Who Got Roots

The students who entered the art portion of Who Got Roots 2025 were able to present and display their pieces in a well known space for many to see. We are so grateful for the artists, their families, performers, vendors, facilitators, Who Got Roots family and Salt Lake Community College for making this happen. To our students, We wish you the best of luck whichever way your path my take you and your artistic talents! There’s many opportunities ahead. Ofa’s & Alofa’s, Who Got Roots Family 2025

Here is a letter from our Curator & SLCC liaison for the “Roots of Resilience” Art Exhibit, Jillana S. AhLoe

“Hello Dear Friends,

I hope you are doing well.

As the Roots of Resilience exhibit at SLCC comes to a close, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each of you. Your time, your talents, and your willingness to share your stories through art created a space that was not only beautiful but also transformative.

Your work invited us to reflect, to feel, and to connect — and it left a lasting impression on everyone who walked through the exhibit. Thank you for your courage, your creativity, and your voice.

We’ve put together a short video to capture the spirit of the exhibit. You can view it here.

A special note: The background music was selected and the video completed just before the passing of our beloved George Fiji Veikoso. His voice has long been a source of strength and pride in our communities, and it feels especially significant that his music accompanies this tribute. It’s a reminder of how art — whether visual, musical, or cultural — continues to shape and uplift our lives.

Thank you again for being part of this journey. We are honored to have shared this moment with you.

With heartfelt appreciation,
Jillana S. AhLoe”

Roots of Resilience: Featured Works from "Who Got Roots 2025" Roots of Resilience: Featured Works from Who Got Roots 2025 is an art exhibit and groundbreaking community art ini­tiative presented by Salt Lake Community C...

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