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Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
SCAD announces award-winning musician Jon Batiste as 2025 commencement speaker
Academy Award and Grammy Award-winning musician Jon Batiste will take a break from interpolating classical music with blues riffs to inspire graduates from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) next weekend. Batiste will serve as the university's 2025 commencement speaker both in Savannah and Atlanta on May 30 and 31. His commencement address will be to SCAD's largest class in university history. The 3,800+ graduates plus their families and guests will be treated to a live performance by the seven-time Grammy Award winner. SCAD President and Founder Paula Wallace will also add an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree to Batiste's resume as she is scheduled to confer the degree to him. SCAD's press release noted Batiste's impact on music and culture, especially calling out his 2021 album We Are. The album received 11 nominations across seven genres and won five awards, including Album of the Year. He also nabbed an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA for his work on Pixar's Soul. According to the press release, Batiste said, "It's a gift to connect with and inspire the next generation of creative artists from this globally renowned university." Wallace will confer degrees to SCAD Savannah and SCADnow graduates on Friday, May 30, at the Savannah Convention Center, 1 International Drive. SCAD Atlanta graduates will receive their degrees on Saturday, May 31, at the Gateway Center Arena, 2330 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, Georgia. The SCAD graduating class represents more than 40 degree programs, including animation, fashion, film and television, interior design, and user experience design. Students from various programs are also scheduled to speak and receive recognition for their accomplishments. Joseph Schwartzburt is the education and workforce development reporter for the Savannah Morning News. You can reach him at JSchwartzburt@ and JoeInTheKnow_SMN on Instagram. This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: SCAD shares big commencement speaker news for Savannah and Atlanta
Medscape
23-05-2025
- Health
- Medscape
SCAD: What's an Extreme Athlete to Do?
'Do something every day that scares you' is a favorite motto of 36-year old World Champion kayaker and freestyler Nicholas Troutman. As an extreme athlete, he is accustomed to risk-taking; whether it's running white water rapids or navigating an 80-foot waterfall drop in Washington State. His GoPro videos attest to his undeniable thirst for adrenalin-producing life experiences. No one would have predicted his closest brush with death would be from a heart attack as a result of spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) earlier this year. Nick Troutman kayaking After 4 days of '6/10 chest discomfort' occurring mostly during inclines on Nick's typical 4-mile runs, his wife asked him to get checked out. But he napped, blamed it on too much caffeine, and wondered if he had panic disorder, a condition he'd never experienced. He even 'tested' himself by going for more runs. When he had to lay on the floor until his pain remitted and took yet another nap, his wife insisted again, and he finally drove himself to the local hospital. Nick Troutman 'I was told my ECG looked pretty good,' he said. He was also initially reassured that his athleticism and young age placed him in a super low risk category for heart attack…but his troponin level returned in the thousands. A coronary angiogram revealed 100% occlusion of the left anterior descending coronary artery. 'There was a 36 mm tear' in the vessel wall proximal to the obstruction. He was placed on aspirin, clopidogrel, and metoprolol and discharged. 'Not much information was given to me so I did what I probably should not have done,' he told me. 'I researched it on my own, online.' That's how he found Jessica Duran, MD, who runs the SCAD clinic at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, one of only a smattering of such programs across the country. Nick says his ejection fraction is now 50%. He is scheduled for a 'head-to-tail' CT scan to evaluate for fibromuscular dysplasia, one of the possible etiologies of SCAD. He has been advised repeatedly to retire from extreme kayaking, but that advice isn't compatible with a happy life for him. What Causes SCAD I had the pleasure of hearing Duran speak on SCAD at the Vanderbilt Women's Heart and Neurology Symposium in Franklin, Tennessee. She pointed out that SCAD accounts for about 4% of all cases of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and most of these are in women. Men typically present with SCAD after extreme physical exertion whereas for the usually premenopausal women with SCAD it's more likely an emotionally traumatic experience. SCAD represents about 40% of myocardial infarction events in women younger than 50 years and between 15%-40% of pregnancy associated ACS cases. Jessica Duran, MD During her presentation, Duran flashed a slide demonstrating three distinct SCAD patterns as described by the Yip-Saw classification: In Type I, radiographic contrast penetrates the false lumen and gives the impression of 'dye hanging up' during angiography after the contrast has cleared. It carries a lower risk of progression and fewer complications if mechanical intervention is required. Type 2a is described as a long smooth stenosis with normal distal vessel appearance. In Type 2b the stenosis continues to the distal area of the vessel. Type 3 is more typical angiographically of atherosclerosis but in the absence of traditional risk factors and lack of atheroma in other vessels. A high index of suspicion is required, and intravascular imaging may be necessary to classify. Total coronary occlusion, as experienced by Nick, is called SCAD Type 4 by some since it doesn't easily fit into the other categories. There are two main theories for SCAD: A hematoma spontaneously arises between two of the layers of the coronary artery or a rent occurs within the arterial wall. Patients better understand the phenomenon when I compare the walls of the coronary artery to the layers of an onion. As the walls separate, the inner most layer is displaced centrally inside the lumen limiting blood flow or obstructing it completely producing ischemia, myocardial infarction, and in some instances sudden death from ventricular fibrillation. Medical Management Favored Over 10 years ago, my friend Lisa (then age 40) experienced a SCAD-associated ventricular fibrillation arrest during an exercise class. Her ongoing ischemia and chest discomfort bought her a 'full-metal jacket' of stents in her right coronary artery. Fortunately, she's doing great. In counter distinction to Lisa's therapy, Duran pointed out that medical therapy is the optimal treatment, including aspirin for a minimum of 1 year, 'ideally life-long', dual anti-platelet therapy for 4-6 weeks, and beta blockers to reduce recurrence. Indications for percutaneous intervention include left main dissection, ongoing ischemia, TIMI 0-1 flow, hemodynamic instability, and refractory angina. Coronary artery bypass grafting should be reserved for extensive dissections involving the left main coronary artery. Underlying conditions to consider according to Duran include Marfan syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos IV, Loeys-Dietz syndrome, systemic inflammation, migraine disorder, or drug use (cocaine, meth, and THC). Inflammatory disorders associated with SCAD include systemic lupus, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, polyarteritis nodosa, and sarcoidosis Because the condition is complex and occurs in a younger population, Duran admitted that 'SCAD office visits are long visits.' It also takes time to carefully assess for a family history of fibromuscular dysplasia, extracoronary findings, or multivessel involvement — any of which are indications for genetic testing, as is recurrent SCAD and male sex. Lifestyle Changes Post SCAD Then there is the required lifestyle discussion. In women who've experienced SCAD, Duran recommends against pregnancy altogether but pointed out that this is based on 'limited data.' 'For women who decide to conceive, care should be delivered by a multidisciplinary cardio-obstetrics team throughout the pregnancy with delivery ideally at a level III/IV maternal care center,' she told me. 'Planned vaginal deliveries are typically recommended.' I asked Duran about advice for very active SCAD patients. 'Moderate aerobic exercise, interval training and strength training using lower resistance and higher repetitions are recommended,' she said. However, patients are advised to avoid competitive sports, high-intensity exercise, heavy isometric exercises that require straining or prolonged Valsalva, and extreme head and neck positions. She is fully transparent with athletes who wish to return to competitive sports. 'Athletes need to know that physical activity, particularly extreme or unconventional has been identified as a trigger in a fair number of SCAD cases and thus at present the current expert consensus advises against the return to competitive sports.' The rate of recurrence is between 10%-20% with recommendations to avoid known triggers such as risky yoga poses, chiropractic manipulation, and roller coaster rides. She clarified further by email, 'Ultimately I strongly believe that patients want to know the unfiltered truth and receive guidance as to how to proceed with their lives. And my job as their doctor is to help guide them on their journey and empower them with the information they need to make well-informed decisions about their future and enjoy a long, healthy life,' she said. Which brings me back to Nick Troutman. Nick is doing well. However, against medical advice and with a bottle of nitro in his pocket, he entered yet another Kayaking competition and won. 'Does Dr Duran know that you competed in March?' I asked. 'Uh….no,' he said after which he further explained his risk-taking, 'I'm not trying to be a daredevil. I've got two kids and I'd like to live a long life and watch my kids grow up, but I'm not ready to sit on the couch for the next 60 years.' Nick's persona revolves around being an athlete, and he doesn't want that to end with SCAD. I suggested that if he keeps competing, he should make certain EMS is available on location at all of his events. But, I worry. As physicians, we must accept that it's up to the individual to judge what risks they will take. Nick lives his life as the ultimate free-styler pushing boundaries and gambling that SCAD will remain in his rear-view mirror. But given the substantial rate of recurrence, his return to competitive kayaking poses a high risk. In the end, all we can do is help our patients if they fall, even if that's 80 feet over the edge of a breathtaking waterfall in Washington State.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
SCAD presents 'The Drowsy Chaperone'
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Get ready to laugh, sing, and tap your feet as the Savannah College of Art and Design's (SCAD) School of Film and Acting presents The Drowsy Chaperone, a musical-within-a-musical that brings the glitz and glamour of 1920s Broadway to life. The show runs from May 22 through 25 at Savannah's historic Lucas Theatre for the Arts. Get your tickets here. This Tony Award-winning comedy follows a lonely theater enthusiast—known only as 'Man in Chair'—who escapes into the world of his favorite forgotten musical. As he plays the original cast recording, the show bursts into life in his apartment, complete with mistaken identities, tap-dancing groomsmen, and a delightfully tipsy chaperone. The production brings together the work of more than 60 students across top-ranked degree programs including acting, production design, costume design, lighting design, music and sound design. 'This show has everything for everyone of all ages,' said director and SCAD acting director Christian Delcroix. 'There's comedy, entertainment, lots of surprise elements, and one show-stopping song and dance number after another. These student actors are incredibly talented and they will blow audiences away with their spectacular performances.' Delcroix performed on Broadway for over a decade before coming to teach at SCAD, appearing in shows like South Pacific, Follies, and The Book of Mormon. He is joined by other Broadway veterans who are mentoring The Drowsy Chaperon student cast. The musical is choreographed by Broadway actress/SCAD acting professor Margot de La Barre, and music directed by Broadway music director Jasper Grant. Originally written by Bob 'This is SCAD's latest act of bringing Broadway to Broughton Street!' said Andra Reeve-Rabb, the dean of the School of Film and Acting. 'With our team of creatives made up of talented students and Broadway veterans, we are thrilled to bring this musical favorite to the historic Lucas Theatre.' See SCAD's production of The Drowsy Chaperone through May 25. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Vogue
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Savannah College of Art and Design Fall 2025 Ready-to-Wear Collection
The Savannah College of Art & Design has a honeybee as its school mascot. It's a peculiar fun-fact about the university, one with a warm, even if a little saccharine, backstory. The gist of it is that bees shouldn't be able to fly given their size and wingspan, yet they do. The parallel here is that an art and design university nestled in a picturesque southern town like Savannah, Georgia, isn't quite a fail-proof, no-brainer idea. Its competitors—Parsons in New York and Central Saint Martins in London—are based in buzzy world metropolises in proximity to the industries they prepare their students for. But as this weekend's annual School of Fashion runway show proves, SCAD is defeating all expectations. Even this alumnus's. Friday night's extravaganza took place at SCAD's campus in Atlanta (it takes turns with the Savannah campus every other year). The proceedings kicked off with a musical performance featuring two alumni; on the piano was Maxwell Park, while Wayne Bucknor Jr. played the cello as he walked down the runway. The runway, by the way, was a colorful walkway by Trish Andersen, another alumna. If in the past SCAD's fashion students operated almost independently of the industry at large, with little to no references to trending aesthetics or designers, that's no longer the case. The distinctive voices remain, but the students appear increasingly aware of the goings-on in fashion. Themes like the much-discussed return of boho (à la Chloé), and the trending Western aesthetic (Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter, anyone?), dominated the runway. Most surprising was the number of collections that either referenced or repurposed military garb. From upcycled army surplus and many, many parachutes, which were cut into utilitarian separates and even draped into eveningwear, war and its byproducts—physical and abstract—were unequivocally top of mind. Gen-Z often gets flack for its apparent aloofness and reliance on the internet and social media, but these collections painted a portrait of a highly sensitive, literate generation. There was a clear wearability to many of the clothes in this show that's not always found in student collections. It was the emphasis on craft and the handmade, however, that underscored some of this year's strongest efforts. Julianna Almandoz painstakingly embellished her collection with what looked like thousands of buttons, and to great effect. It emanated joy and was a wonderful callback to the late Patrick Kelly. Also impressive was meticulous leather, beading, and fabric patchwork and quilting on the runway: See Hollis Maxon's intricate textile work, the way Kieva Brady needle felted and embellished tweeds with wool and Swarovski crystals, and how Elizabeth Earnhardt repurposed vintage handkerchiefs and draped them into a skirt and made handbags out of ceramics.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘Priced Out' of housing in Savannah, community partnership highlights residents' struggle
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A local organization debuted an exhibit Friday to shed light on what they are calling a housing affordability crisis in Savannah. The exhibit, called 'Priced Out.' is a partnership between Housing Savannah and SCAD Serves, a community engagement program run by Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). The project highlighted the experiences of local people facing housing insecurity in Savannah. 'I applied for disability. We were evicted from our apartment because Shaun's salary didn't cover it,' Shaun and K-lee, who were featured in the exhibit, said. 'We heard about a job in Savannah, but when we got here that job kind of fell through. So, we've been living in a motel.' Those featured in the exhibit said they are not able to secure safe, comfortable housing in Savannah for a variety of reasons. For some, it's an unexpected illness that drops their household down to one income. 'Our food stamps were just cut off', Shaun and K-Lee said. 'Working at the Waffle House as a server, I only make three dollars an hour…So, now, I had to take on a couple extra shifts, cooking and serving now, to try and balance out our budget a little bit.' For others, generational struggles make it hard for them to afford stable housing. 'I went to college twice,' Ashley, who was also featured in Priced Out exhibit, said. 'I still can't get my foot in the door. I still can't get a leg up. Anytime, I go somewhere, I think Savannah might not be it, but this is my home. Why don't I have the right to live here?' However, according to Executive Director of Housing Savannah Laura Lane McKinnon, the struggle for affordable housing is not unique to just the participants in the exhibit. 'Far too often we think of that as an individual issue, something that perhaps we've done something wrong, we're struggling. But it really is a systemic issue,' she said. SCAD Serves and Housing Savannah put together a documentary to highlight the everyday realities of the participants' lives. In the exhibit, their testimonies were woven together like a quilt. 'The rent for low-and mid-income people is based on the average income for the entire town,' Paula, a participant featured in the documentary said. 'That doesn't make sense to me. It doesn't compute.' Only a snippet of the documentary was shown at Friday's exhibit, but the whole piece will be unveiled to the public soon. You can view the 'Priced Out' exhibit from 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Saturday. K-lee and Shaun shared their GoFundMe with WSAV. If you would like to donate you can click or tap here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
