The County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph, New Jersey, is hosting a Summer Art Exhibition featuring works by students from its Summer Portfolio and Presentation course. A reception was held on June 20 at the Learning Resource Center on CCM’s campus. The exhibition showcases selected pieces by students including Susan Harrsch, John Lyssikatos, Lia Scherr, Sarah Sci, Kevin Testa, and Allison Zavaleta, who completed the course designed to prepare Fine Art and Design students for careers or further study.
This exhibition matters because it highlights the role of community college art programs in training emerging artists and providing them with practical skills in presentation, marketing, and portfolio development for transfer to four-year institutions or professional opportunities. It underscores the importance of local educational institutions in nurturing regional artistic talent and offering public access to student work, reinforcing the value of arts education at the community level.