Muskingum University’s first art exhibit this academic year will feature local artist Julia Swan. The Julia Swan Quilt Show will be Sept. 7-28, 2022, in the Palmer Art Gallery. The opening reception with Swan will be Sept. 7 from 1-3 p.m.

The Quilt Show will feature 17 quilts as well as six sculptures from her husband, Dr. Tom Swan, and former Muskingum University professor Louis Palmer. She also will have her book, Julia’s Quilts “Through the Eye of a Needle,” on display.

Muskingum University President Susan S. Hasseler hosted United States Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small and State Director Jonathan McCracken, Rural Development Ohio, on Tuesday, Aug. 16.

Torres’ visit included a tour of the Henry D. Bullock Health and Wellness Complex, which received a $28 million Community Facilities Direct Loan for construction of the facility.