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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

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The image is a page from a newspaper titled "The Crimson," dated December 15, 1924. The headline reads "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction," with a subheadline stating "Faculty Committee Will Constitute Liaison Between G.S.D., Fine Arts Department."

The article discusses the formation of a faculty committee to establish a liaison between the Graduate School of Design (G.S.D.) and the Fine Arts Department at the university. The committee's purpose is to coordinate the teaching of art and design, ensuring mutual understanding and interaction between the two departments.

Key points from the article include:

  • The committee consists of five members: Leonard Quack '97, chairman of the Department of Fine Arts; Coolidge; Theodore L. Storer '19, instructor in Architecture; Constantine Nivola, instructor in Design; and Joseph Seligman, instructor in Drawing.
  • The committee aims to coordinate courses and ensure that students in both departments benefit from each other's expertise.
  • The article mentions that the Design School and the Department of Fine Arts have similar interests, and coordination would be beneficial.
  • It highlights the importance of establishing a good relationship between the two departments.

Additionally, there is a photograph of John P. Coolidge, who is mentioned in the article, and a small section at the bottom lists other faculty members and their roles, including John Nicholas Brown '22, who is investigating opportunities for the Visual Arts in the University.

The newspaper page appears aged, with visible discoloration and wear.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper called "The Crimson," dated December 15, 1954. The headline reads, "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction." The subhead specifies that a Faculty Committee will serve as a liaison between the Graduate School of Design (G.S.D.) and the Fine Arts Department.

The article discusses the formation of a six-member faculty committee tasked with establishing a connection between the two departments. The group plans to consider joint courses, combined degree programs, and student exchanges. The committee includes key figures such as John P. Coolidge, chairman of the Department of Fine Arts, and Theodore E. Stebbins, Jr., assistant professor of Fine Arts. The article also mentions that the group aims to enhance the educational experience by leveraging the strengths and resources of both schools.

There is a photograph accompanying the article, credited to John P. Coolidge, which appears to be of a person, although the details of the person are not clearly visible in the description.

The newspaper is priced at five cents, and the overall condition of the page shows some signs of aging, with a slight yellowish tint and minor creases.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the "I Crimson," dated December 15, 1954, with a price of five cents.

The headline reads, "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction." The article discusses the formation of a faculty committee to establish a liaison between the Graduate School of Design (G.S.D.) and the Fine Arts Department.

The committee aims to consider joint instruction and coordinate the efforts of both departments to enhance the curriculum. The article lists several faculty members involved: Leonard Odyks, chairman of the Department of Fine Arts; John P. Coolidge, a professor in the Department of Architecture; Kenneth J. Conast, instructor in Design; Constance Nivola, instructor in Design; and Joseph Zalowsky, instructor in Drawing.

The article also includes a brief interview with John P. Coolidge, who mentions the potential for joint courses and the importance of cooperation between the two departments. Coolidge states that he is interested in exploring the feasibility of combining the courses to provide a more comprehensive educational experience.

In addition, the committee includes several other faculty members from various departments, including Lane Falcon, Jr. from the Department of Drama; Dean Francis Keppel from the School of Education; Donald Dewees from the Department of Music; and others, who are involved in the coordination and facilitation of the Visual Arts facilities at Yale University.

The photograph accompanying the article features John P. Coolidge.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Crimson," dated December 15, 1958, priced at five cents. The headline reads, "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction," indicating that a faculty committee has been formed to establish a liaison between the Graduate School of Design and the Department of Fine Arts.

The article details that John P. Coakley, chairman of the Department of Fine Arts, and Theodore I. Lydiksen, dean of the Graduate School of Design, are leading this committee. The committee aims to coordinate the instruction between the two schools, particularly in areas like painting, sculpture, and architecture.

The article also mentions that Kenneth J. Conant, a professor at both schools, is working on combined courses. It notes that the committee will evaluate the similarities in content and objectives of courses offered by both departments and explore the possibility of establishing joint instruction.

The clipping includes a photograph of John P. Coakley, the chairman of the Department of Fine Arts, and lists other members of the committee, including Leonard Opdyke, Theodore I. Lydiksen, Constantin Nivoa, Joseph Zolovsky, and others. Additionally, it mentions that the committee will also consider the feasibility of a new building for the Fine Arts Museum and the possibility of a new Visual Arts building on campus.

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The image is a vintage newspaper clipping from "The Crimson," dated December 15, 1954. The headline reads "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction," and the article discusses the formation of a faculty committee to establish a liaison between the Graduate School of Design (G.S.D.) and the Department of Fine Arts.

The committee aims to coordinate courses and projects between the two schools, although the specifics are still tentative. The committee members include John F. Coolgidge, chairman of the Department of Fine Arts; Leonard Oykes, chairman of the Department of Architecture; Constantine Nivola, instructor in Design; and Joseph Zalewski, instructor in Drawing.

The article mentions that the committee has not yet formally decided on the extent of cooperation but envisions possibilities such as joint instruction and exhibitions. Kenneth J. Conant, dean of the Graduate School, is quoted saying that the committee will consider recommendations from faculty members in both schools.

The clipping also lists several other faculty members who will serve on the committee, including Lane Faison, Jr., Dean Francis Keppel, Donald Dewager, Charles Scrivner, and John Walker. The committee's role involves exploring potential combined courses and exhibitions, with the aim of enhancing the visual arts programs at Yale.

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The image is a front page of a newspaper called "The Crimson," dated December 15, 1962. The headline reads: "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction."

The main article discusses the formation of a seven-member faculty committee intended to establish a liaison between the Graduate School of Design (G.S.D.) and the Department of Fine Arts at Harvard University. The goal is to coordinate art and design instruction.

Key points from the article include:

  • The committee was formed following a request by John P. Coolidge, Director of the Fogg Museum and Chairman of the Fine Arts Department.
  • The group, which is still tentative, may consider combining some courses and projects between the Graduate School of Design and the Fine Arts Department.
  • Members of the committee include LeCorbusier's former student, Josep Lluis Sert, Dean of the Graduate School of Design; John Coolidge; and others from various departments related to art and design.
  • Although the group has not been formalized, Coolidge suggested it could help avoid duplication of courses and resources.
  • The committee aims to explore what extent the courses offered by both schools can be coordinated, although Kenneth J. Conant, a committee member, has expressed concerns about the practicality of combining certain courses.

Additionally, there is a photo of John P. Coolidge included in the article. The article also mentions that the committee is investigating the facilities for Visual Arts in the Vanserg Building and lists several faculty members involved in this investigation.

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The image shows a page from a publication, specifically a newspaper by the name of "Crimson," dated December 15, 1954, and priced at five cents. The main article on the displayed page is titled "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instructon" with a subtitle "Faculty Committee Will Constitute Liaison Between G.S.D., Fine Arts Department." The article appears to discuss a liaison between different educational departments to establish coordination between art and design instruction. The page shows signs of wear and age, with yellowing and some slight tears on the edges, which suggests it's a physical copy that has been preserved over time. This gives a historical character to the image and indicates that the document might be of interest to those studying the history of art and design education or the specific institution's history.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the December 15, 1954 issue of the Yale Daily News. The clipping features an article titled "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction" with a photograph of John P. Coolidge. The article discusses the formation of a six-member faculty committee to establish a liaison between the Graduate School of Design and the Department of Fine Arts at Yale University. The committee includes representatives from both faculties and aims to coordinate courses and instruction between the two schools.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "The Crimson", dated December 13, 1946, with a price of five cents. The page features an article titled "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction", which discusses the formation of a faculty committee to establish a liaison between the Graduate School of Design (G.S.D.) and the Department of Fine Arts.

Key Details:

  1. Headline:

    • "Group May Coordinate Art, Design Instruction"
    • Subheading: "Faculty Committee Will Constiute Liaison Between G.S.D., Fine Arts Department"
  2. Content Summary:

    • A six-member faculty committee has been formed to coordinate efforts between the G.S.D. and the Fine Arts Department.
    • The committee includes:
      • John P. Coolidge, associate professor of Fine Arts (chairman).
      • Leonard M. Oppenheimer, lecturer on Fine Arts.
      • Joseph Zechowsky, instructor in Drawing.
      • Joseph Zakon, instructor in Design.
      • Constantin Nivola, instructor in Design.
      • Paul T. Carlin, assistant professor of Architecture.
    • The committee aims to explore the possibility of coordinating courses and exhibitions between the two departments.
    • John Coolidge is quoted, expressing optimism about the potential for collaboration, noting that while the departments may differ in content and objectives, there may still be opportunities for joint instruction.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • A black-and-white photograph of John P. Coolidge is included below the headline, with his name captioned beneath the image.
    • The layout is typical of a mid-20th-century newspaper, with clear typography and structured paragraphs.
  4. Contextual Information:

    • The article mentions that the committee’s efforts are part of broader initiatives to enhance collaboration between the G.S.D. and the Fine Arts Department.
    • It also references a simultaneous group working on visual investigations in the Fogg Museum, led by John Coolidge.
    • The committee members are listed, including representatives from various academic departments and institutions, such as the Yale School of Drama and the University of the Arts.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical news article focusing on academic collaboration in the arts and design fields, highlighting efforts to bridge the gap between the Graduate School of Design and the Department of Fine Arts at an institution, likely Harvard University, given the reference to the Fogg Museum (which is associated with Harvard Art Museums). The tone is formal and informative, typical of mid-20th-century journalistic style.

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An old newspaper with the title "The Crimson" is placed on a white surface. The newspaper is folded in half, and the top portion is slightly torn. The newspaper has a black-and-white photograph of a man in a suit and tie. The man is identified as John P. Coolidge. The newspaper is placed on top of a white surface, which is probably a table.