Museums Student Engagement Committee
The Museums Student Engagement Committee (MSEC) at W&L was established in December 2023 to strengthen the connection between the student body and the W&L Art Museum and Galleries (AMG). The student committee plays a pivotal role in ensuring that AMG remains a vibrant, relevant, and engaging space for learning and social interaction. By serving as a bridge between students and AMG, MSEC members provide valuable insights into what students want and expect from their campus museum, helping to shape programming, exhibitions, and events that resonate with their peers.
Comprising a diverse group of students from various class years, MSEC brings together students passionate about the arts, history, and culture. These members are dedicated to fostering an interdisciplinary appreciation of the museum’s collections and are committed to promoting the museum’s mission across the campus. The committee serves as a voice for the student body, advising museum staff on how to better engage with students and make the museum’s resources more accessible and appealing to them.
MSEC Officers – Programming Officer, Avery Dennard ’27; President, Hailey Neaman ’25; Communication Officer, Nora Kuhn ’26
Meet the Executive Officers
- President, Hailey Neaman ’25
- Programming Officer, Avery Dennard ’27
- Communication Officer, Nora Kuhn ’26
General Members
- Tuvshin Anderson ’25
- Hailey Neaman ’25
- Yining (Jessica) Zhong ’26
- Grace McCurdy ’26
- Kriya Shah ’26
- Nora Kuhn ’26
- Tom Finnegan ’26
- Linh Ngo ’26
- Lydia Bowersox ’26
- Hanora Finnegan ’27
- Kylee Haynes ’27
- Avery Dennard ’27
- Nazaha Amatullah ’27
MSEC Advisor: Isra El-beshir, Director of Art Museum and Galleries
Whether you are a student with a deep interest in art, history, or culture or someone looking for new ways to connect with fellow students, the MSEC offers a dynamic and enriching opportunity to get involved with the Art Museum and Galleries.
No art experience necessary, and all majors are welcome!
Opportunities for MSEC Leadership and engagement include:
- Building a sense of community and belonging within the student body by developing creative, diverse, and inclusive programs.
- Interviewing scholars, curators, scientists, artists, and museum staff.
- Creative oversight of student programming that enhances campus life through fun and inclusive social events.
- Serving as brand ambassadors for the Museums at W&L to boost museum visibility and engagement.
- Contributing to the Museums’ social media (@wlu.museums) and campus presence.
- Networking with other university, student, and museum professionals.
MSEC also offers various opportunities for general members to take on leadership and support roles to enhance the student engagement efforts at the Museums. Some of these roles may include:
- Recruitment Coordinator: Lead efforts to recruit new MSEC members and engage with the broader student body.
- New Member Coordinator: Organize orientation sessions and onboarding for new members, ensuring they understand MSEC’s mission and initiatives.
- Programming Chai: Take charge of planning specific MSEC events, such as student art showcases, museum tours, or interdisciplinary talks.
- Guest Speaker Coordinator: Reach out to scholars, artists, and professionals to invite them to speak at MSEC events and serve as their host during visits.
- Social Media Manager: Assist Museums with specific MSEC’s social media posts on the Museums’ main account(@wlu.museums), promote museum events, and develop content that resonates with students.
- Marketing Chair: Develop promotional strategies to raise awareness of MSEC’s programming, including flyer design, email campaigns, and event promotion.
- Fundraising Chair: Organize and oversee MSEC’s fundraising events, working closely with the Treasurer to manage funds.
- Committee Members: General members may join subcommittees dedicated to specific events or projects, contributing ideas and helping to carry out MSEC’s mission.
- Traditions Chair: We don’t have traditions YET, but maybe someday. Coordinate MSEC’s recurring or traditional events, working with the Vice President to ensure successful execution.