DocumentOngoingPolicy

Libraryartworkguidelines

Rhodes UniversityRef: https://www.ru.ac.za/library/aboutus/policiesandguidelines/libraryartworkguidelines/

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Collected on 9 September 2026

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What this means

This is a policy document from Rhodes University Library outlining guidelines for displaying artwork within its facilities. It establishes that the library serves as a public and communal space open to hosting artworks, with a focus on South African art and thematic displays related to academic subjects, notable figures in learning, or art materials. The policy supports visual and literary literacy and is guided by a Space identification document compiled by the Art work Task Team. There is no specified deadline, indicating the opportunity is ongoing.

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art exhibition opportunityOngoing

Submission of artwork for display in Rhodes University Library

Artists and curators may submit artwork for consideration to be displayed in public and communal spaces within the Rhodes University Library, both indoors and outdoors. The artwork should reflect South African artistic expression and may be themed around academic disciplines, notable South African figures in learning, or specific art materials.

Who it is for: South African artists, art curators, and cultural contributors
How to act on it: Submit artwork proposals or entries for review by the library’s curatorial team, guided by the Space identification document from the Art work Task Team.

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RU Library is a one of the larger public and communally shared spaces on the campus and there is space to accommodate artwork, both inside the building and externally.

Facts

Reference

https://www.ru.ac.za/library/aboutus/policiesandguidelines/libraryartworkguidelines/

Key Takeaways

Rhodes University
Library Artwork Guidelines
South African art
Space identification document
Art work Task Team
Research Commons
Postgraduate Commons
Presentation room
Information Commons
24 hour study facility
Group study areas
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Rhodes University
Art work Task Team
Makhanda Community
Research Commons
Postgraduate Commons
Presentation room
Information Commons
24 hour study facility
Group study areas