ARTS POLICY AND LEADERSHIP

I learned a lot about public policy which was something I hadn't focused on here at Duke.

I learned a lot about what arts policy was, from the history of it to how it relates to my everyday life. I also learned great project-based skills like time management and communication. Furthermore, I learned how to write a policy brief, which is something I didn't know how to do before.

Critical analysis of policies and institutions - i.e. considering how institutions are created and situated, and how this impacts the people attracted to this institution and how that institution is perceived

I was able to build knowledge in U.S. public policy, art and the intersection of both in a very engaging and practical way.

I learned a lot of subtle, overlooked concepts. Creative placemaking, the interplay of public/private/non-profit institutions, and this is the biggest thing: a greater appreciation of arts institutions & events around me. Before this class, I really didn't look to go to museums or art exhibits or dance performances. However, my positive experiences with these aforementioned things have motivated me to go to more events around campus and Durham. I think this is most notable with the performances in Page Auditorium. I will also say this course has helped me network/ reach out when working with my community partner. This was especially relevant when I wanted to include an extra component in the project and I had to gather the resources/data from different teams in the organization and outside.