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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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CCAM to host summer education programs for community, professionals

The West Virginia University College of Creative Arts and Media is offering several summer educational opportunities for youth, teens and adult students to learn about various forms of art and media, as well as two unique opportunities for music educators.

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Thanks to generous gifts, CCAM reaches Day of Giving goals

The College of Creative Arts and Media was strongly supported by over 1,400 gifts during the 2025 West Virginia University Day of Giving.

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Art and Design News

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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Interior Architecture students learn from career experts, inspire next generation

The West Virginia University School of Art and Design’s Interior Architecture (IA) students recently traveled across West Virginia to both learn and educate.

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Fashion Design and Merchandising Alumna Featured at NY Fashion Week

Zunaira Malik, a recent West Virginia University Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM) graduate, premiered two collections at the 2025 New York Fashion Week, with current students and faculty there to cheer her on.

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Media and Communications News

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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Geah Pressgrove receives public service and community engagement awards

Geah Pressgrove, Associate Professor of Advertising and Public Relations at the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media, recently received national recognition and a university-wide honor for her dedication to students and the community.

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Martin Hall Agency Students Drive Community Impact Through Strategic Campaigns

As the spring semester comes to a close, students at Martin Hall Agency, West Virginia University’s student-run strategic communications firm, are celebrating a season of creativity, collaboration, and real-world impact.

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11 Media and Communications students recognized at BEA Awards

Eleven students from the West Virginia University Reed School of Media and Communications won awards at the Broadcast Education Association’s (BEA) 2025 Festival of the Arts for their work on five media productions.

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Music News

The Instrument Lab opens at CCAC

The new studio offers expert care for the state-owned instruments used daily by WVU’s students and ensembles.

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Kyle Gray joins Music Education faculty

The West Virginia University School of Music welcomed Kyle Gray as an assistant professor of choral music education.

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WVU alumni leader’s challenge gift boosts support for Pride Practice Field and Facility

West Virginia University alumni leader David K. Hendrickson's passion for the band motivated him to make a $50,000 gift to support the Pride Practice Field and Facility in conjunction with this year’s WVU Day of Giving. He challenged other alumni to match his gift, raising over $150,000 in total to support the project.

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Music students accepted to prestigious classical music festival

Two West Virginia University School of Music students will travel to Miami, Florida for fellowships at the 2025 Miami Beach Classical Music Festival (MMF) season.

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Theatre and Dance News

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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"Showcase of Dance" to feature student choreography

West Virginia University Dance students will take the stage for the final performance of spring 2025 with “Showcase of Dance.”

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WVU School of Theatre and Dance presents “9 to 5”

“9 to 5,” a musical comedy featuring original songs by Dolly Parton, will take the stage April 10-13 at the West Virginia University Canady Creative Arts Center.

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Art Museum of WVU News

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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"Radiant Pages" challenges visitors' perceptions of books

“Radiant Pages,” a new exhibit at the Art Museum of West Virginia University (WVU), encourages visitors to see beyond the pages of books and explore the impact they have on individuals and society.

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Art Museum of WVU to host free public reception for spring exhibits

The Art Museum of West Virginia University (WVU) will host an opening reception to celebrate its spring exhibits on Friday, January 24, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, allowing visitors to get a first look at the new exhibits, speak with some of the artists and enjoy light refreshments.

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