Dean of the College of the Arts’ Statement on the University Art Museum

LONG BEACH, Calif. (Sept. 17, 2018) – Cyrus Parker-Jeannette, dean of the College of the Arts at Long Beach State University released the following statement in response to questions about the University Art Museum.

On September 11, I shared that Kimberli Meyer is no longer serving as the executive director for the University Art Museum. While I cannot comment on personnel matters, I can say this decision was part of a longer-term process. The “American MONUMENT” project continues at the museum as directed by the artist lauren woods. The installation is designed to provoke open and free discussion. Our campus is a place for civil discourse and artistic expression. American MONUMENT is part of this culture.