• Implement an aggressive arts program centered on the areas of diversity, collection development, exhibitions, and research. • Collaborate with community leaders in the development and growth of a recognized Arts District. • Seek university and community partners in the discovery and development of grant funding sources.• Act as a mentor within the student community in the promotion of all creative arts non-aligned within departmental structures.• Mentor individual students in curatorial studies, business practices within the arts and exhibition design practices.• Develop and implement strategic goals, policies, and objectives related to collection and exhibition management that adhere to the highest museum standards and best practices.