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New directors for Reed School and School of Music

Two accomplished faculty members were tapped to serve as school directors in the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) as of July 2025. Emily Corio is the new director of the Reed School of Media and Communications, and Michael Vercelli has been named the interim director of the School of Music.

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The Second City comes to WVU October 1

Celebrating its 65th anniversary, the world’s most influential name in comedy, The Second City, is coming to the West Virginia University College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) October 1 at 7:30 p.m. with their new show, “Laugh Harder, Not Smarter.”

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University Arts Series 2025-26 Season features Broadway favorites

The 2025-2026 University Arts Series features nationally touring performances in the intimate setting of the WVU Canady Creative Arts Center Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre.

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Inaugural Industry Day connects CCAM students with arts and media professionals

A former QVC host, a founding partner of a global PR firm and the art preparator for the Andy Warhol Museum were among the 17 professional mentors at the inaugural WVU College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) Industry Day in April.

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Art and Design News

Retail Lab celebrates Grand Opening event

The West Virginia University School of Art and Design will celebrate the official grand opening of The Retail Lab on Friday, September 12, at 6 p.m. during Arts Walk.

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Student designs shine during "Artistry in Motion" fashion show

New designs dazzled on the Canady Creative Arts Center’s Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre stage, as WVU Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM) students took their final bow of the 2024-2025 academic year.

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Ribbon cutting for The Retail Lab to begin new chapter for FDM program

The store marks the beginning of a new chapter for the FDM program and provides a unique shopping experience for Morgantown residents and visitors.

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Graphic Design student designs patch for Navy program

A mission patch is worn by those involved in a major military operation, with its design representing the mission, its crew and any unique elements of the operation.

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Media and Communications News

WVU Public Interest Communication Research Laboratory Honored as Patriotic Employer

The Public Interest Communication Research Laboratory (PIC Lab), has been designated a Patriotic Employer by the U.S. Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) program.

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New directors for Reed School and School of Music

Two accomplished faculty members were tapped to serve as school directors in the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) as of July 2025. Emily Corio is the new director of the Reed School of Media and Communications, and Michael Vercelli has been named the interim director of the School of Music.

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WVU News, alumna take home 2025 Gracie Awards

WVU News and alumna Kathryn Bruch received 2025 Gracie Awards, continuing the Reed School of Media and Communication’s streak of producing an exceptional, internationally recognized college newscast.

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WVU College of Creative Arts and Media alumni raise $50K to honor Martinelli with scholarship

Alumni are honoring Martinelli’s legacy of leadership with a scholarship to benefit future students enrolled in Reed School of Media and Communications programs.

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Music News

New directors for Reed School and School of Music

Two accomplished faculty members were tapped to serve as school directors in the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) as of July 2025. Emily Corio is the new director of the Reed School of Media and Communications, and Michael Vercelli has been named the interim director of the School of Music.

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WVU music student conducts American Pops Orchestra during Hispanic Heritage Awards

Maria Carmona, a music conducting doctoral student in the WVU School of Music, took the stage of the historic Warner Theater in Washington, D.C. to conduct the American Pops Orchestra (APO) during the 38th Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards (HHA), airing Friday, September 26, 2025, on PBS.

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Eastern Panhandle natives pledge generous scholarship gift for WVU marching band member

A decade ago, Eastern Panhandle natives Andy and Angela Moore made their first contribution to what is now the West Virginia University College of Creative Arts and Media. In 2015, the former high school band members and WVU enthusiasts pledged an initial $300,000 scholarship gift to support a member of “The Pride of West Virginia,” the University’s acclaimed Mountaineer Marching Band.

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Donna Kinsey pledge provides vital support for choir programs

The Donna Kinsey Choral Support Fund has reached more than $10,000 since she first established it in February of this year. Her personal pledge will reach $25,000 over the next five years, but she’s hoping other members of the choir community will add to that total.

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Theatre and Dance News

Theatre students launch fall season with 'Luna Gale'

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The Second City comes to WVU October 1

Celebrating its 65th anniversary, the world’s most influential name in comedy, The Second City, is coming to the West Virginia University College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) October 1 at 7:30 p.m. with their new show, “Laugh Harder, Not Smarter.”

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Summer Acting Academy returns to CCAC

The West Virginia University School of Theatre and Dance will host the Summer Acting Academy, June 23-28 at the Canady Creative Arts Center, providing an opportunity for young students to explore their theatre passions in a supportive setting with help from WVU Theatre instructors and students.

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Q&A with Trevor Dion Nicholas

Trevor Dion Nicholas, a singer, actor, voice actor and stage performer from Morgantown, recently visited the West Virginia University College of Creative Arts and Media for a residency and one-night performance.

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Art Museum of WVU News

Art Museum of WVU presents two fall exhibitions exploring memory, identity and innovation

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Art Museum of WVU distributes books to regional schools

The Art Museum of West Virginia University recently visited two regional elementary schools to share books about museums. The ongoing initiative is aimed at helping kids in rural communities learn about museums and museum careers.

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Art Museum of WVU welcomes 15 works of art during 2024-2025 academic year

The museum uses an active acquisition program of purchases and donations to acquire visual art to educate and inspire visitors.

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Multi-channel film installation christens new project space at Art Museum of WVU

A special new exhibit at the Art Museum of West Virginia University explores Massachusetts’ Berkshire forests through synchronized video and sound. The multi-channel film installation is the first exhibition housed in the museum’s new project space.

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