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Hart brings more than 30 years of online education experience to new role

Cindy Hart was recently named Assistant Dean of Online Programs for the West Virginia University (WVU) College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM).

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30 students awarded with scholarship honoring Valerie Canady

The College of Creative Arts and Media recognized 30 students with The Valerie Canady Charitable Trust Foundation scholarship.

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College of Creative Arts and Media; Reed School of Media and Communications to launch July 1

West Virginia University announced that the new college that merges the College of Creative Arts (CCA), the Reed College of Media and three programs from the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design – Design Studies; Fashion, Dress and Merchandising; and Interior Architecture – will be called the College of Creative Arts and Media, effective July 1, 2024.

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Art and Design News

Semi-annual pottery sale begins December 13

Find unique holiday gifts at The School of Art and Design’s semi-annual pottery sale on December 13 and 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Canady Creative Arts Center (CCAC) lobby.

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Art professor receives state, international teaching awards

Joseph Lupo, a professor of art, printmaking program coordinator, associate director and graduate studies coordinator at the WVU School of Art and Design, was recently recognized by both the West Virginia Art Education Association (WVAEA) and Southern Graphics Council International (SGCI).

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"Hot Mess" created at CCAC

“Hot Mess,” a collaboration by three visiting artists, brings colorful mixed-media drawings to the walls of the Laura Mesaros Gallery.

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Art History takes students to Italy

West Virginia University students recently returned from Italy, where they studied art history in the medieval town of San Gemini.

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Media and Communications News

IMC-DINFOS partnership creates new opportunities for military students

The West Virginia University Reed School of Media and Communications continues its commitment to supporting military members and veterans through an extended partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Information School (DINFOS).

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Reed School hosts Digital Security Workshop for journalists and communicators

The WVU Reed School of Media and Communications held a digital security and safety workshop to help media professionals and other public figures stay safe in the digital age.

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Mountaineer Playbook announces Fall 2024 news team, producers

“Mountaineer Playbook,” a sports magazine show produced by Sports and Adventure Media students in the Reed School of Media and Communications, has announced their Fall 2024 news team.

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BSJ program named Board of Governors Program of Excellence

The Bachelor of Science in Journalism (BSJ) program was recently named a West Virginia University “Board of Governors Program of Excellence.” It is the first and only program to receive the title since 2021.

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Music News

"The Pride of West Virginia" Keynotes Concert to feature highlights from the season, new arrangements

See “The Pride of West Virginia” Mountaineer Marching Band up close as they celebrate the end of the marching band season with their “Keynotes” concert this Wednesday, December 11, inside the WVU Coliseum.  

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Watch the Mountaineer Marching Band in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The Mountaineer Marching Band will return to New York City for the 98th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28.

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Sphinx Virtuosi orchestra coming to WVU

Sphinx Virtuosi will perform at the West Virginia University (WVU) College of Creative Arts and Media’s Canady Creative Arts Center on October 23 at 7:30 p.m.

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Violins of Hope visit WVU

Violins of Hope, a collection of violins and other stringed instruments previously owned by Holocaust victims, arrived at West Virginia University for events honoring the instruments and the people who played them.

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Theatre and Dance News

School of Theatre and Dance joins West Virginia Public Theatre for "A Christmas Carol"

The West Virginia University School of Theatre and Dance is teaming up with West Virginia Public Theatre (WVPT) for performances of the classic Charles Dickens tale, “A Christmas Carol,” December 7-11 at the Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre in the Canady Creative Arts Center.

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Go Behind the Scenes of "Into the Woods"

Learn about "Into the Woods" with behind the scenes photos and information. The West Virginia University School of Theatre and Dance is bringing magic to downtown Morgantown with "Into the Woods,” October 24-27 at the Metropolitan Theatre.

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"Phoebe in Winter" begins fall Mainstage performances

The School of Theatre and Dance began the Mainstage season with "Phoebe in Winter" at the Canady Creative Arts Center.

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School of Theatre and Dance welcomes two new faculty

Lara Berich and Acacia Daken joined the School of Theatre and Dance.

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Art Museum of WVU News

Early voting to begin at Museum Education Center

Beginning October 23, any voter registered in Monongalia County can cast their ballot for the 2024 general election at the WVU Art Museum’s Museum Education Center.   

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"Mapping Climate Change" knits together science and art

Art and science come together in one of the Art Museum of West Virginia University’s latest exhibitions. “Mapping Climate Change” features two unique knitting projects representing the impact of climate change across the globe.

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Art Museum of WVU launches exhibit to encourage voting

The Art Museum of WVU is launching a new exhibition that challenges visitors to examine the relationship between their values and voting decisions.

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