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 03/18/2008
SCAD-Atlanta goes “green” for debut Scholarship Gala
 ATLANTA — The Savannah College of Art and Design proudly announces the debut of the , Thursday, May 1, at 1600 Peachtree St.
The eco-chic evening will feature a silent auction of hand-selected work by SCAD students, alumni, faculty and staff. Live demonstrations showcasing SCAD’s multifaceted art and design curriculum will entertain guests as they bid, culminating in a special spotlight presentation about the acclaimed fashion department. SCAD’s continued commitment to the environment will be stylishly evident throughout the evening in earth-friendly décor, an organic menu and nature-inspired ambiance.
The evening’s ecological awareness and contribution span the local to the global as commemorative trees will be available for purchase and dedication, benefiting SCAD’s restoration of Atlanta’s historic Ivy Hall. In addition, SCAD plans to purchase carbon offsets to reduce the climate footprint of the event and support renewable energies, energy efficiency and reforestation.
SCAD-Savannah recently celebrated its 10th Scholarship Gala to great acclaim. “The gala in Savannah has been a tremendous success over the years. We’re thrilled to bring this fantastic tradition to Atlanta to benefit our students and the Atlanta community,” said Elizabeth Rowan, interim director of development, institutional advancement.
This event is the primary scholarship fundraiser for the college. Proceeds from the evening will go to the SCAD-Atlanta Scholarship Fund, benefiting future classes of SCAD-Atlanta students in their study of art and design.
Tickets cost $150 and include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction of hand-selected SCAD artwork, live art and design demonstrations, and a spotlight presentation showcasing the college’s acclaimed fashion department. VIP tickets are available in a limited quantity for $250 each and include an exclusive preview reception, which offers advance viewing of artwork, a Buy it Now option for guaranteed bidding and attendance by select donating artists. Tickets are available by contacting Rebecca Nort at 404.253.2728. Direct press inquiries to Amanda McAnally at 404.253.2712.
Named one of Kaplan’s “25 cutting-edge schools with an eye toward the future,” the Savannah College of Art and Design is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with locations in Atlanta and Savannah, Ga., and in Lacoste, France. Undergraduate and graduate degree programs also are offered online through SCAD-eLearning. The college offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Master of Architecture, Master of Arts, Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Urban Design degrees.
For more information about the college, e-mail admission, call 800.869.7223 or 912.525.5100 in Savannah, or call 877.722.3285 or 404.253.2700 in Atlanta.
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