The UNITY Project

An interactive art installation to celebrate what defines us, and what unites us.

Published:
by Meghan Ochs

In celebration of the inauguration of our president, Dr. William Fiege, Brightpoint is installing an art project called UNITY on both campuses this October. Open to the public, the UNITY Project is designed to draw together community members from many backgrounds and life experiences, and reveal the ways in which we are all connected. 

How Does It Work? 

32 poles are installed in a circle in select outdoor locations (see below). Each pole is labeled with a different identifier, such as “I’m a student” or “I’m a parent.” Project participants select the poles that they identify with, and then tie a string of yarn from one pole to another. As more and more participants attach their yarn, the strings will intersect, creating a web that represents our interconnectedness. 

Participate in the UNITY Project 

The UNITY Project will be open throughout October at various times and dates. Stop by, contribute your string of yarn, and help us celebrate our shared humanity.  

*Yarn will be provided to all participants. Volunteers will be available to assist at both installations. UNITY is a weather-permitting event. 

The UNITY Project Schedule & Opening Hours 

Chester Campus

Location: The grassy area beside Goyne and behind Discovery Hall

Dates: October 2 – 17

Opening hours: 

  • Wednesday, October 2: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 

  • Thursday, October 3: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

  • Monday, October 7: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

  • Tuesday, October 8: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

  • Wednesday, October 9: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Brightpoint Connect)

  • Monday, October 14: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

  • Tuesday, October 15: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

  • Thursday, October 17: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Midlothian Campus 

Location: The quad between Hamel and Trailblazer Hall 

Dates: October 10 – 25

Opening hours: 

  • Thursday, October 10: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Brightpoint Connect)

  • Monday, October 14: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

  • Tuesday, October 15: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.

  • Wednesday, October 16: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

  • Friday, October 18: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

  • Monday, October 21: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

  • Tuesday, October 22: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

  • Wednesday, October 23: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

  • Thursday, October 24: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

  • Friday, October 25: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Fall Fest) 

Visit our inauguration page to learn more about all the special celebrations happening this month. You can also read about the origins of the UNITY Project for additional background.