11/1/2022 0 Comments Taskboard sphereIn the arts, nepantla encompasses historical and spiritual aspects of life when being caught between literal or metaphorical crossroads. It indicates a concept of being “in the middle of” (different cultures, as traditionally meant by colonized Aztecs). Nepantla is a Nahuatl term- the ancient language of Aztec origin still used today by several native populations of Mexico. The goal of this exhibition is to provide a platform where social engagement can exist, encouraging a critical discourse within art students of diverse nationalities, ethnicities, ages, and vocations. It is at once a vehicle for globalization, and an enabler of detached communication. The use of social media is our generation’s primary platform for social engagement- our own version of modern activism. It seeks to assess the boundaries- or borders- of political, social, and cultural dichotomies that affect our everyday lives. "The scope of the exhibition addresses the globally widespread concerns about immigration, identity, displacement, and segregation that converge upon our contemporary moment.
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