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HGTV Star Michel Smith Boyd Inspires Homeowners as part of Atlanta Habitat "Boss Talk" Series

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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ATLANTA, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Michel Smith Boyd, interior designer and star of HGTV hit shows, "Luxe for Less" and "Rock The Block 4," inspired Atlanta Habitat homeowners as part of the organization's Boss Talk leadership speaker series in May. Themed "The Stories We Tell," the annual event empowers small business owners as they continue their entrepreneurial journeys.

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  • ATLANTA, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Michel Smith Boyd, interior designer and star of HGTV hit shows, "Luxe for Less" and "Rock The Block 4," inspired Atlanta Habitat homeowners as part of the organization's Boss Talk leadership speaker series in May.
  • Smith Boyd, who serves as an Atlanta Habitat mission ambassador, was one of four panelists including:
    Michel Smith Boyd, Interior designer and star of HGTV hit shows, "Luxe for Less" and "Rock The Block 4"
    "I'm grateful for the opportunity to share my journey with these potential homeowners," said Smith Boyd.
  • Raised in a small town in Louisiana, Smith Boyd grew up next door to a family member who lived in a Habitat home.
  • This year, Atlanta Habitat celebrates its 40-year history of transforming lives through home ownership.

US Foods Welcomes 18 New Culinary Students to the US Foods Scholars Program

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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The group includes eighteen culinary and hospitality students who will receive scholarships of $20,000 each to support their continued education as well as development opportunities with US Foods culinary professionals.

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  • The group includes eighteen culinary and hospitality students who will receive scholarships of $20,000 each to support their continued education as well as development opportunities with US Foods culinary professionals.
  • These students represent the next generation of culinary talent, and were honored to support their achievements now and in the future.
  • Hometown: Corvallis, Ore.
    We are proud to support US Foods as they welcome another class of deserving students into the US Foods Scholars program, said Scholarship America President and CEO, Mike Nylund.
  • The US Foods Scholars program is administered with the support of Scholarship America and Careers through Culinary Arts Program.

The Art Institute of Virginia Beach Art Gallery Hosts Closing Reception Honoring Juneteenth with Works by Renowned Painter, Richard C. Press, Sr.

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, Art Gallery will be hosting a closing reception celebrating its featured gallery artist, Richard C. Press, Sr., on Thursday, July 28, 2022.

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  • VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, Art Gallery will be hosting a closing reception celebrating its featured gallery artist, Richard C. Press, Sr., on Thursday, July 28, 2022.
  • The art gallery show was personally organized by Mr. Press, a renowned Hampton, VA-based artist, in honor of Juneteenth.
  • The Virginia Beach community is invited to attend the gallery closing for one last chance to see the artwork of Mr. Press.
  • The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, Two Columbus Center, 4500 Main Street, Suite 200, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 2022 The Arts Institutes International LLC.

The Art Institute of Austin Spring Student Fashion Show Set for June 8th

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Thursday, May 26, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Austin (Ai Austin), a branch of the Art Institute of Houston, announced the timing of its Spring Student Fashion Show for Wednesday, June 8th at 5:30pm.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Austin (Ai Austin), a branch of the Art Institute of Houston, announced the timing of its Spring Student Fashion Show for Wednesday, June 8th at 5:30pm.
  • Elly Abels, a junior in fashion design from Austin, TX, will be showing pieces inspired by 60s mod fashion, with a bright, colorful presence.
  • The Art Institute of Austin, a branch of The Art Institute of Houston, is one of The Art Institutes, a system of private schools throughout the United States.
  • The Art of Austin, a branch of The Art Institute of Houston, 1204 Chestnut Street, Bastrop, TX 78602 2022.

The Art Institute of Atlanta Announces Jermaine Dupri as Commencement Speaker and Recipient of Honorary Doctor of Fine Arts Degree

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022
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ATLANTA, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Atlanta (Ai Atlanta) is proud to announce GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter/producer and CEO of So So Def Recordings, Jermaine Dupri as the speaker at Ai Atlanta's commencement ceremony on June 17th.

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  • ATLANTA, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Atlanta (Ai Atlanta) is proud to announce GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter/producer and CEO of So So Def Recordings, Jermaine Dupri as the speaker at Ai Atlanta's commencement ceremony on June 17th.
  • As part of the commencement celebration, Ai Atlanta will recognize Dupri's contributions to the community by awarding the rap icon with an Honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree.
  • Dupri is a supporter of Ai Atlanta because of the creative talent of the students and the unique programs offered by the private school.
  • "It gives us great pleasure to nominate Jermaine Dupri for an honorary degree from The Art Institute of Atlanta as his impressive achievements serve as an example of our aspirations for our students," said Elden Monday, Interim Campus President of The Art Institute of Atlanta.

Art Institute of Atlanta Announces Annual Fashion Show "Off-chic Trafikk"

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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ATLANTA, March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Atlanta (Ai Atlanta) is honored to announce its first 'traffic-stopping' event since the Covid-19 pandemic, the 20th annual Fashion Show 2022 on March 19th.

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  • ATLANTA, March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Atlanta (Ai Atlanta) is honored to announce its first 'traffic-stopping' event since the Covid-19 pandemic, the 20th annual Fashion Show 2022 on March 19th.
  • "To me, fashion is a way of expressing how you feel every day," said Karron English, Ai Atlanta Fashion Faculty.
  • The Art Institute of Atlanta is one of The Art Institutes, a system of private schools throughout the United States.
  • The Art Institute of Atlanta, 6600 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, N.E., 100 Embassy Row, Atlanta, GA 30328-1649 2022.

The Art Institute of Virginia Beach Honors Servicemen and Women Through 'Artists Who Protect' Exhibition

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Monday, November 15, 2021
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a campus of The Art Institute of Atlanta, will be exhibiting the personal artwork of veterans and active servicemen and women in its Artists Who Protect exhibition starting November 17th and running until February 27, 2022 to commemorate and honor the military men and women who serve and protect our country.

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  • VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Art Institute of Virginia Beach, a campus of The Art Institute of Atlanta, will be exhibiting the personal artwork of veterans and active servicemen and women in its Artists Who Protect exhibition starting November 17th and running until February 27, 2022 to commemorate and honor the military men and women who serve and protect our country.
  • Additionally, students and certified professional chefs from the culinary department at The Art Institute of Virginia Beach will prepare authentic dishes for the evening's events.
  • Earlier this month, veterans and active servicemen and women from the five branches of the US Armed Forces were invited and encouraged to submit their personal artwork to showcase in The Art Institute of Virginia Beach's exhibition.
  • For more information please visit The Art Institute of Virginia Beach online or contact Cheritta Crenshaw at [email protected] .

Ozzie Areu Of Areu Bros. Studios To Energize Graduates As Keynote Speaker At Art Institute of Atlanta Commencement

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Monday, June 10, 2019
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ATLANTA, June 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 14, 2019, The Art Institute of Atlanta's 350 newest graduates will receive an inspiring and motivating message by keynote speaker, Ozzie Areu, Founder and CEO of Areu Bros. Studios.

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  • ATLANTA, June 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 14, 2019, The Art Institute of Atlanta's 350 newest graduates will receive an inspiring and motivating message by keynote speaker, Ozzie Areu, Founder and CEO of Areu Bros. Studios.
  • "We are honored to have someone with the vision and industry expertise of Ozzie Areu as this year's keynote speaker.
  • Having Mr. Areu as the keynote speaker of our commencement ceremony will give our graduates insightful, hard-won knowledge that will propel them to success," says Newton I. Myvett, president of The Art Institute of Atlanta.
  • The Art Institute of Atlanta is one of The Art Institutes, a system of private, non-profit schools throughout the United States.

Civil Rights Leader and U.S. Congressional Representative John Lewis to Serve as Keynote Speaker for The Art Institute of Atlanta Commencement on June 18, 2018

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Thursday, June 14, 2018
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Congressman and prominent Civil Rights leader John Lewis will be the keynote speaker at the college's 2018 commencement ceremony, taking place at 11 a.m. on June 18 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta.

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  • Congressman and prominent Civil Rights leader John Lewis will be the keynote speaker at the college's 2018 commencement ceremony, taking place at 11 a.m. on June 18 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta.
  • The Art Institute will confer 328 diplomas through bachelor's degrees to students in the design, media arts, culinary arts and fashion.
  • "We are honored to have Congressman Lewis serve as commencement speaker for The Art Institute of Atlanta," said Campus President Newton Myvett.
  • The Art Institute of Atlanta is one of The Art Institutes, a system of non-profit schools throughout the United States.