College of the Arts

Somewhere: A Primer for the End of Days logo

Written By Marisela Treviño Orta
Directed by Fabio Polanco

Kent State University’s School of Theatre and Dance is continuing its 2022-2023 season with "Somewhere: A Primer for the End of Days" running April 21 through 30.

Theodore Albrecht, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Music in Kent State University’s Hugh A. Glauser School of Music, holds the Beethoven Medal he was awarded in 2017 in recognition of his musicological contributions to the study of composer Ludwig van Beethoven.

Theodore Albrecht, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Music in Kent State University’s Hugh A. Glauser School of Music, was quoted by The New York Times in a story about new findings concerning Ludwig van Beethoven’s health and genealogy. 

Amanda Bates

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Amanda Bates (Mandie) as Associate Director of Advancement and External Relations, a new position within the College of the Arts.

Omar Salam, Sukeina

Omar Salam, founder and creative director of the global fashion house SUKEINA, will be making a special trip from the runway to Kent State University’s Rockwell Hall as Salam has been named the 2023 inductee of the university’s School of Fashion Hall of Fame.

Sculptures of political satire from the Detumescence exhibition by Bedel Tiscareno

The School of Art Collection and Galleries at Kent State University are pleased to announce a new exhibit, Detumescence, Bedel Tiscareño. This exhibit will be on display, April 7–May 13, 2023, at the KSU Downtown Gallery, 141 East Main Street, Kent Ohio, there will be a reception on Friday, April 7 from 5-7 p.m.

Master of Music in Music Education Student playing instruments

Kent State University’s Master of Music in Music Education(MMME) program has earned Intelligent.com’s “Best Student Support Services” award. Kent State University has been listed among the top Online Master’s in Music Education Program.

Uzoamaka's and Amirah's images of their case studies

Two School of Fashion students were recognized recently by the Fashion Scholarship Fund (FSF) as 2023 FSF Scholars.

The annual FSF Case Study Scholarship is the Fashion Scholarship Fund's signature program, asking applicants to address real issues facing the fashion industry today. This year, the organization recognized 127 FSF Scholars from colleges and universities across the United States. In addition to a financial award, FSF Scholars receive access to internships and full-time jobs through partner companies and enjoy ongoing professional development and support.

Art from Foster, Johnson and Powell

Eight Kent State University School of Art faculty and alumni have been awarded the Ohio Arts Council’s Individual Excellence Awards for 2023.