Batia Shani led the first of a four-part discussion series for her exhibit, “Embroidered in the Body,” at the Younes & Soraya Nazarian Library, attracting a wide and diverse audience. Trained as a social worker and in needlework at the Royal School of Needlework, Batia’s exhibit showcases a collection addressing social injustices, violence against women, refugees, and victims of child trafficking.This captivating exhibit, curated by Prof. Sharon Poliakine (Head, School of the Arts), opened during the 52nd Board of Governors Meeting and will run until October 24, 2024, in our new gallery space overlooking a serene sculpture garden.

Upcoming Discussions open to the General Public:

• July 28, 2024: “A Dialogue Between Two Women” with Prof. Leah Peretz, Dean of the School of Design
• August 1, 2024: “Art as a Healing Tool” with Rana Simaan Jubran, Social Worker
• September 11, 2024: “Art and Language, Art as Language” with Prof. Assi Meshullam, Department of Fine Art