GM supports 2008 student arts competition/exhibition

Washington, DC - Congressional leaders and General Motors today honored more than 300 students from around the country at a ceremony to officially open the Congressional High School Arts Exhibition in the Cannon House Office Building.

Organized by the Congressional Arts Caucus, the exhibit is the result of high school art competitions conducted in congressional districts sponsored by participating House members. The winning art is displayed in the Cannon building corridor leading to the U.S. Capitol. More than 300 young artists from across the country will participate in the ceremony.

"General Motors supports the students whose creative energy exemplifies the talent of our country's young people", said Ken Cole, GM Vice President, Global Public Policy and Government Relations. "The exhibit will be enjoyed by thousands who visit our nation's Capitol throughout the year, and General Motors is proud to be involved with this terrific program."

The exhibit will be on display through June, 2009.

Source:Infibeam.com