wiki definition of Generative Art
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SAIC 1972
The Generative Systems program is launched, which evolves into the Department of Art and Technology Studies—the first department of its kind in the country.
In 1972 Generative Systems became a complete graduate program, encompassing the study of any and all technologies—manual, mechanical, electronic, or biologic.