Values, Ideas and the Arts presentations enhance the Manchester Core program in the liberal arts through cultural exposure, artistic experience and intellectual enrichment. VIA features speakers, musicians and dramatic performers from the University community, across the country and around the globe. 

The goals of the VIA program are to:

• broaden students' cultural experiences,
• enrich students intellectually and aesthetically,
• provide opportunities to experience the arts,
• promote dialogue about ideas and values, and
• embody in its programs the values expressed in the University Mission.

Events are held in Wine Recital Hall and last about an hour unless noted otherwise. Members of the University community and the public are also invited to attend all VIA events. Admission is free unless otherwise noted.