rick!CALLING ALLBUSINESSES!The <strong>Institute</strong> is pleased <strong>to</strong> announce the 9th Annual BusinessCampaign! We invite <strong>your</strong> business <strong>to</strong> participate in <strong>this</strong> importantinitiative by contributing <strong>to</strong> one <strong>of</strong> our many programs—includingexhibits, lectures, events and scholarship endowments.As a sponsor, <strong>your</strong> business will have the opportunity <strong>to</strong>directly support The <strong>Institute</strong>’s mission and become a member <strong>of</strong>leadership business donors committed <strong>to</strong> building the artscommunity in the region. In return, <strong>your</strong> business will receivesignificant visibility, including acknowledgement in publications,on the website, and in the media.The partnership between the business community and highereducation in the fine arts is essential <strong>to</strong> the insurance <strong>of</strong> a creativeworkforce. Through business sponsorships, the <strong>Institute</strong> is alsoable <strong>to</strong> showcase the work <strong>of</strong> nationally renowned artists throughgallery exhibits and lectures that are free and open <strong>to</strong> the public.There are many areas <strong>of</strong> support in which contributions madeby area businesses help <strong>to</strong> improve, such as:The Annual FundExhibitions and Public PresentationsThe Annual Preview PartyScholarship EndowmentsCapital ImprovementsIn-Kind Equipment or ServicesCourse MaterialsPr<strong>of</strong>essional DevelopmentEquipment UpgradesPlease help us reach our campaign goal <strong>of</strong> $60,000. If <strong>your</strong>business is interested in participating in the 2011 BusinessCampaign, please contact Julia LaFleur, development associate at(603) 836-2546 or email jlafleur@nhia.edu.LOOKING FOR A CREATIVE WAY TOSUPPORT THE INSTITUTE? BECOMEPREVIEW PARTY SPONSOR!The <strong>New</strong> <strong>Hampshire</strong> <strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Art</strong> will host the 5th AnnualPreview Party on May 21, 2011. We invite <strong>your</strong> business <strong>to</strong> becomea sponsor <strong>of</strong> <strong>this</strong> popular celebration! The Preview Party is the<strong>Institute</strong>’s major fundraising event, supporting scholarshipsthrough ticket sales and business sponsorships, while providing awonderful opportunity for attendees <strong>to</strong> purchase exceptionalstudent artwork before the public opening <strong>of</strong> the his<strong>to</strong>ric AnnualStudent Exhibition! Last year’s Preview Party welcomedmore than 400 attendees from throughout <strong>New</strong><strong>Hampshire</strong> and successfully raised over $25,000. Your businesscan help us reach our goal <strong>of</strong> $30,000 for scholarships <strong>this</strong> year,and an increase in attendance.The Preview Party showcases the best <strong>of</strong> student artworkwhile providing tremendous visibility for our corporate sponsors.Sponsorship benefits will include extensive media recognition andevent signage, recognition in the newsletter sent <strong>to</strong> 5,000individuals and businesses, and complimentary tickets. Pleasecontact Julia if you are interested!NEW HAMPSHIRE INSTITUTE OF ART
ATTENTION ALL INTERIORDESIGN TRADEPROFESSIONALS!Join us as we host the first annual Design Alliance, whereinterior designers and trade pr<strong>of</strong>essionals come <strong>to</strong>gether onTuesday, May 3, 2011, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm. The event will be held inthe French Building Audi<strong>to</strong>rium, 148 Concord Street, Manchester.Meet practicing interior designers, who are alumni <strong>of</strong> the InteriorDesign Certificate Program, and welcome our most recentgraduates as they enter the design pr<strong>of</strong>ession. The event is anopportunity for open networking and <strong>to</strong> share <strong>your</strong> products andservices with practicing interior designers.In addition <strong>to</strong> interior design alumni, attendees includefurniture s<strong>to</strong>re representatives, textile representatives, plumbers,kitchen and bath showrooms, granite dealers, painters, architects,electricians, real<strong>to</strong>rs and more! If you are interested in attending<strong>this</strong> event, please email june@jellendesign.com.THE INSTITUTE AT THEFRANCO AMERICANCENTERIn January 2011, the <strong>Institute</strong> signed a three-yearlease/purchase agreement with the his<strong>to</strong>ric FrancoAmerican Center at 52 Concord Street in Manchester, inorder <strong>to</strong> make room for the expanding collections <strong>of</strong> the TetiLibrary and Special Collections at Fuller Hall. The 100-yearoldFranco American Building will now become home <strong>to</strong>the Admissions, Registrar and Financial Aid Offices. The TetiLibrary will remain at Fuller Hall and will now occupy twoareas on the first floor. Please s<strong>to</strong>p by either the Teti Libraryor the Franco American Center <strong>to</strong> check out our changesand say hello <strong>to</strong> our staff!SCHOLARSHIPSAWARDEDEach year, the <strong>Institute</strong> awards a number <strong>of</strong> scholarships<strong>to</strong> honor academic merit. Thanks <strong>to</strong> generous donationsfrom our family <strong>of</strong> contribu<strong>to</strong>rs, we are proud <strong>to</strong> support the<strong>hard</strong> work and ongoing achievements <strong>of</strong> <strong>Institute</strong> students.Faculty and staff work closely with all students <strong>to</strong>ensure their academic success throughout their years atNHIA. The students who receive scholarships have proventheir ability <strong>to</strong> balance studio time with their study efforts.According <strong>to</strong> Cami Czohara, financial aid direc<strong>to</strong>r,“Students are encouraged <strong>to</strong> take advantage <strong>of</strong> on-campusresources like the Academic Support Center and Advising.Achieving good grades betters their chances for bothendowed and private scholarship awards.”In the 2010-2011 academic school year the followingscholarships were issued:Corbin T. Hunter Memorial Scholarship <strong>to</strong> a studentenrolled full-time in the <strong>Art</strong> Education Program with a3.0 GPA or higher: Kristin Boyle.Basilia Gakidis Scholarship <strong>to</strong> a non-traditionalBFA student with a focus on any concentration:Kathleen Knox.Paul and Ann Harvey Scholarship nominated by theAcademic Dean for up <strong>to</strong> three BFA students enteringSophomore, Junior or Senior years: Sara Baradaran,Jessica Durant, Chelsea Fruci, Anne Gaiero, Stephen W.Green, Melissa A. Greenwood, Joanna L. Hall, KristineL. Krakowski, Diane Macpherson, Jenny L Meskauskas,Jillian Murphy, Katrina M. Poor, and Andrew T. S<strong>to</strong>ltz.John Hubenthal Scholarship <strong>to</strong> a student entering theirJunior or Senior year who has shown both academicand artistic promise. Faculty review and nominate theindividual: Edward Hentnik.Kristin Johanna Scannell Scholarship <strong>to</strong> a student fromManchester High School enrolling full-time andidentifying his/her concentration as painting orillustration: Peter Gagne.Annually Funded Scholarship: Lauren Scales, EmilyPalmquist, Loki Huot.NHIA relies on donations from staff, faculty and thecommunity <strong>to</strong> fund these important scholarships. If you areinterested in contributing <strong>to</strong> an Endowed Scholarship or <strong>to</strong>the Annually Funded Scholarship Fund, please contactSuzanne Lenz at suzannelenz@nhia.edu or(603) 836-2547.AROUND CAMPUS11866-241-4918 • WWW.NHIA.EDU