Students in the College of Fine Arts believe in the power of expression, the beauty of interpretation, and the possibilities of material. Professionally connected faculty artists nurture each student’s creativity, curiosity, and collaborative skills through individualized training that challenges, motivates, and inspires. Our nationally recognized programs prepare students to be thinkers, responsible citizens, and motivated artists, driven to succeed in competitive industries. Gifts will directly benefit students through need-and talent-based scholarships. Gifts can also support and establish professorships that draw industry leaders to campus.
"When my mother was alive, she told me how important it was to her that I went to college. After she passed, I made it my responsibility to fulfill her wish. As an out-of-state student, tuition can be terrifying, and as a first-generation college student, there is a lot of pressure to finish school. Because of generous donors, I received a scholarship that allows me to focus on getting good grades, building myself as an artist, and graduating in four years."
—Micheal Hassel
Musical Theatre Major
CFA Funds
Fund Purpose
To provide funds to support academic and artistic programs across the college.
Examples
- funding for student and faculty travel
- band/art/theatre equipment
- faculty development and enhancement
Fund Purpose
To provide funds to support programs for the art department.
Examples
- travel
- equipment
- guest artists
Fund Purpose
To provide funds to support academic programs for the School of Music.
Examples
- student travel
- exchange programs
- showcase concerts
- multicultural experiences
- equipment
- other crucial needs for the school
Fund Purpose
To help support programming and initiatives within the Department of Theatre and Dance.
Examples
- student travel to auditions
- American College Theatre and American College Dance Festivals
- student cabarets
Fund Purpose
To supplement the current needs of the museum beyond operating expenses, including exhibitions and acquisitions.
Examples
- costs related to the exhibition Richard Diebenkorn: Beginnings 1942-1955
- purchases, such as the Rombic Stacked Cubes Vase
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