by Heather Hayes | Nov 24, 2025 | Events
On Thursday, November 20, the Media, Communications, and Visual Arts Department and Veterans Services hosted “The Presence of Absence: Life After Loss in the Aftermath of War — Artist Talk & Book Signing with Prof. Inbal Abergil.”
Clinical associate professor Lou Guarneri produced the event’s livestream. Watch the video here.
About “The Presence of Absence”:
“The Presence of Absence” is a decade-long documentary body of work that reveals the many layers of trauma, loss, grief, mourning, and healing, in the aftermath of war.
Inbal Abergil weaves stories of the Gold Star Families whose relatives were killed in action, together with still lifes of the loved one’s personal effects, and portraits of the Casualty Notification Officers who deliver the horrific news to the families of loved ones killed in military service. The still lifes reveal the survivors’s methods of coping with death, and how an object can contain the presence of a loved one, reminding us how painful and comforting it can be at the same time. The portraits urge us to look at what no family member wants to meet at their front door, and yet the notifiers knock on the door, knowing that everyone involved will be scarred for life; each time, they hope to remember their script and make no mistakes so that healing will be possible.
While every loss is unique, the Four-channel video brings our attention to four Gold Star Mothers who lost their sons and discuss how to continue living after the war. They offer guidelines for dealing with loss and how to approach others who might be struggling with grief. The photographs, personal stories, and videos in “The Presence of Absence” invite us to reflect on the poignant story of a community of survivors who keep the memories alive as they strive to rebuild their lives in the aftermath of loss, and invite us to create a platform for reflection and discussion of the human price of conflict.
by Heather Hayes | Nov 17, 2025 | Events
Join us on Wednesday, November 19, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. in the MCVA Choate House Art Gallery for the opening reception of “Painting in Motion,” an exhibition of student-produced images from UNV 101A6: First-Year Seminar: Hudson Valley Arts and Culture, taught by Alysa Hantgan. This exhibit, inspired by “Shen Wei: STILL/MOVING,” is produced in conjunction with Kate Marohn and the Media, Communications, and Visual Arts Department.
Gallery hours: MWF, 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.; TR, 3:15 – 4:30 p.m.
For information, contact Kate Marohn at kmarohn@pace.edu.
by Heather Hayes | Nov 17, 2025 | Events
On November 19, at 9:00 p.m., at the Pace Perk (in the basement of Martin Hall), watch and sing along to “Wicked” in preparation for “Wicked Part 2: For Good,” enjoy some food from Perk, get the chance to win some cool raffle prizes, and get a taste of the strawberry and matcha specialty milkshake that comes with a free reusable cup.
by Heather Hayes | Nov 10, 2025 | Events, Faculty
On Thursday, November 20, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., join the Media, Communications, and Visual Arts Department and Veterans Services in Kessel Gottesman Room for “The Presence of Absence: Life After Loss in the Aftermath of War — Artist Talk & Book Signing with Prof. Inbal Abergil.”
Abergil, the sole speaker, will give a 30-minute artist talk, followed by 15 minutes for Q&A and 15 minutes for signing books.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel, where we will host the livestream for those unable to attend in person.
About “The Presence of Absence”:
“The Presence of Absence” is a decade-long documentary body of work that reveals the many layers of trauma, loss, grief, mourning, and healing, in the aftermath of war.
Inbal Abergil weaves stories of the Gold Star Families whose relatives were killed in action, together with still lifes of the loved one’s personal effects, and portraits of the Casualty Notification Officers who deliver the horrific news to the families of loved ones killed in military service. The still lifes reveal the survivors’s methods of coping with death, and how an object can contain the presence of a loved one, reminding us how painful and comforting it can be at the same time. The portraits urge us to look at what no family member wants to meet at their front door, and yet the notifiers knock on the door, knowing that everyone involved will be scarred for life; each time, they hope to remember their script and make no mistakes so that healing will be possible.
While every loss is unique, the Four-channel video brings our attention to four Gold Star Mothers who lost their sons and discuss how to continue living after the war. They offer guidelines for dealing with loss and how to approach others who might be struggling with grief. The photographs, personal stories, and videos in “The Presence of Absence” invite us to reflect on the poignant story of a community of survivors who keep the memories alive as they strive to rebuild their lives in the aftermath of loss, and invite us to create a platform for reflection and discussion of the human price of conflict.
by Heather Hayes | Nov 10, 2025 | Events
On Thursday, November 13, from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m., in Kessel Dean’s Lounge, join Film Club for a cozy night of pumpkin painting while listening to the “Wicked” soundtrack — the perfect way to get in the spirit before Wicked Part 2 hits theaters next week! Whether you’re Team Elphaba or Team Glinda, come hang, paint, and unwind. You could even win an Elphaba Funko Pop!
by Heather Hayes | Nov 3, 2025 | Events
On Friday, November 7, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., outside the Center for Student Engagement office in Kessel, PMZ will host a Broadway Trivia tabling event, featuring a free coffee station! Stop by the table, throw a dart at the dart board, and answer a Broadway-themed trivia question. Show off your knowledge of musicals and plays while competing for amazing prizes, including stickers, merch, original cast CDs, and more. Whether you’re a theater superfan or just love a good game, this tabling is all about fun and celebrating Broadway.
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