If you know what the Passion Flower – the official flower of Athens, Ohio – is, you know the magic of Passion Works Studio. Founded by two-time College of Fine Arts graduate Patty Mitchell, BFA ’87, MA ’91, Passion Works is a collaborative community arts studio that’s home to a core group of artists with development differences. Patty has blazed a trail by creating a model for how to shift sheltered workshops and day programs into collaborative making spaces where entire communities can engage and experience the joy of creating and connecting.

OHIO alumni and students who attend will get a chance to win a Passion Works/Ohio University tote bag and mini passion flower.

Produced by the Ohio University Alumni Association, "Avant-Grad" is hosted by Colleen Carow, a three-time Ohio University graduate who loves good conversation and storytelling.

You will receive a confirmation email upon registration that will include details on how to join this virtual event. This event will be hosted on May 11 at both 12 p.m. EDT and 7 p.m. EDT -- choose what's best for you!