Group encourages student art appreciation

November 10, 2009

At an institution known for its distinction in both sports and scholarship, University of Florida arts organizations are struggling to develop younger audiences. For many college students, adoration for the performing arts gets lost somewhere between midterms and Midtown. Yet, without the continued support and arts education of young patrons, the performing arts would cease to exist.

So how does the arts community find and foster the next generation’s patrons?

The University of Florida Performing Arts Student Encore Circle was created to engage students interested in the arts, support other arts organizations through volunteer efforts and coordinate social events infused with meaningful artistic learning. Members support the arts while also receiving exclusive benefits, like backstage tours.

My fellow Gators, consider the worth of your time and money. The habits we form here can encourage the beginnings of a life-long appreciation for the performing arts.

For more information on the Student Encore Circle, visit http://www.performingarts.ufl.edu.

Mallory Zuckerman
President, Students for the Performing Arts