THE ANNEX

The Student Programming and Advisory Council (SPAC) serves as a direct link between UM students and UMMA. It is dedicated to helping support UMMA’s mission of commitment to students and engagement with the arts.

The Mission of the SPAC

• To increase student engagement with UMMA through participation and awareness

• To plan and coordinate student events

• Serve the Museum in an advisory capacity

Meet the 2012-2013 SPAC Members:

Katharine Allen

History, Museum Studies – Undergraduate

“I’m a history buff, museums enthusiast, and film fanatic who loves writing in her spare time.”

Maya Aravind

Medical School – Graduate

“I’m thrilled to be back in the art world thanks to the SPAC—prior to starting medical school in Ann Arbor, I worked in a gallery in NYC and got a master’s in art history.”

Cameron Bothner

Undergraduate

“I work and play in Ann Arbor, and will ever be undecided no matter what the University thinks.”

Ellen Busch

History of Art, Museum Studies – Undergraduate

“I’m excited to work on the student council and have an active role in the world of art.”

Emily Fite

Psychology, Anthropology – Undergraduate

“I love art, world religion, ampersands and baking way too many oatmeal cookies.”

Mylan Kimbrough

Communications – Undergraduate

“I’m an undercover artist who loves UMMA. I’m excited to spend my junior year on the council!”

Minji Lee

Art & Design – Undergraduate

“I am an Art & Design major who likes art and museums!”

Nina Levin

Comparative Literature – Undergraduate

“I have a signature passion for bubble tea. I’d like nothing more than to sit outdoors in the sun and sip on one while pondering, people watching, and writing in my journal. Now that’s the life.”

Mallika Roy

International Studies – Undergraduate

“I’m currently interested in event-planning, hairwrapping on demand, learning how to skateboard and talk on the phone at the same time, and inciting creativity.”

Chris Skovron

Political Science – Graduate

“I went to Ohio State for undergrad, but our rivalry doesn’t extend to art, so I don’t feel guilty about how much I like UMMA.”

Michael Sullivan

Organizational Studies - undergraduate

“Just back from a year abroad in South Africa, trying to finish my degree and become a miner for a heart of gold.”

Elisabeth Wilson

Communications, Museum Studies – Undergraduate

“I hope to work in museum development / marketing following graduation. In my free time, I like to paint, hang out with friends, and watch reality TV.”

Eleni Zaras

History of Art – Undergraduate

“Viewing art, drinking coffee, and running are all activities I love to do and each one is undeniably more fun when done in good company, so I am very excited to join SPAC and be part of a group of students who also love and want to work with art!”