Splash Biography

ELLA CHENG, Princeton sophomore studying IR & Public Policy.

Major: Woodrow Wilson School

College/Employer: Princeton

Year of Graduation: 2016

Brief Biographical Sketch:

Ella Cheng is a sophomore at Princeton University who is majoring in the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. She is very involved with the Undergraduate Student Government and International Relations Council on campus, and also is a research assistant for the State Department and Bobst Center. Ella has an interest in international institutions, having participated in and organized many Model U.N. conferences, and a passion for the arts, specifically modern art.

Past Classes

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A192: Survey of Modern Art in Splash Spring 14 (Apr. 26, 2014)

Ever stare at a puzzling work from great modern artists like Van Gogh and Andy Warhol and wish you could understand the thoughts, philosophy and history behind the paintings? Want to understand the colorful bands of Rothko or the meaning behind Duchamp's "Fountain"? This course will survey the key modern art movements, from post-Impressionism through 20th century modern art. It will include a creative, hands-on art project in the middle. OPTIONAL: If you do not have a class right after, join Ella for a tour of the Princeton University Art Museum!