Tag: College of Visual and Performing Arts
‘Juice Box’: students work all semester in class promoting this concert
Twenty music industry and Bandier students take on this one-of-a-kind class project to promote a concert at the Westcott Theater. Read More »
New course on Donald Trump announced and other news you may have missed today
A VPA course will examine President Trump from a pop culture perspective and the city suspended a firefighter on Wednesday in connection to a hit and run. Read More »
‘Haunted Ethnography’ exhibition digs up graves of colonialism
Organized by Urban Video Project, the “Haunted Ethnography: New Experimental Documentary” exhibition challenges the hard history of ethnographic film. Read More »
Senior gets tattoo of his original character
The happy creature on Kevin Wegener’s arm is a testament to his awkward adolescent years. Read More »
Officials, professors react to laws that would get rid of tenure in public universities
Lawmaker, Syracuse University professors give opinions on bills introduced in two states that are proposing to eliminate tenure at public colleges and universities. Read More »
Fearful of what Trump could do next, Syracuse's Muslim community remains committed to educating others about Islam
Local Syracuse Muslim residents and students are worried about Donald Trump’s next four years in office, but remain committed to speaking about Islam and educating others about the religion. Read More »
Updated academic integrity policy aims to make reporting violations easier, clarify the process
The new academic integrity policy reflects input from students and faculty who are overwhelmed with reporting requirements. Read More »
Liberal professor watchlist raises alarm among faculty at SU and its peer institutions
A website listing faculty with liberal bias is raising concern from Dana Cloud, Syracuse University professor who was on the list. Read More »
Following Donald Trump’s election, professors’ free speech is under siege
Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn explains the hypocrisy behind the free speech-threatening Professor Watchlist, which publishes the names of professors who are said to suppress conservative opinions in their classrooms. Read More »
Student film festival brings film communities together in first year
This student film festival, planned by the Delta Kappa Alpha professional film fraternity, will showcase student work from the variety of film communities around campus. Read More »
Leeds College in United Kingdom exhibit Syracuse University students' artwork
Artwork by eight Syracuse University students is on display at the Leeds College of Art Vernon Street Gallery in the United Kingdom through Dec. 2. Read More »
Hundreds of Syracuse University students walk out of classes in nationally organized 'Sanctuary Campus' protest
Syracuse University and State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry students, faculty and staff have participated in a demonstration supporting "sanctuary campus" that shield undocumented students from deportation and against Donald Trump's rhetoric. Read More »
Sophomore pursues high-fashion photography career
Sophomore Sam Lee is an aspiring art director, hoping one day to shoot high couture fashion spreads. For now, he is an art photography major at Syracuse University. Read More »
Relationship between drama department, professional theater company energizes Bob Hupp
Robert Hupp came to Syracuse Stage just three months ago, and was attracted to Syracuse because of the Stage's distinguished relationship with the drama department. Read More »
Syracuse Stage colors family traditions with 44 seasons of theater
Syracuse Stage opened as a tool to compliment the Department of Drama, and in its 44 years, it's developed into more than a professional theater company. Read More »
Associate artistic director of Syracuse Stage discusses inspirations, love of words
Kyle Bass, who has taught drama at Syracuse, stepped into the position as Artistic Director this summer and will work with Syracuse Stage Read More »
Empty Bowls fundraiser to benefit food pantries, meal sites in Onondaga County
The money raised from the event will benefit the Interreligious Food Consortium, which helps 70 food pantries and meal sites throughout Onondaga County, according to the IFC's website. Read More »
Student Association considers allowing email vote on finance bills, decides to keep money for Fetty Wap
Syracuse University's Student Association introduced a bill to allow assembly members to vote via email on finance bills, decides to keep money that would have been spent for Fetty Wap who did not appear in Juice Jam concert on Sunday. Read More »
VPA film students bring concerns with senior film project to faculty
The senior project is often a milestone students look toward during their four years. But for VPA film students, it’s often a different reality. Read about how students are pushing for a new option for their final projects. Read More »
Recently appointed VPA dean sets the stage for much-needed building renovations
Michael Tick was appointed as dean of Syracuse University's College of Visual and Performing Arts over the summer. As dean, he plans on making building improvements and increasing the school's international footprint. Read More »
Leaders of SU: A breakdown of the deans of Syracuse University's school and colleges
Here is a breakdown of the deans of each school and college at Syracuse University. Read More »
Here are Syracuse University's new 2016-17 administrators
Four recently appointed top administrators will be starting their jobs this semester. Here's who they are: Read More »
Explaining THE General Body's history and grievances
Almost two years ago, THE General Body held an 18-day sit-in in Crouse-Hinds Hall at Syracuse University. Here is an in-depth look into the coalition of student organizations and what they were and still are advocating for. Read More »
Syracuse University announces next VPA dean
Michael Tick, who served as dean of the University of Kentucky's College of Fine Arts, will be the next dean of Syracuse University's College of Visual and Performing Arts. Read More »