Month: January 2026

Convening for “Carrie Mae Weems: Something Grander Still”

Carrie Mae Weems: Something Grander Still
Austin, TX, and San Marcos, TX, Mar 5–06, 2026

This program brings together eight artists who, in the 1980s, embraced photography and video as means to bring visibility to the histories and perspectives of people of color, women, LGBTQ+, and/or working-class communities. Discussing how they developed new methods and ideas about photography, film, and documentary, this program illuminates the legacies of these experimental practices in contemporary art.

Convened on the occasion of the exhibition “Carrie Mae Weems: Something Grander Still” (January 30–May 9, 2026) at the Art Galleries at Black Studies at The University of Texas at Austin, invited artists will discuss their various projects to recover then-unsung photographic histories; to rethink the politics of representation and media; and to open art and educational institutions to the large and diverse publics they serve. Delving into the connections between these artists’ efforts, this convening offers a group oral history of artworks and publications collected in AGBS’ “Carrie Mae Weems: Something Grander Still.”

MARCH 5, 2026     University of Texas at Austin, Art Building, Room 1.102

3-4:45 pm / Panel 1: “Photography’s New, Old Histories”

Joy Gregory and Deborah Willis converse about their work in the 1980s to build archives, books, and associations for photography of the African diaspora. Moderated by Eddie Chambers.

Refreshments to follow from 5 – 6 PM

Register here for Day One: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980508496226?aff=oddtdtcreator

MARCH 6, 2026  Texas State University, Wittliff Collections

1-2:45 pm / Panel 2: “Documentary in Contention”

Ben Caldwell, Janet Delaney, and Ingrid Pollard discuss the questioning of documentary taking place in the 1980s, and how this questioning was intertwined with community-building and activism. Moderated by Ariel Evans.

Intermission

3:15-5 pm / Panel 3: “Photography, Place, Position, Politics”

Marilyn Nance, Martha Rosler, and Will Wilson consider the international scope of documentary film and photography; thinking through how geopolitical concerns and increasingly global discourses about identity informed artists working in the 1980s and 1990s. Moderated by Erina Duganne.

Register here for Day Two: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/something-grander-still-convening-day-two-tickets-1980570080426

This program is supported by a Curatorial Research Fellowship from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts and the Humanities Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.

JOB: Sr Instructional Prof, Architectural Studies @ UChicago

The Department of Art History (https://arthistory.uchicago.edu/) at the University of Chicago invites applications for a position as a Senior Instructional Professor (Open Rank) in Architectural Studies, with an expected start date of September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The selected candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Senior Instructional Professor, Associate Senior Instructional Professor, or Senior Instructional Professor, depending on qualifications and educational background. The initial appointment is for a minimum of 3 years, with longer initial terms possible depending on qualifications and initial rank. The position is renewable upon successful review.

This search is part of an initiative to continue to build the Department of Art History’s Architectural Studies program, which offers both historical and studio-style courses to undergraduates. In consultation with the Director of Undergraduate Studies for Architecture and the Department Chair, this position will be responsible for overseeing the curriculum planning of the Architectural Studies program; coordinating and supporting design studio classes; developing and coordinating extracurricular studio work and programming; advising students on theses and career pathways; and supervising and reviewing related lecturers and Teaching Assistants. The candidate hired into this position will typically teach 4 courses per year (on the quarter system), which may include architectural studies core curriculum, introductory, and advanced design studios or seminars. Senior Instructional Professors of all ranks are required to engage in regular professional development.

Salary Range or Pay Grade:
Assistant Senior Instructional Professor: $82,500-$92,000; Associate Senior Instructional Professor: $90,000-$100,000; Senior Instructional Professor: $98,000-$115,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook (https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/).

Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have experience teaching architecture at the university level, the ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment, and excellent organizational and management skills. We especially seek candidates who are well positioned to shape the future of architectural studies within the greater context of the arts and humanities. Preferred qualifications include experience teaching architecture in a liberal arts context, experience in curriculum design or oversight, management or supervising experience, relevant pedagogical training, and a professional design background.

BA/BArch required, and MA/MArch or Ph.D. preferred. All requirements for receipt of a BA/BArch, MA/MArch, or Ph.D. in architecture or a related field must be completed prior to the start of the appointment.

Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of Chicago’s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/180001 by 10:59 PM Central Time/11:59 PM Eastern Time on Monday, February 16, 2026:

– CV
– Cover letter
– Teaching statement
– Teaching portfolio
– Contact information for three references

Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following the initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to arthistory@uchicago.edu.

This position is contingent upon budgetary approval.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination (https://www.uchicago.edu/about/non_discrimination_statement/).

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.