Film student Bennett Curran was awarded the ‘Expanding Horizons Arts & Environment Fund’ scholarship by the College of Fine Arts. The fund supports student-driven interdisciplinary arts projects that raise awareness about environmental and climate issues. “California is Burning,” is Curran’s senior thesis film, which he directed, photographed and produced. It is a visual recollection of […]
read moreArizona Arts presents a 2025 fall semester of arts experiences to engage audiences on campus at the University of Arizona and in the community. Arizona Arts and its units produce over 700 events each year, most of them free. The division integrates the arts throughout the university experience; gives all students – regardless of major – access […]
read moreUndergraduate students in Regents Professor Sama Alshaibi’s studio art class at the School of Art created a six-part podcast series based on the theme, “Migration as Practice.” Rooted in Arizona’s Borderlands, the series, Race/Remix: Student Edition, explores the complexities of migration as a lived experience and metaphor and examines how movement shapes identity, memory and belonging. […]
read moreArizona Arts and its 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 […]
read moreThe University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television has launched Film & Television Los Angeles, a Los Angeles outpost that will provide access and opportunities for students and alumni in the hub of the entertainment industry. The highly ranked film school has entered a partnership with Film Independent, dedicated to fostering emerging talent and professional development and […]
read moreAt the 2025 College of Fine Arts Convocation, Dean Andy Schulz took the stage for one final keynote address before stepping down from his dual role as Vice President for the Arts and Dean of the College. In a speech that was both a reflection and a charge, Schulz asked the graduating class to consider […]
read moreThe College of Fine Arts was proud to celebrate the Class of 2025 by bestowing 361 degrees at the CFA Graduation Convocation on May 18 to a sellout audience at Centennial Hall. Dean Andy Schulz, vice president for the arts, served as the keynote speaker. Schulz announced earlier this year that he was stepping down […]
read moreIn 2015, AZPM’s Andrew Brown produced an outstanding video feature, “The Lives of Pictures” about the history of the Center for Creative Photography at the time of the 40th anniversary, interviewing co-founder Dr. John P. Schaefer and Founding Director Harold Jones. It is an important timestamp in the history of the center as we now […]
read moreCollege of Fine Arts faculty are earning major recognition across disciplines, including honors, promotions and new leadership roles. Nicole Antebi (art) received the “Early Career Scholar Award” for her innovative work at the Wonder Studio at Biosphere 2. Marcos Serafim (art) was named a 2025–26 Udall Center Fellow for SEMIPERMEABLE, a project exploring the HIV/AIDS crisis through digital […]
read moreFor many college students, navigating academic demands, social changes, and the transition to adulthood can take a toll on emotional well-being. At the University of Arizona, a new initiative led by Arizona Arts aims to support student mental health in a creative way — by tapping into the healing power of the arts. Research shows that […]
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