College welcomes new faculty
The College of Arts and Architecture is pleased to announce six new faculty members for the 2020-2021 academic year. Kathryn Hylton, School of Music; Patricia Phillips, School of Theatre; Tyler
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Nichols’ article addresses equity in music education during pandemic
Bryan E. Nichols' article, "Equity in Music Education: Access to Learning During the Pandemic and Beyond," has been published in Music Educators Journal. Read More
School of Music leans on science to find harmony during pandemic
Faced with unique, unprecedented challenges the School of Music takes a science-based approach to pedagogy during a pandemic. Read More
College offers full slate of virtual events for fall 2020
We may not be able to safely gather in person right now, but the College of Arts and Architecture is offering a full slate of virtual events and opportunities this fall. Read More
Student theatrical work reveals personal experience of being Black at Penn State
B.F.A. Acting student Jalen Martin wrote "The Black Boy Who Thought He Had It All" to share his experiences being Black at Penn State. Read More
Solari and Restall co-author book on Maya
Amara Solari, professor of art history and archaeology, is co-author of "The Maya: A Very Short Introduction," recently published by Oxford University Press. Read More
Graphic design professor curates two exhibitions this fall
Emily Burns, assistant professor in the Stuckeman School’s Department of Graphic Design, recently curated two art exhibitions this semester. Read More
Art History awarded Mellon Foundation grant to develop and host Sawyer Seminar
Art History awarded $250,000 Mellon Foundation grant Read More
Apollo’s Fire delivers sounds of Tuscany in free concert streaming Oct. 8–15
Apollo’s Fire, The Cleveland Baroque Orchestra, makes its debut virtual appearance with the Center for the Performing Arts in free concert streaming Oct. 8-15. Read More
Penn State Centre Stage Virtual presents fall season
Penn State Centre Stage Virtual will present three projects ranging from a student-created work to a unique cabaret performance, and a workshop of a new performance piece. Read More
Graphic design’s Russell earns national honor for face mask initiative
Ryan Russell, associate professor of graphic design, was recognized by the University & College Designers Association for the “Mind Your Mask” initiative he launched in March. Read More
Students launch radio show to safely share new music during pandemic
Members of Living Music, a student-run organization focused on promoting new music, have not let the COVID-19 pandemic squash their plans to launch a radio show on WKPS 90.7. Read More
Reflection: Geodesign know-how enabled student to thrive during internship
MLA degree and Geodesign certificate candidate Lara Garcia reflects on her internship experience with Esri. Read More
Alumni launch campaign aimed at assisting underrepresented architecture students
The Architecture Alumni Group has launched a new campaign to raise funds that will assist students with demonstrated financial need in covering the costs of studio materials. Read More
Penn State Ceramics students, faculty get their hands dirty for Rockefeller Center installation
Ceramics students and faculty recently dug up Central Pennsylvania clay that was used to dye flags displayed at Rockefeller Center. Read More
Alumna aims to enhance care for victims of sexual assault
Graphic Design alumna, Madison Urich, has developed an organization to aid victims of sexual assault. Read More
Graphic design professor earns recognition for post-COVID-19 workspace design
Huiwon Lim, assistant professor of graphic design, co-designed a collaborative workspace that was selected as a winner in Work Design magazine’s Next Work Environment Competition. Read More
College to host virtual Sustainability Symposium Oct. 19–21
The College of Arts and Architecture will host a virtual Sustainability Symposium Oct. 19–21, which will highlight, connect and amplify sustainability research. Read More
Virtual 5K to benefit Blue Band Legacy Fund
Blue Band alumni may not be able to return to Penn State for Homecoming this year, but they can connect virtually by participating in the ABBA Virtual 5K, Oct. 17–24. Read More
College continues Sustainability Teaching Roundtable Series in 2020–21
The College of Arts and Architecture’s Sustainability Teaching Roundtable Series, launched in 2019–20, will continue with seven sessions during 2020–21. Read More
SCDC and SEDTAPP collaborate to host virtual symposium on design thinking
The Stuckeman Center for Design Computing is collaborating with the School of Engineering Design, Technology and Professional Programs for its annual Flash Symposium. Read More
Shepherd opens solo exhibit in New York
Rudy Shepherd's "Calling all Gods" exhibit open through Oct. 16 Read More
College welcomes new faculty
The College of Arts and Architecture welcomes six new faculty members Read More
Geodesign program launches video series to raise awareness about the discipline
The Geodesign graduate program has launched a series of video shorts aimed at educating people about the discipline and its growing role in solving land-use challenges. Read More
Penn State Trombone Labor Days offered virtually on holiday weekend
On Sunday, Sept. 6 the School of Music will present virtually its annual Penn State Trombone Labor Days event. Read More