Carving a Legacy honors Dr. Ellen Swartz, the first woman to graduate from RIT’s woodworking program (1966), highlighting her remarkable craftsmanship and lasting influence. The exhibition showcases her woodworking achievements and examines how her creative processes continue to inspire today’s RIT students. Dr. Swartz’s groundbreaking work encourages future artisans to push the boundaries of individual expression and consider how their craft can serve the greater good.