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Kaitlyn Armendáriz

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Arts Educator, Social Impact Professional, and Cultural Heritage Specialist

  • Education

    • University of arizona

      2015 - 2017
      Master’s degree art history, criticism and conservation magna cum laude

      Activities and Societies: Art History Graduate Student Association, Vice President of Fundraising UAMA Curatorial Intern, Fall 2016 As a part of the MA requirements at the University of Arizona I completed a thesis titled; "Culturalcide: The Systematic Destruction and Rewriting of World History at the Hands of ISIS"This thesis tackles the current destruction of art in the Middle East as a study of the evolving use of ancient sites and monuments and proposes a sustainable rebuild project that creates community spaces that recreate the contemporary function of destroyed sites within the community they resided in.

    • Universidad de granada

      2015 - 2015
      Study abroad moorish art & spanish translation certificate summa cum laude

      During the summer between my undergraduate and graduate program I studied abroad at the Universidad de Granada in Granada, Spain. I tested advanced for Spanish and therefore all my classes were conducted completely in Spanish as were any interactions with my host family and classmates. My studies primarily focused on Moorish Art and translation of art documents from Spanish to English.

    • Southern utah university

      2012 - 2015
      Bachelor’s degree art history, criticism and conservation summa cum laude

      Activities and Societies: Golden Key Honor Society, 2015 Outstanding Scholar Art & Design Department, Art History, Summa Cum Laude, University Honors Major in Art HistoryMinor in SpanishGraduated with a cumulative GPA of 4.0 in three yearsStudied abroad the summer of 2015 at the University of Granada in SpainAs a part of the Honors Graduates requirements for Southern Utah University I completed an undergraduate thesis titled; "The Cult of Couture: The Rise of Iconoclasm in the World of Couture Fashion"

    • University of arizona

      2017 - 2019
      Master’s degree near and middle eastern studies summa cum laude

      Activities and Societies: MENAS Graduate Student Association, Board Member 19th Annual Southwest Conference in Middle Eastern and North African Studies, Conference Co-Chair My research expands upon my first MA and focuses on the evolving role of art in society and urbanism in the Middle East. My primary research topic is the ways in which cultural conservation efforts in Latin America can be used as a model for conservation in the Middle East, and the ways in which such conservation can be a stabilizing force. As a part of this degree I completed an MA report titled, "Dust to Dust: A Comparative Study on Cultural Heritage Conservation Within The Old City of… Show more My research expands upon my first MA and focuses on the evolving role of art in society and urbanism in the Middle East. My primary research topic is the ways in which cultural conservation efforts in Latin America can be used as a model for conservation in the Middle East, and the ways in which such conservation can be a stabilizing force. As a part of this degree I completed an MA report titled, "Dust to Dust: A Comparative Study on Cultural Heritage Conservation Within The Old City of Jerusalem". Show less

  • Experience

    • Southern utah university

      Aug 2012 - May 2015
      Annual fund assistant manager

    • University of arizona museum of art

      Aug 2016 - Jan 2017
      Curatorial intern

    • University of arizona

      Jan 2017 - May 2017
      Graduate assistant

    • University of arizona college of architecture, planning and landscape architecture

      Jan 2017 - Jan 2020
      Development and alumni relations coordinator

    • University of arizona health sciences

      Jan 2020 - Apr 2021
      Engagement and outreach manager

    • Business council for the arts

      Mar 2021 - Dec 2022
      Engagement and outreach manager

    • Collin college

      Nov 2021 - now
      Adjunct faculty

      As adjunct faculty in Art History and Humanities, I teach ART1301, "Art Appreciation", ART1303 “Art History I”, ART1304 "Art History II", and HUMA1301 “Intro to Humanities”. I teach these courses emphasizing cross-cultural transactions and the larger implications of arts and culture on our global history. My teaching philosophy is based on using art as a tool to further cross-cultural connections and understanding. My teaching method relies on recognizing and encouraging students' individuality and offering a space for students to share their unique voices and experience. Show less

    • Meow wolf

      Jan 2023 - now
      Impact manager

      As the Impact Manager for Meow Wolf's Grapevine/DFW Location, The Real Unreal, I lead our social impact initiatives across the DFW Metroplex. Through a strategic lens with a focus on collaboration, equity, and sustainability I plan and execute our local community engagement initiatives, employee volunteerism benchmarks, and arts education programming. With our goals encompassing a market of approximately 6.5 million, I prioritize data-collection, tracking KPIs, and market research to create a locally-focused and inclusive social impact strategy. My work as the Impact Manager requires successful collaboration across internal departments, both at the local and company-wide level as well as collaboration with external stakeholders and local partners. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Raiser's edge training

      University of arizona foundation
      Jan 2017

    • Ferpa trained

      University of arizona
      Aug 2016

    • Autism and sensory awareness training

      International board of credentialing and continuing education standards (ibcces)
      Aug 2023

    • Hipaa associate (hipaaa)

      University of arizona
      Jan 2019

    • Addressing accessibility, level 1, 2, and 3 certification

      Collin college
      Nov 2022

    • Applying the quality matters rubric

      Qm quality matters
      Dec 2022
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Collective Impact Award Outloud Dallas Apr 2025 Meow Wolf Grapevine was honored with the Collective Impact Award at Kaleidoscope 2025 in recognition of our partnership with OutLoud Dallas on our Illuminated Voices program. Illuminated Voices is a youth spoken word event series designed to empower young people by providing a platform for their voices. This program celebrates self-expression through poetry, performance, and storytelling, and is recognized for increasing arts access across North Texas and for creating a safe, supportive space… Show more Meow Wolf Grapevine was honored with the Collective Impact Award at Kaleidoscope 2025 in recognition of our partnership with OutLoud Dallas on our Illuminated Voices program. Illuminated Voices is a youth spoken word event series designed to empower young people by providing a platform for their voices. This program celebrates self-expression through poetry, performance, and storytelling, and is recognized for increasing arts access across North Texas and for creating a safe, supportive space for honest, layered storytelling around topics such as identity, mental health, and social justice. It was an honor to bring this project to fruition alongside Meow Wolf Grapevine Lead Exhibition Technical Engineer, Daniel Bornhorst. Show less
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Obelisk Award in New Arts Initiative North Texas Business Council for the Arts Nov 2024 Meow Wolf Grapevine’s partnership with SPARK! Dallas has significantly enhanced the organization’s arts programming. In 2023, Meow Wolf supported SPARK! in creating PRISMATIC, an immersive art exhibit developed by local high school students. This collaboration resulted in a highly engaging pop-up experience featuring six creatively themed rooms designed by students from various Dallas-area schools. Meow Wolf, known for its groundbreaking immersive art experiences, not only provided financial… Show more Meow Wolf Grapevine’s partnership with SPARK! Dallas has significantly enhanced the organization’s arts programming. In 2023, Meow Wolf supported SPARK! in creating PRISMATIC, an immersive art exhibit developed by local high school students. This collaboration resulted in a highly engaging pop-up experience featuring six creatively themed rooms designed by students from various Dallas-area schools. Meow Wolf, known for its groundbreaking immersive art experiences, not only provided financial backing but also offered valuable mentorship, technical support, and exposure through its extensive network. As the presenting sponsor for SPARK!’s 2024 Prismatic Exhibition, Meow Wolf continues to inspire creativity and support arts education, reinforcing its commitment to fostering innovation and artistic exploration in the community. Meow Wolf Grapevine’s commitment to North Texas arts and culture extends beyond SPARK!, supporting diverse arts initiatives across the region, including BCA’s Art Boost, Cara Mia Theater, and Dallas Art Therapy. Show less
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Exceptional Staff Award in “Collaborative Creativity” Meow Wolf Apr 2024 This award recognized the projects I completed outside of the normal bounds of my role as Impact Manager for Meow Wolf Grapevine — specifically for assisting our community outreach leading up to our Houston exhibition opening. Shortly after receiving this award, the position of Regional Impact Manager was created and I was promoted to lead Meow Wolf's social impact initiatives for the state of Texas.
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Teacher Appreciation Grant Sharon Says So Media Aug 2022 This grant recognized my work in integrating new technology into my classroom and supported the purchase of additional technology and programs to allow me to expand this work, making art history more accessible for students of all learning styles.
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Summa Cum Laude Graduate University of Arizona Dec 2019
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Departmental Travel Grant University of Arizona School of Middle Eastern and North African Studies Feb 2018 Received a juried grant to support speaking at the 2018 University of London CIWAS conference to present my project "Re | Defining Art: An Analysis of the Relationship Between Museum and Conservation Spaces within the Art World of the Gulf Arab States" that explored ways in which the Gulf Arab States utilized museum and conservation spaces to successfully draw international attention away from the human rights and fair labor violations that overall, lead to the existence of these spaces.
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Graduate Student Travel Grant University of Arizona Graduate Student Association Feb 2018 Received a juried grant to support speaking at the 2018 University of London CIWAS conference to present my project "Re | Defining Art: An Analysis of the Relationship Between Museum and Conservation Spaces within the Art World of the Gulf Arab States" that explored ways in which the Gulf Arab States utilized museum and conservation spaces to successfully draw international attention away from the human rights and fair labor violations that overall, lead to the existence of these spaces.
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Graduate Student Association Grant Univeristy of Arizona Graduate Student Association Jan 2018 Received a juried grant to support international research as a part of my work on my project "Re | Defining Art: An Analysis of the Relationship Between Museum and Conservation Spaces within the Art World of the Gulf Arab States" that explored ways in which the Gulf Arab States utilized museum and conservation spaces to successfully draw international attention away from the human rights and fair labor violations that overall, lead to the existence of these spaces.
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Cum Laude Graduate University of Arizona May 2017
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Honors Graduate Southern Utah University Honors Program May 2015 After completing a rigorous curriculum of honors classes and an honors thesis I was awarded the title of Honors Graduate by the Southern Utah University Honor's Program
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Student Travel Grant Southern Utah University & University of Granada May 2015 Received a juried travel grant to support a language immersion post-undergraduate study abroad at the Universidad de Granada in Granada, Spain. My studies primarily focused on Moorish Art and translation of art documents from Spanish to English.
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      Summa Cum Laude Graduate Southern Utah University May 2015 Graduated with a 4.0 GPA
    • Awarded to Kaitlyn Armendáriz
      2015 Outstanding Scholar, Art History Art & Design Department Apr 2015

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Vice President of Communications

      Issued by Heritage Oak Cliff on May 2022
      Heritage Oak CliffAssociated with Kaitlyn Armendáriz

    • Volunteer & Committee Member

      Issued by TEXAS MUSLIM WOMENS FOUNDATION INC on Jul 2021
      TEXAS MUSLIM WOMENS FOUNDATION INCAssociated with Kaitlyn Armendáriz

    • Together for a Cure Luncheon Committee Member

      Issued by National MS Society on Aug 2022
      National MS SocietyAssociated with Kaitlyn Armendáriz

    • Outreach Scholar

      Issued by Center for Middle Eastern Studies, University of Arizona on Oct 2017
      Center for Middle Eastern Studies, University of ArizonaAssociated with Kaitlyn Armendáriz

    • Student Mentor

      Issued by Lucha Latina Inc. on Aug 2018
      Lucha Latina Inc.Associated with Kaitlyn Armendáriz