Alumni news

"The way I see it, the College of Music is an innovation lab with endless potential for defining and redefining what it means to be an artist in a dynamic global environment. By developing an interdisciplinary micro credentialing program, my vision is to model an educational experience in which recognized mastery of varied competencies prepares our students for flexible, individualized careers."

"Everything is connected—my artistry, my scholarship, my dissertation research and my activism in the immigrant community.”

Viola Performance graduate Lauren Spaulding (MM ’14) this month joined the acclaimed and diverse Thalea String Quartet, Doctoral Fellowship String Quartet at the University of Maryland.

Voice Performance graduate Mary Kettlewell (MM ’18) applauds the Graduate Certificate in Arts Administration for opening doors to her new position as program administrator at the Texas Commission on the Arts.

"Working in development is a way for me to take my combined knowledge and experience to talk to others about why it’s important to fund the arts."

Every year, the College of Music honors established or emerging trailblazers from among our global alumni community. This spring, we're proud to recognize Charlene Archibeque and Leenya Rideout.

Becoming a music educator was always in the stars for Barbara (London) Pierpoint (BME ’72).

“I am honored by this appointment beyond words,” says Davis.

We sit down with Dean Robert Shay to hear about his musical journey, proudest moments as dean, and goals for the future as he prepares to rejoin the faculty in January.

Collaborative pianist Susan Olenwine works together for the College of Music as a member of the alumni council and advisory board.