1. Hasan Elahi named dean of Arizona Arts at the University of Arizona

    Artist, educator, and academic leader to oversee one of the nation’s most integrated arts divisions starting July 1, 2025 TUCSON, Ariz. — The University of Arizona has appointed Hasan Elahi as the next dean of Arizona Arts. He will begin his tenure on July 1, 2025. Elahi is an artist and higher education leader whose […]

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  2. Class of 2025

    The 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 […]

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  3. Dylan Cook is the Outstanding Senior for CFA, School of Music

    Dylan Cook has been selected as the “Outstanding Senior” by the University of Arizona College of Fine Arts and the School of Music for the 2025 spring semester. Here’s a summary of Professor Brian A. Luce’s nomination letter: Dylan Cook, the 2024–2025 Presser Scholar, is a double major in Music Performance and Music Education whose […]

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  4. Nikki Martin selected as Outstanding Senior for the School of Dance

    Nikki Martin has been selected as the “Outstanding Senior” by the University of Arizona School of Dance for the 2025 spring semester. Here’s a summary of Assistant Professor Sarah Lisette Chiesa’s nomination letter: Nikki stands out as a strong leader in the program, who consistently expresses her passion for dance, choreography, and performance full out […]

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  5. Julia Franco selected as TFTV’s Outstanding Senior

    Julia Franco has been selected as the “Outstanding Senior” by the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television for the 2025 spring semester. Here’s a summary of Assistant Professor Orquidea Morales’ nomination letter: Julia will graduate this May with a BA in Film and Television, a minor in Studio Art, and a 4.00 […]

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  6. Aracely Rodriguez named Outstanding Senior for School of Art

    Aracely Rodriguez has been selected as the “Outstanding Senior” by the University of Arizona School of Art for the 2025 spring semester. Here’s a summary of Professor Irene Bald Romano’s nomination letter: Aracely is an exceptional student—the only undergraduate in a graduate-level IDA course—engaged, serious, creative, and always contributing in thoughtful and profound ways. A […]

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  7. Frances Gateward to lead School of Theatre, Film & Television

    Dr. Frances Gateward has been appointed as the next director of the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television. She will begin her appointment this summer. Gateward currently serves as professor and chair of the Department of Communication, Culture, and Media Studies at Howard University. Previously, she was professor of cinema and television arts at California […]

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  8. CCP’s Brito receives national AAM Museum Impact Award

    Denisse Brito, learning and engagement manager at the Center for Creative Photography (CCP), has received the 2025–2026 Museum Impact Award from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM).  This national award recognizes individuals, programs, and institutions making a significant difference—internally through museum culture and policies and externally through audience and community engagement. Brito is one of eight […]

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  9. Bennett Curran finds documentary focus in covering fire

    After evacuating his home during the Palisades Fire, online film student Bennett Curran was compelled to return and start filming the effects. When he saw the Hollywood Hills go up in flames, he knew what he needed to do. “I just had this feeling that I needed to get back and start documenting the effects,” […]

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  10. 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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