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Maryville College Art Professor Dr. Carl Gombert Makes a Joyful Return to Campus with New Works

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Noted Maryville College Art Professor Dr. Carl Gombert, who announced his retirement in the spring of 2024, has been actively engaged in the College community despite "retirement." Gombert taught a course per semester, audited additional courses, and participated in various campus activities, showcasing his dedication to the College. Now, he's bringing his artwork to the Blackberry Farm and William "Ed" Harmon galleries of the Clayton Center for the Arts as part of the 2025-26 academic year's inaugural exhibits.

Key Takeaways:

  • Dr. Carl Gombert, a former Maryville College Art Professor, taught a course per semester and audited additional courses during the 2024-25 academic year, demonstrating his continued engagement with the College community.
  • Gombert participated in various campus activities, including theatrical productions, athletic events, and volunteering in the Maryville College orchards, showcasing his active involvement.
  • He has been productive in retirement, taking on a week-long residential class at Arrowmont (School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tennessee) and completing a large mural for the Knoxville Museum of Art.
  • The artist is reading more than ever, including proofreading for friends' works-in-progress, and remains actively involved in music, theater, and sporting events.
  • Gombert's influence on the MC community extends far beyond the classroom, with his presence being felt across various aspects of campus life.
  • The "Retro Spectacles" exhibit, featuring Dr. Gombert's artwork, will be on display at the Blackberry Farm and William "Ed" Harmon galleries from August 29 to September 26, 2025.

Statistics:

  • 31 years: the duration of Dr. Gombert's tenure as a Maryville College Art Professor.
  • 2024-25: the academic year during which Gombert taught and audited courses.
  • 1: the number of week-long residential class Gombert taught at Arrowmont.
  • 1: the number of large murals Gombert completed for the Knoxville Museum of Art.
  • Several: the number of bands Gombert is currently playing in.
  • Many: the number of artworks Gombert has created in retirement, including new pieces and older works.

Sources:

Maryville College, The State of Tennessee's news release.

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