Past Events

Book Launch
Vikram Divecha: Short Circuits
Join us for the Abu Dhabi launch of artist and NYUAD faculty Vikram Divecha’s publication "Short Circuits," published by Art Jameel and Press Works.

The Project Space
Opening Reception: "Crystal No. 6"
Mobius Design Studio
Sharjah-based Mobius Design Studio presents its latest research project "Crystal No. 6" which delves into the layered histories and vibrant culture of Freej Al Murar, a historic Dubai neighborhood.

CURATORS TALK
A series of talks by curators that delves into the invited professionals' approaches to exhibition-making, research, critical thinking, artistic collaboration, and beyond.

Who's on Campus?

Open Campus Day 2025
Witness the entire campus come alive with music, food, activities, and performances at the inaugural Open Campus Day on Saturday, February 15, 2025.

"Bygones" Poetry Writing Workshop
Off the Page: The Language of Symbols
Project Space Exhibition Program
Led by artist Aya Afaneh, participants of this workshop will create their own symbols and visual language based on Etel Adnan's "The Arab Apocalypse."

"Bygones" Artist Talk
Aysha Hamkari: On the History of Circassian Dance
Project Space Exhibition Program
In this talk, Aysha Hamkari will share information on the Circassian identity and the history of the contemporary Circassian jegu, as well as reflecting on the role of dance and movement today in preserving Circassian culture in diasporas around the world.

"Bygones" Curator Talk
Anita Shishani: It Takes a Village
Project Space Exhibition Program
In this talk, Anita Shishani, the curator of "Bygones," discusses her experience putting together the exhibition and how the curatorial theme came about, as well as the key role of community in putting together such an exhibition.

"Bygones" Writing Workshop
How To Return as if You Never Left: On Writing Homeward Narratives in Diaspora and in Memory
Project Space Exhibition Program
Yesmine Abida will share a selection of her writings as part of the collection titled “return as if you never left,” which is a reflection on her experiences.

The Project Space
Opening Reception: "Bygones"
Curated by Anita Shishani
Anastasia A, Alla Abdunabi, Aya Afaneh, Houssam Ballan, Bady Dalloul, Hala El Abora, Zaina El-Said, Reza Hazare, Syed Hussain, Diana Ishaqat, Pouran Jinchi, Anuar Khalifi, Yoonsik Chico Park, Anita Shishani, and Ansadat Zumsoy.

Artist Talk
The Kindom of Jannah: A Conversation with Bu Yousuf, Hosted by Jumairy
For "Between the Tides: A Gulf Quinquennial"
The artist Jumairy, who had the opportunity to visit The Kingdom of Jannah, will share his experience in a personal account titled _The Kingdom of Jannah: A Conversation with Bu Yousuf, Hosted by Jumairy_. This discussion invites the audience to reflect on their perceptions of utopian ideals and the allure of escaping the mundane.

Arts Chat
Building a Life as an Artist: Opportunities and Challenges
Dana Naidu, Trixie Danielle, Lillian Castillo-Müller, and Chafa Ghaddar
Presented in partnership with the NYUAD Arts Center and NYUAD Career Development Center.