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… and the Vincent Price Art Museum (VPAM) are pleased to announce its selection to present the innovative exhibition and educational platform "We Place Life at the Center / Situamos la vida en el centro" at the 2025 Association of Academic … said Joseph Valencia, Curator of Exhibitions at VPAM. "This project exemplifies how academic museums can serve as vital educational laboratories where students directly engage with exhibition development while addressing urgent global challenges … community … About Vincent Price Art Museum … The Vincent Price Art Museum at East Los Angeles College serves as a unique educational resource for the diverse audiences of the college and the community through the exhibition, interpretation, …

… Army veteran to an accomplished student at East Los Angeles College (ELAC) is a testament to perseverance and the power of education. Hong, a former Preventive Medicine Specialist who served in the Army for five years from 2017 to 2022, found his … he gained valuable life experiences, traveled the world, and developed leadership skills. The idea of pursuing higher education struck Hong during a challenging land navigation exercise. Inspired by successful veterans who excelled in college, …

… ELAC's Vincent Price Art Museum Foundation board. True to his roots, Dr. Zapanta had long been committed to the cause of education in the Hispanic community. Dr. Zapanta was a founding member of the USC Mexican-American Alumni Scholarship Fund, … frequently mentored high school, college, and medical students and encouraged students to strive continually for a better education. Dr. Zapanta's and his wife Rebecca's passion for Mexican art resulted in a unique and well-recognized collection …

… and raised in East Los Angeles and graduated from Garfield High School and ELAC before going on to receive his medical degree from USC. Dr. Zapanta built a respected legacy of philanthropy and civic leadership while also mentoring high school, …

… are managed and dispersed by the East Los Angeles College Foundation and they showcased an extraordinary commitment to education and empowering the next generation of leaders. The ELAC Foundation also announced a new endowment which will be … not only speaks volumes about the generosity of our community, but also reflects our collective belief in the power of education to transform lives. Through these scholarships, we are empowering deserving students to unlock their full potential …

… … proudly presents … We Place Life at the Center / Situamos la vida en el centro … , an exhibition, publication, and educational platform exploring points of exchange among art, science, and environmental justice in the Americas. The project … partner with our students and colleagues at East Los Angeles College,” said … VPAM Director Steven Wong … . “The project’s educational component allowed us to offer a new interdisciplinary course and travel program to Mexico City’s Xochimilco last …   … About Vincent Price Art Museum … The Vincent Price Art Museum (VPAM) at East Los Angeles College serves as a unique educational resource for the diverse audiences of the college and the community through the exhibition, interpretation, …