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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

Juried Student Exhibition underway at CCAC

The exhibition is an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to showcase their art and possibly win a cash prize.

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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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Media and Communications News

Hoppy Kercheval to receive Presidential Honorary Degree

Hoppy Kercheval, a longtime news broadcaster and West Virginia University alumnus, will receive a Presidential Honorary Degree at December’s graduation ceremony.

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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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Music News

Luke Frazier returns to WVU for mini-residency

Luke Frazier, a West Virginia University School of Music alumnus and accomplished conductor, music director and pianist, recently returned to his alma mater for a mini-residency with students.

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Celebrate the holiday season with WVU Choirs

Celebrate the holiday season with a concert and sing-along performed by WVU Choirs on Saturday, December 14, at the Canady Creative Arts Center (CCAC).

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"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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Theatre and Dance News

CCAM senior completes project honoring women in horror films

Trace Swisher, a senior dual major in theatre design tech and advertising and public relations at the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media, recently completed a semester-long project honoring women in horror movies.

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Puppetry students perform in WVSO concert

Puppetry students from the WVU School of Theatre and Dance recently collaborated with the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) to bring Igor Stravinsky's “The Firebird Suite” to life.

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Theatre student to compete in APO NextGen vocal competition

Amanda McGovern, a musical theatre student in the West Virginia University School of Theatre and Dance, will compete as a finalist in the American Pops Orchestra's NextGen Vocal Competition.

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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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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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