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August 2016

‘A new campus’ welcomes 135th class to Hastings College

When students left the Hastings College campus in May, Steinhart Plaza, where 9th Street cut through campus, and the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center were muddy construction zones—and a cafeteria and dining refresh began the Monday after commencement. “It’s been a busy summer at Hastings College,” said President Don Jackson. “The opening of the Jackson Dinsdale […]

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‘Every life is a work of art’: Jackson Dinsdale Art Center opens at Hastings College

For a moment, time stood still when Challenger, a free flying bald eagle, flew low over the more than 1,000 people gathered for the August 20, 2016, dedication of the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center on the campus of Hastings College. Circling gracefully behind the crowd, Challenger landed as the Star Spangled Banner, played by the

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New Hastings College art gallery to open with select works from Karen and Robert Duncan collection

Karen and Robert Duncan of Lincoln, Nebraska, have spent decades building an internationally recognized contemporary art collection. To celebrate the opening of the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center at Hastings College, the Duncan’s selected 21 sculptures from their collection for the inaugural exhibit in the new art center’s gallery. Pieces include works by George Segal, Christo,

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Jackson Dinsdale Art Center dedication set for August 20 at Hastings College

Governor Pete Ricketts, Poet Laureate Ted Kooser among scheduled speakers. Hastings College will celebrate the opening of the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center (700 E. 12th St.) with a dedication ceremony beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 20. Parking will be available in front of Lynn Farrell Arena (800 E. 12th St.), and the event

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