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The Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center at RPI announced May 9 that Laurie had been named its first distinguished artist in residence at RPI, with a three year term. Rensselaer’s press release for the occasion stated that “The residency provides Anderson with wide access to space, technology, and support for creative experimentation, but as important, brings the artist into ongoing dialogue with students and faculty at Rensselaer.” Laurie is delighted to be the first EMPAC artist-in-residence, and looks forward to working with EMPAC’s crack technical and production teams. For the official announcement, click here.