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Cultural Custodian
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Highlights of Center for the Arts
Students at the Center for the Arts are part of a vibrant showcase of creative works that bridge local inspiration with international artistic trends. From galleries and theaters to music festivals and street performances, there is no shortage of opportunities for students to immerse themselves in the art community.
The following are highlights showcasing students' work that expresses their vision through exhibitions, performances, and workshops.
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April 1, 2026Art or AI?
A visual arts professor delves into AI’s digital brush — capable of copying form but never feeling the heart behind the art.
March 25, 2026Cairo Beats
Learning Arabic through CASA@AUC, Aleksandar Columby brings his love of music, heritage and the arts to AUC Tahrir Square.
March 20, 2024AUC at Cairo Design Week
Cairo Design Week highlighted and celebrated artists through events, competitions and dynamic exhibitions.
April 19, 2023Graphic Design Semiotics students, UCLA Shortlisted
Semiotics is generally the study of signs and symbols and how they are used to communicate meaning.
March 1, 2023Mapping Time Exhibition - a Decade of Artwork
The work is a part of their final project for the course titled Advanced Studio II.
February 20, 2023AUC's Theatre Program Debuts Original Plays Tackling Mental Health
Part of AUC’s Mental Health and Well-being Initiative, Piece of Mind is a bilingual theatrical performance that aims to start conversations about mental well-being, ranging from depression to social media addiction.
November 17, 2022A Comic Book, A Serious Subject: Alumna Haidy Helmy Reflects on Senior Project
“A picture is worth a thousand words,” is an oft-repeated adage that shines through the work of Haidy Helmy ‘20.
October 31, 2022Center for the Art Students Design for the Metaverse
The AUC Center for the Arts and the Virtual Experience Lab at the School of Sciences and Engineering have been encouraging students to research and develop concrete and creative ideas regarding thi
June 22, 2022The Great Design of History
In their award-winning book, AUC faculty chart the evolution of Arab graphic design.
November 30, 2021AUC Graphic Design Grads Shine at Dubai Design Week's MENA Grad Show
From applications that support dementia patients and promote the upcycling of biodegradable materials to anti-air pollution kits and a board game that educates players on i