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Four Ways to Connect with Art at Triton Center

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October 13, 2026

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At UC San Diego's new Triton Center, creativity is built right into the landscape. From monumental public installations to student galleries, inspiration meets you at every turn. Here are four ways you can connect with art throughout the complex.

Ponder how knowledge is shared and distributed with the newest addition to UC San Diego's Stuart Collection.

Located at the entrance to the Triton Administrative Services Building, "La asamblea del barro," the inaugural commission of the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego's Emerging Artists Program, unveils this fall. Created by Mexican artist duo RojoNegro (María Sosa and Noé Martínez), this towering artwork is composed of 260 hand-painted ceramic symbols. "La asamblea del barro" encourages reflection on the many ways people understand and make sense of the world and the ongoing processes through which knowledge is created, shared and interpreted.

Embrace the art and stories of fellow Tritons.

The Triton Transfer Hub, located in the Triton Administration Services Building, is home to the Triton Transfer Storytellers art exhibition. The exhibition features artwork from an annual competition that asks transfer students to share their stories through an art medium of their choice, accompanied by a written piece. Campus staff and faculty serve as judges to review submissions and award scholarships of $1,000 to winning pieces.

San Diego landscapes by local photographer John O'Nelio line the walls at Triton Health and Wellness Building.

Make an appointment with healing regional landscapes.

Art is integral to well-being, which is why design features and art are intentional components of the comprehensive care offered in the Triton Health and Wellness Building. A carefully curated collection of nearly 300 photographs by local professional photographer John O'Nelio line the walls throughout the facility, offering calming views and stunning landscapes from throughout our regional environment. That's a prescription worth filling!

Immerse yourself in ground-breaking art experiences.

Slated to open Spring 2027, UC San Diego's first ground-up museum The Strauss will feature 15,000 square feet of exhibition space across three levels. Through commissions, exhibitions and immersive experiences, the museum's programming is grounded in how art, science and technology shape the ways people understand the past, live in the present and imagine the future.

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