The Daily Pennsylvanian featured me in an article discussing my appointment to the Philadelphia Art Commission. As a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Pennsylvania’s Weitzman School of Design, I was appointed by Mayor Jim Kenney to serve on the Commission, making me one of its youngest members and the only Black man on the panel at the time.
In the article, I shared my excitement about the appointment, noting the significance of having a voice on the Commission that represents younger, diverse perspectives. My role on the Commission involves overseeing the approval of public art and architecture projects throughout the city, a responsibility I take seriously as I advocate for more equitable and inclusive approaches to public space.
I also highlighted the importance of the Commission’s work in shaping the cultural and physical landscape of Philadelphia, emphasizing that the decisions made by the Commission impact how communities see themselves and are represented in public spaces. This aligns with my broader research and professional interests in placemaking, equity, and the intersection of art and urban design.
READ: http://www.thedp.com/article/2021/09/matthew-miller-philadelphia-art-commission-weitzman
