1. Introducing the new CFA faculty for fall 2025

    The University of Arizona College of Fine Arts is excited to welcome eight new faculty members for the 2025-2026 academic school year.  These educators bring diverse experience and leadership in piano pedagogy, operatic studies, film and television and hip-hop culture will inspire returning and new students at the College of Fine Arts. With a strong […]

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  2. Fall Arts Preview 2025 from Arizona Arts

    Arizona 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 […]

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  3. University of Arizona Band Day

    The School of Music and AZMBA are proud to host the 72nd Annual University of Arizona Band Day at Arizona Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.  Featuring the finest high school marching bands from across the Southwest, ranging in size from 30 to more than 250 members, each band is evaluated by a panel of […]

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  4. Faculty Ensemble plays two nights at The Century Room

    Two unforgettable nights of world-class jazz performed by the renowned faculty of the University of Arizona School of Music’s Jazz Studies department. This special faculty concert series showcases the artistry, originality, and collaborative spirit of four master musicians — Dr. Angelo Versace, Brice Winston, Jason Carder, Arthur Vint, and Scott Black (Fri.) / Colin McIlrath […]

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  5. Current job openings with Arizona Arts

    Arizona Arts and the College of Fine Arts are 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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  6. CFA faculty honors, promotions and milestones 

    College 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 […]

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  7. Art prescriptions to aid student mental health

    For 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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  8. 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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  9. Gloria Orozco Dorado: Outstanding Graduate for School of Music

    Gloria Orozco Dorado has been selected as the “Outstanding Graduate” by the University of Arizona School of Music for the 2025 spring semester. Here’s a summary of Associate Professor Jackie Glazier’s nomination letter: Gloria’s achievements in clarinet performance and research are extraordinary. Her project, Ritmos de mi Tierra (“Rhythms of My Land”), won the International Clarinet Association’s […]

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  10. 2025 Summer Music Camp

    The University of Arizona School of Music is proud to present its 2025 Summer Music Camp, a weeklong experience designed to inspire, challenge, and connect young musicians across Southern Arizona. The camp will take place June 16–20, 2025, and is open to students currently in 5th through 8th grade who have at least one year of instruction in band, choir, […]

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