Mari Nguyen (Ryman '11), Alumni Engagement Specialist 

Every fall, alumni give back to Ryman Arts by speaking at College Preparation Weekend (CPW) to encourage current students who may be hesitant about the college application process. This year's CPW hosted 20 college representatives with 25 virtual and in-person sessions, welcoming over 960 students, alumni, and their families! Ten alumni speakers joined us for an enlightening two-day event, guiding students through key aspects of college admissions, financial aid, and beyond!

By Mari Nguyen (Ryman '11), Alumni Engagement Specialist

Art Outings with Ryman Arts invites alumni, students, and families to explore the rich cultural landscape of Southern California. These free, seasonal art events, allow our community to explore art and culture in an engaging, hands-on way that we hope will inspire each individual to connect with one another and ignite their creativity and curiosity.

By: Rebecca Flores, Development & Communications Coordinator

By: DiAndra Reyes (Ryman '09)

As a Library and Information Science graduate student and Ryman Arts alumna, DiAndra Reyes was brought onto the Herbert D. Ryman Legacy Project at the end of 2023 to assist in the cataloging, organizing, and modernizing of our Herbert D. Ryman records and physical collection. As a special treat, DiAndra takes us behind-the-scenes and shares what she's currently working on at Ryman Arts.

By Marilyn Nguyen (Ryman ’11), Alumni Engagement Specialist

This spring, seven alumni speakers were a part of our Creative Career Programming. With 500 alumni, students and their families in attendance overall at our annual spring Creative Career Programming, it continues to improve career awareness for our young artists with artist talks, workshops, behind-the-scenes visits to studios and creative businesses, career panels in a variety of creative industries, and so much more!

By Charlotte Barnett (Ryman ’20), Youjin Shin (Ryman ’16), and Helena Hsieh (Ryman ‘00)

At the heart of Ryman Arts is our vibrant community and artistic network. With over 34 years of service, we are delighted to share three stories from our alumni of heartwarming connections that have formed through Ryman Arts. From blossoming friendships to alumni supporting the next generation of young artists, these special connections remind us that art truly brings people together.

Charlotte Barnett (Ryman ’20)

By Diane Brigham, Executive Director of Ryman Arts from 2002-2024

After a career in art education leadership, including the last two decades leading Ryman Arts, I have been reflecting on how much I benefited from the wisdom of mentors and role models everywhere I worked.

By Shannon Huang, Director of Development and Communications

Ryman Arts is pleased to welcome four new members to our Board of Directors. Together, these individuals are leaders in their fields and have played a role in some of the world’s greatest cultural and entertainment spaces.

Please join us in welcoming:

Raymond Braun

Eugenia Chen

Peggie Fariss

Wendy Heimann-Nunes