Wilkommen Xander Mason, the last-minute Emcee

February 19, 2020

Xander Mason steps in at the last minute to play the lead role of the Emcee in Cabaret for the Arizona Theatre Company.

AVCE faculty recognized with national awards

February 17, 2020

Four Art & Visual Culture Education (AVCE) faculty members were recognized with major education awards.

Drum major describes the power of music

January 22, 2020

Jeremy Meeker-Hackett, drum major for the Pride of Arizona has experienced the power of music in a way most do not.

School of Dance opens new PT / Pilates studio

January 17, 2020

President Robbins was on hand for the opening of the new Physical Therapy and Pilates studio at the School of Dance on Jan. 16. The 750-square-foot space is focused on conditioning, injury prevention and physical rehabilitation for dance majors.

Learn little known facts about long-serving staff

January 15, 2020

Staff being recognized at the 2020 Spring Convocation answered the question, “What’s an interesting fact about yourself that others might not know?” Find out who likes wallyball.

‘Outstanding Senior’ plans to work in video games

December 17, 2019

Amanda Coote was a member of the Pride of Arizona, double-degree earning student and ‘Outstanding Senior.’

Arizona Athletics leader gives arts keynote address

December 16, 2019

Derek van der Merwe, COO for Arizona Athletics, gave the Keynote Address at the 2019 Fall Convocation, sharing his perspective on the relationship between athletics and arts.

Art installation helps communities understand water quality

November 21, 2019

MFA artist Dorsey Kaufmann creates an interactive art installation, Ripple Effect, visualizes water quality data through sound, light and water. The installation was shown in rural mining communities across Arizona.

Murals, public art will become a ‘defining feature’ of University identity

September 30, 2019

Arizona Athletics commissioned School of Art alumnus Danny Martin (MFA ’08) to paint a mural, “The Cactus Comet Rides Again” on Arizona Stadium.

School of Dance is the ultimate prep for a pro dance career

August 20, 2019

Dance Magazine explains why the School of Dance at the University of Arizona is the ultimate prep for company life. “If you’re looking to get a head-start on your professional dance career—or to just have a college experience that balances company-level training and repertory with rigorous academics—the School of Dance’s undergraduate and graduate programs have myriad opportunities to offer.” […]