Dr. Phyllis M. Paul, dean of the Cliffe College of Creative Arts, has announced that Claudia Berlinski was appointed director of the John J. McDonough Museum of Art, effective July 1.
Claudia Berlinski (YSU)A faculty member in the Department of Art, Berlinski was most recently Museum Coordinator. She will shift from her faculty position to the full-time directorship.
Berlinski is a native of Buffalo, N.Y. where she earned a BFA in printmaking from Buffalo State College. She received an MFA in printmaking at The Ohio State University.
A faculty member at Youngstown State University for 20 years, she has also served within the Department of Art as Foundations Program Coordinator and Assistant to the Chair. She previously curated the Thomases Family Endowment Gallery at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Youngstown.
In addition to her responsibilities at the University, she exhibits nationally and regionally, contributes to print portfolio exchanges and curates and adjudicates group exhibitions. Her work is included in several private and public collections nationwide.
“Claudia brings a strong visual arts background as a practicing artist, outstanding experience as a member of the art faculty, robust curatorial awareness, and a solid appreciation of the unique relationship between the McDonough Museum and the Department of Art. Claudia has also been integral to furthering the Museum’s collaborations with our community, including the Butler Institute of American Art, area school art educators, and numerous other regional arts and cultural partners,” said Paul.
Her primary responsibility is the management of the operational and programmatic functions of the museum, including the development of university-related educational and public programs, promotional activities, and community outreach. Berlinski will continue to share responsibility with the Department of Art chair, faculty and the McDonough Advisory Committee to determine all academic, curatorial, programmatic, and strategic objectives.
“It is an honor and a privilege to be appointed to the position of Museum Director at the McDonough Museum of Art. I welcome the opportunity to carry on the legacy of this invaluable institution by continuing to provide the highest quality programming and exhibitions. Strengthening the Museum’s bond with the University community and the Mahoning Valley community is a priority and we welcome everyone to find common ground through the arts,” Berlinski said.
More information is available by calling the Office of Community Engagement and Events at 330-727-7514.
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