Creative B program returns to UF, highlights culture

June 7, 2011

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida is gearing up for an increase in cultural activity during its summer B semester June 27 to Aug. 5 with a collaborative program called Creative B.

Introduced by the Office of the Provost in 2010, Creative B consolidates the collective resources and talents of the many creative programs at UF. Participants may choose from distinctive courses with an artistic edge, a variety of live cultural performances and a wide range of interdisciplinary summer activities.

Partners, including UF’s College of Fine Arts, Harn Museum of Art, Performing Arts, Florida Museum of Natural History, College of Journalism and Communications, College of Engineering, Student Affairs and Smathers Libraries, have contributed a diverse slate of interdisciplinary programs and even some new courses that emphasize creativity and creative skill-building.

“These experiences will be enjoyed by all, but they are a particularly fitting welcome for our new freshman class and students and families visiting during Preview,” said College of Fine Arts Dean Lucinda Lavelli. “This is an exciting way to give everyone a taste of the creativity and collaboration that is part of the Gator Nation.”

For more information on Creative B or for the latest event information, visit: http://creativeb.aa.ufl.edu/.