Candy Chang is an artist, designer and urban planner who believes in the potential of introspection and collective wisdom in public space to help us lead better lives. Many of her projects spark conversations in public space and provided people with easy and innovative ways to have a voice.
Recent work includes Before I Die, where she transformed an abandoned house in New Orleans into an interactive wall for residents to share their hope and dreams - a project the Atlantic called "one of the most creative community projects ever". She is a TED Senior Fellow, an Urban Innovation Fellow, and was named "Live your best Life" Local Hero by Oprah Magazine. By combining street art with urban planning and social activism, she has been recognized as a leader in developing new strategies for the design of our cities.
To find out more about Candy Chang and her work visit:
www.candychang.com
In the past, this event has sold out very quickly. Individual tickets will not go on sale until closer to the event date.
Information about sponsorship levels and benefits is available here.
Questions? Contact: Danielle Hupp, Resource Development Manager
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About University Park Alliance
University Park Alliance is a nonprofit community development corporation dedicated to advancing the transformation of University Park, the 50-block neighborhood surrounding The University of Akron. UPA's urban reinvestment strategy is to capitalize on the economic synergy of Akron's Anchor Institutions and develop University Park as a dense, walkable neighborhood with diverse cultural offerings, great healthcare, quality education and plenty of recreational and leisure opportunities.
UPA receives major funding from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and its partners include The University of Akron, City of Akron, Summa Health System, Akron Beacon Journal, Akron Children's Hospital, Akron General Health System, Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority, Greater Akron Chamber, Akron Public Schools, and the University Park residential and business community.
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