Academics

Values, Ideas and the Arts (VIA) 

Values, Ideas and the Arts presentations enhance the Manchester Core program in the liberal arts through cultural exposure, artistic experience and intellectual enrichment. VIA features speakers, musicians and dramatic performers from the University community, across the country and around the globe. 

The goals of the VIA program are to:

  • broaden students' cultural experiences,
  • enrich students intellectually and aesthetically,
  • provide opportunities to experience the arts,
  • promote dialogue about ideas and values, and
  • embody in its programs the values expressed in the University Mission.

Events are held in Wine Recital Hall and last about an hour unless noted otherwise. Members of the University community and the public are also invited to attend all VIA events. Admission is free unless otherwise noted.

Fall 2024

The Values, Ideas and the Arts (VIA) Committee invites you to take part in presentations this fall. A few VIAs might be added after we begin the semester, so please check back for updates.
Some listings may be incomplete. Please excuse this work in progress.

VIA EVENTS