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Nilea Rohrer-Parvin

Austin, Texas

Nilea Rohrer-Parvin is a sculptor who teaches using many disciplines, including performance art and creative writing. She demonstrates a strong multicultural element to her teaching artist engagements. Rohrer-Parvin, who experienced a mild traumatic brain injury, designed and taught art programs for 30 years in museums, public and alternative schools, juvenile detention centers, and adult learning centers. She has served as director of a community arts center and is a published poet. The Arkansas Art Educators Association presented Rohrer-Parvin with “The Most Distinguished Service Award-2000,” citing her excellence of leadership in statewide arts advocacy and the mentorship of students.