The Whitney Museum of American Art has announced the suspension of its Independent Study Program (ISP) for the 2025-2026 academic year, following accusations of censorship related to a performance addressing the Gaza crisis. Director Scott Rothkopf's letter cites leadership challenges since Ron Clark's retirement as a primary reason for the decision. Although the letter does not explicitly mention the cancelled performance, it implies that recent controversies necessitate a re-evaluation of the ISP's relationship with the museum. The museum emphasizes its commitment to the ISP's legacy and acknowledges the ongoing challenges it faces in transitioning leadership.
Rothkopf's letter highlights the leadership gap following Ron Clark's retirement, which has strained the ISP's operations and strategic vision.
The museum acknowledges the ISP's significance as a space for critical thinking but is pausing the program to reassess its future direction.
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