1. Josh Barbre’s Hip Hop Odyssey

    Josh Barbre, a PhD student in musicology at the University of Arizona School of Music, completed a nine-month research residency in France last summer as a Fulbright Fellow.  “It is truly an honor for one of our School of Music doctoral students to be selected for the Fulbright Scholar Program,” said School of Music Director […]

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  2. Joan Ashcraft: 2025 CFA Alumni of the Year

    The University of Arizona Alumni Association has named Dr. Joan Ashcraft (BM ’74, MM ’76, Ph.D. ’86) the College of Fine Arts 2025 Alumni of the Year. “As a distinguished three-time graduate of our School of Music, Dr. Ashcraft has made an extraordinary impact on the arts landscape in Tucson and beyond,” said Andy Schulz, […]

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  3. Integrative Arts Research Fellows cohort named

    Nine College of Fine Arts faculty members have been selected as part of the Integrative Arts Research Fellowship cohort, earning funding to support research projects.  The Fellows were selected based on their ongoing projects which build resilient individuals and communities through practice-based arts research methods. Each will receive a stipend and pilot project funding to […]

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  4. Broadway in Tucson announces 20th season

    Broadway in Tucson celebrates its 20th anniversary with its 2025 / 2026 season, featuring “Back to the Future,” “The Wiz,” and Moulin Rouge!, winner of 10 Tony Awards, including ‘Best Musical,’ all performed at Centennial Hall on the campus of the University of Arizona. Since the Broadway series launched, nearly 1.7 million guests have enjoyed over […]

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  5. Utz earns Sundance award in directorial debut

    Alumna Lindsay Utz in her directorial debut earned a World Cinema Documentary Audience Award for “Prime Minister” at the Sundance Film Festival on Jan. 31. Utz and Michelle Walshe, co-directors of the 102-minute documentary, shine a light on former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, capturing her through five tumultuous years in power and beyond. The film uses […]

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  6. Inspiring a Community with Niko Gomez

    Nicolette “Niko” Gomez never expected to be an inspiration.  “I’m definitely grateful that my community sees me as someone that they’re able to come to with questions,” she said.  An entrepreneur and member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Gomez spent 10 years working at Casino Del Sol before realizing that there are more opportunities for […]

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  7. Broadway in Tucson: Spring 2025

    Broadway in Tucson has added two new shows to their spring 2025 line-up, including STOMP (Feb. 4-5) and Alton Brown: Last Bite (April 9) performed at Centennial Hall on the campus of the University of Arizona. The season ends this summer with SHUCKED (Aug. 5-10), the Tony Award-winning musical comedy. For more information, visit Broadway […]

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  8. Step inside the sounds of the brain

    Imagine hearing the hum of your brain, its electrical signals transformed into a symphony of sound. What would it reveal about your mind, your health, or the hidden rhythms of cognition?  A collaboration between the School of Music and the College of Medicine – Tucson highlights how transforming brainwave data into sound may advance research in detecting […]

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  9. CFA Academic Advisors: Your Guides to Success

    Behind every student’s journey at the College of Fine Arts (CFA) are the dedicated academic advisors who help them navigate college life, pursue their passions, and find their creative communities.  Meet the unsung heroes of the College of Fine Arts.  Here’s a quick look at a few of the advisors who make a difference every […]

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  10. Current openings with the College of Fine Arts

    The University of Arizona College of Fine Arts is seeking talented individuals to join our vibrant community of artists, educators, and scholars.  Whether you’re an experienced professional or an emerging leader in your field, our open faculty positions offer the chance to inspire the next generation of creators and innovators. Check out the opportunities below […]

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