The NEH grant will support costs for the execution, installation, community engagement, programming, and Implementation of this exhibition to its various venues.
CCA News
Theatre student and faculty attend American Society for Theatre Research Conference
From Nov. 9-12, Lexi Mangrum-Prokopiof, an honors student with a double major in Theatre and Art History, attended the American for Society for Theatre Research in Providence, Rhode Island. She was...
A seasonal sampler of Miami University ensemble concerts: Attend one, or all four, Dec. 1-6
Enjoy Candlelit Voices, dance, symphony, and wind ensemble performances
A pair of artworks by Miami University MFA candidate Brooke Owens and her mentor Dana Saulnier, professor of Art, was selected for 14th annual ‘TAPPED’ exhibition by C...
Art Museum awarded Re-Accreditation
Miami University Art Museum Receives Highest National Recognition Awarded Re-Accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums
Documentary "All the Lonely People" to shed light on loneliness epidemic at Miami University
On Thursday, November 30, at 7:30 p.m., the Performing Arts Series will screen the documentary film "All the Lonely People" in Hall Auditorium.
Miami University Orchestra celebrates 120th anniversary with a holiday concert
Join the Miami University Symphony Orchestra Saturday, Dec. 2 at 3p.m.
Vocal performance majors win big at Ohio conference
On October 21, 16 Miami University vocal performance majors excelled at the National Association of Teachers of Singing auditions at Ohio University.
Staging success in film and in life
Hear what it takes to pursue a career in film, about learning how to break the mold, and to embrace the freedom you’ll find in college
2021 alum now works at major production company
Harold Sherr, a 2021 ETBD alum, works as a motion graphics designer for BLINK, a multi-disciplinary production company specializing in live music.
On Wednesday, October 25, the Western College Alumnae Association (WCAA) Board of Trustees were invited for a reception at President and Dr. Crawford’s residence, Lewis Place. In addition...
Experience the “Bright Star” musical November 15-19
Miami University’s theater department is putting on its next musical in Gates-Abegglen theater from November 15-19!
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in October
Our editors' picks for October provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage Compiled by university news and communications
Family Weekend request leads to SNL shoutout
During a Q-and-A session with all 4,000-plus Family Weekend audience members, Colin Jost received a bold request from one (assumedly) Miami University student
Popular violinist guest-lectures MUSO students
On September 18, students got to interact with renowned violinist Felicity James.
“Bridgerton” soundtrack collaborators welcomed as Miami artists in residence this fall
One of the most popular string ensembles in the world is about to visit Miami University.
New adjunct instructor shows her collection at Paris Fashion Week
Miami University’s new adjunct instructor for FAS 360: Fashion and Digital Tools, Danisha Brown, just showed her Ready-to-Wear collection at Paris Fashion Week!
Visiting Assistant Professor of Architecture receives highest AIA Ohio award
Terry Welker, FAIA, visiting assistant professor in the Department of Architecture + Interior Design, was awarded the AIA Ohio Gold Medal Award. It was announced Thursday, Oct. 12.
ETBD alumni become successful colleagues
Two Miami University students turned into co-workers and even friends after graduating in 2021. Today, they thank the Emerging Technologies in Business & Design (ETBD) program for their success...
"This will be our reply to violence: to make music more intensely, more beautifully, more devotedly than ever before." —Leonard Bernstein
Miami University commits to carbon neutrality by 2040
The Miami 2040 Climate Action Plan, currently under review, outlines goals and actions to reach carbon neutrality on the Oxford campus
ARC + ID Graduate Program in Architecture to host virtual open houses this fall
Miami University’s Graduate Program in Architecture will host two virtual open houses on its M.Arch. programs this fall. Oct. 19 and Oct. 23 via Zoom, anyone interested in furthering thei...
The ‘exceptional woman’ narrative allows the patriarchy to perpetuate a framework that keeps men in power, says Kernodle about the competition perpetuated between the two pop stars
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in September
Our editors' picks for September provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Art exhibit inaugurated in-part for professor
As a professor of art at Miami University, Robert Robbins’ typical landscape involves students and studios. But in his latest exhibition of his own art, Robbins likes to explore a differe...
SNL Star Colin Jost Headlines Miami Family Weekend 2023
The award-winning comedian and star of Saturday Night Live, Colin Jost, will perform at Millett Hall, Saturday, October 7th.
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
Winners named in the Miami University 2023 Young Sculptors Competition for the $10,000 Yeck Award
The Young Sculptors Competition exhibition is on view at Hiestand Galleries through Oct. 6
Art professor exhibits two pieces in Columbus gallery
Miami University professor of art Tracy Featherstone let her imagination run free with her newest artwork in the Beeler Gallery’s “Wake…Sleep…Dream”...
Faculty Spotlight: Andrea Ridilla
Music professor Andrea Ridilla has exciting things ahead of her
Wenner’s exclusion of Black and female musical voices from his supposedly definitive list of “Masters” is straightforward cultural erasure, writes Kernodle
New B.A. in Studio Art provides additional opportunities for students
The new degree launched this Fall.
New mainstage play to run Oct 6-8
Join Miami University Theatre for With Two Wings
September News at the Art Museum
Check out what is going on at the Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum by reading this month's e-Newsletter HERE. Inside this issue: New on the Moments at the Art Museum Blog Thinking about Ethica...
Art Museum to hold Heritage Symposium Oct 5-6
In conjunction with the current exhibition, Heritage: Shaping Past, Present, Future a two-day symposium is being held at the Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM) at Miami University. Partici...
Alumni Spotlight: Hunter Cuyler
2023 viola performance alumnus will enter prestigious graduate conducting program
Architecture professor to publish chapter on renowned educational theorist
Professor of architecture and interior design John Reynolds will advance his research and writing in his chapter, “Off the Grid: Insight into Design’s Inner and Outer Landscapes” ...
Taiwanese guest lecturers share technique and knowledge in dance class
On August 29, the students in director of dance Ashley Goos’ Choreography and Dance as Culture classes learned traditional Chinese movement from visiting Taiwanese dancers. The dancers a...
Alumni Spotlight: Austin Hogans
Architecture graduate leads donation campaign for first-year architecture students
Fashion program applications open until end-of-day Friday, September 29
Do you love fashion? Are you interested in co-majoring or minoring in fashion at Miami University? If so, you can apply for the Fashion Program until the end of the day on Friday, September 29!
Assistant professor of communication design to help lead national design organization
Zack Tucker was recently selected to be a member on the Design Educators Community (DEC) Steering Committee for the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA), the nation’s premier professiona...
Authors, Accolades, and Achievements
INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine recognizes Miami’s commitment to enable more students of color to explore its STEM programs
Two masters in music alumni named as performing artists for Paris oboe firms
Two Miami University alumni were recently named as performing artists for oboe by two prestigious Paris instrument firms. These firms often feature artists that perform on their instruments in orch...
Art department chair publishes co-edited book
After years in the making, chair of Miami University’s art department, Amanda Alexander, co-edited and published her first book.
Art professor highlighted on renowned website
Painting faculty and graduate director Dana Saulnier was recently profiled for his work by Cynthia Byrnes Contemporary Art.
Oboe professor solos in Austria festival on August 9
Andrea Ridilla, a music professor at Miami University, will perform the oboe as a concerto soloist with the orchestra of the Spezial Sommer-Matinee in Eisenstadt, Austria, on August 9.
Associate professor of trombone performs his latest CD at International Trombone Festival
Most people need luck when in competition – Miami University’s associate professor of trombone, Jaimes Morales-Matos, just needs hard work and his trombone.
2008 theatre alumna could strike gold in international costume design competition
After graduation, Miami University alumni take their newly honed skills everywhere they can. Shiree Houf, a 2008 theatre major and Ohioan freelance costume designer, just sent hers to New Zealand.
Art Museum announces new exhibitions to open August 22
The Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM) at Miami University is excited to announce three new exhibitions opening on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Visitation is FREE and open each Tuesday throug...
Department of Music welcomes Assistant Professor of Music Reina Dickey
Learn more about Reina through the Q&A below.
Art Museum announces new exhibitions to open August 22
The Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum (RCCAM) at Miami University is excited to announce three new exhibitions opening on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Visitation is FREE and open each Tuesday throug...
Learn more about Ryan through the Q&A below.
Department of Art welcomes two new faculty members
Luke Meeken and Natalie Reed will join Miami University beginning this fall.
Professor’s artistic collaboration about US-Mexico border lands in Venice, Italy, exhibition
This year’s theme, “Time Space Existence,” opened May 20 and runs through Nov. 26 in Venice, Italy
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in June
Our editors' picks for June provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Beloved Missoula Children’s Theatre Drama Camp brings Mount Olympus to Oxford this August
Become an Olympic contender with Missoula Children’s Theatre Drama Camp’s produciton of Hercules! August 7th -11th presented by Miami Univeristy Perfoming Arts Series.
Record number of Art students develop their professional skills at national conference
Associate Professor of Art Education Stephanie Danker took a record number of students to the National Art Education Association (NAEA) conference in San Antonio, TX.
Professor Bruce Murray to perform at Oxford Community Arts Center this summer
Experience “Mondays with Murray: A Musical Exploration” for free.
Communication and design major lands her biggest internship yet in Texas
In August 2022, communication and design fifth-year Bella Wallace picked herself up and moved to Waco, Texas. In December, she returned to Miami University with brand new inspiration for her career...
Ghanaian MFA graduate becomes a nationally acclaimed metalsmith
2023 master of fine arts (MFA) graduate Glover Marfo grew up studying metals and jewelry in Ghana. Once he immigrated to America five years ago and enrolled at Miami University, he got to fuse his ...
Miami architects in The Conversation: How building more ADUs can help alleviate the housing crisis
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) — with their social, economic and environmental benefits — should become a more common housing option, say Jeff Kruth and Murali Paranadi
Renowned musicologist Tammy Kernodle on CBS News about Tina Turner’s legacy
Watch the CBS News segment
Miami dance program made its festival debut with the help of famous choreographer
For the first year ever, Miami University’s dance program got to perform in the Electric Root Festival on April 29.
Miami University architecture student wins award in national light fixture design competition
The national competition’s 2023 design problem challenged students to design a signature light fixture for the outdoor patio of a national restaurant chain.
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in May
Our editors' picks for May provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
Student Spotlight: Isabella Obradovich, art education and arts management co-major
First-year art student hung up for her first time
Engineering and Arts students at Miami University integrate creative thinking into learning
Six Miami University students discuss how they utilize creative thinking and innovation from three different perspectives: two who study engineering, two who study creative arts, and two who study ...
Scheduled as part of the Miami University Alumni Weekend program, the Performing Arts Wine Tasting is a unique opportunity to join family, friends, neighbors and colleagues on an unforgettable jour...
Associate professor of Art History wins research fellowship to study sculpture on Miami’s campus
With the fellowship the Holt-Smithson Foundation awarded her, Dell’Aria will turn her research on the artwork into an academic article.
Miami University Fashion and Design accomplishes its 17th annual fashion show
The theme of this year's event was "Ethereal."
CCA announces 2023 P.R.I.D.E. Award winners
Congratulations to Cristy Betz, Samantha Buchholz, Gwenmarie Ewing, Jennifer Fox, Sharon Henrichsen, and Jason Shaiman.
Two undergraduate theatre scholars represent Miami this summer
This summer, two Miami University theatre majors get to realize their dreams of the future for free. Sophomore with a double major in English: creative writing Colton Wolf and sophomore double majo...
Four CCA students recognized with Presidential Distinguished Service award
On April 16, four seniors in Miami University’s College of Creative Arts (CCA) won the Presidential Distinguished Service award for their civic leadership during their time here.
Associated Student Government announces Outstanding Professor Award, top 10 nominees
Stephanie Danker, associate professor of Art, received the 2023 award
LYNX Project Art Song Concert to take place Thursday May 4th
This Thursday May 4th, 2023 at 7:30 pm, the Miami University Department of Music will host a unique collaboration between the LYNX Project, the Miami University Voice Studios, and the Miami Univers...
To find the feel of freedom, dance with discomfort
Hear personal stories and experiences about how finding your “feel” can lead to more freedom and fulfillment
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in April
Our editors' picks for May provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage
The Electric Root Festival returns to Oxford
Visit Uptown Park, Saturday April 29th
Miami University Symphony Orchestra May 5 concert features Concerto Competition winners
Celebrate the 120th anniversary of Miami’s orchestra program.
Theatre major wins President’s Distinguished Service Award
Miami University’s annual President’s Distinguished Service Award goes to a select group of seniors who became citizen leaders in their time at Miami.
Four CCA faculty finalists for Outstanding Professor Award
The OPAs provide students with the opportunity to recognize a faculty member who had an exceptional impact on their Miami experience. This award is designed to honor the diligence and commitment di...
Search begins for new dean of the College of Creative Arts
A committee has been created to begin a national search for a new dean of the College of Creative Arts to replace Elizabeth Mullenix, who now serves as provost and executive vice president of Acade...
Six festivals over five days: Enjoy music, art, poetry, food and more April 25-30
Celebrate the end of the academic year and Miami's vibrant campus communities with these free, fun events
Student Spotlight: Colleen Gorski
Read about a student’s perspective on the experience of being a member of Wind Ensemble and participating in Miami Takes Music Hall.
CCA Global Readiness Certificate Cohort Announced
Twenty-four students from the College of Creative Arts join Miami's GRC Program
Miami University Performing Arts Series and The Department of Music are coming together to showcase student talent at Cincinnati’s storied concert venue, Music Hall on Monday, April 17th at 7...
Senior Malik Wilkins deemed fellow for art exhibition
Senior art major Malik Wilkins just received the Karen E. Meyer & Rick Michelman Fellowship position for the Contemporary Arts Center’s Ecologies of Elsewhere exhibit.
41 TCPL faculty promoted to teaching, clinical professors, and lecturers
They join 37 tenure-track faculty and one librarian whose promotion and/or tenure were approved last month
Miami seniors named Cincinnati’s Emerging Artists
Nick Felaris, Mary Visco, and Madison MacKinnon had work recognized at the event.
Art professor becomes Altman Scholar
Miami University’s Humanities Center Steering Committee just announced Art and Humanities & Creative Arts (HCA) professor Roscoe Wilson as a 2023-2024 or “Environmental Justice̶...
Unique art course teaches DIY LED glasswork
All of a sudden, every face in ART103 TB – Creative Technology lit up. For adjunct art instructor Charlie Thacker, turning photos into light shows for his students is already an intrinsic par...
INTERSECTIONS: Final Projects from Art 251: Typography
Southwestern Ohio Symphonic Band to play final concert of the season as tribute to Miami University
25% of the band—now at 80 members—have Miami degrees.
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