Arts & Humanities

Syracuse University Art Museum Hosts Performance Artists Emilio Rojas and Katiushka Melo

The Syracuse University Art Museum will host a live performance by multidisciplinary artists Emilio Rojas and Katiushka Melo on Wednesday, April 5, from 10 a.m.
News Staff April 2, 2023
Syracuse University Art Museum Hosts Performance Artists Emilio Rojas and Katiushka Melo

Architecture Alumnus Christian Sottile G’99 Elevated to AIA College of Fellows

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently elevated 73 member-architects and three honorary international members, including one School of Architecture alumnus, to its prestigious College
Julie Sharkey March 31, 2023
Architecture Alumnus Christian Sottile G’99 Elevated to AIA College of Fellows

Syracuse Stage Announces Two-Day Vendor Fair As Part of ‘Our Town’

Syracuse Stage Artistic Director Robert Hupp and Managing Director Jill Anderson announced today, that as part of the theatrical run of Thornton Wilder’s beloved play,
Joanna Penalva March 28, 2023
Syracuse Stage Announces Two-Day Vendor Fair As Part of ‘Our Town’

Department of Drama Presents ‘Dance Nation’

The Department of Drama continues the 2022/2023 season with the 2017 Susan Blackburn Prize-winning play “Dance Nation” by Clare Barron. Directed by Katherine McGerr and
Joanna Penalva March 24, 2023
Department of Drama Presents ‘Dance Nation’

Syracuse University Art Museum Examines Food Culture in Workshop and Public Reception

The Syracuse University Art Museum is hosting a workshop with 2022-23 Art Wall Project artist Stephanie H. Shih and Lily C. Wong, Harry der Boghosian
Syracuse University Art Museum Examines Food Culture in Workshop and Public Reception

University Artist in Residence Carrie Mae Weems H’17 Receives Prestigious Hasselblad Award

Internationally renowned artist Carrie Mae Weems H’17, Syracuse University’s first-ever artist in residence, has been named the 2023 Hasselblad Award laureate by the Hasselblad Foundation,
Kelly Homan Rodoski March 15, 2023

Syracuse Jazz Fest to Feature Performances from University Student, Faculty Groups

Syracuse University is participating in and sponsoring the City of Syracuse’s 37th annual Jazz Fest, held June 22-25 at various locations around the city. New
John Boccacino March 14, 2023
Syracuse Jazz Fest to Feature Performances from University Student, Faculty Groups

Syracuse Faculty, Alumni Help Bones East Mark 40th Anniversary With Local Concerts

Members of the University are helping the Bones East trombone ensemble mark its 40th anniversary with a trio of local concerts, beginning with a Palm
News Staff March 7, 2023
Syracuse Faculty, Alumni Help Bones East Mark 40th Anniversary With Local Concerts

Graduate Student Jessica McGhee ’19 Finds Passion and Purpose in Creative Arts Therapy

Jessica McGhee is not a human being who is easily defined. Her resume would reveal a 2019 B.F.A. recipient from the College of Visual and
Jen Plummer March 3, 2023
Graduate Student Jessica McGhee ’19 Finds Passion and Purpose in Creative Arts Therapy

Thornton Wilder American Classic ‘Our Town’ Up Next at Syracuse Stage

Syracuse Stage Artistic Director Robert Hupp and Managing Director Jill Anderson announced the next production in their 2022/2023 season, and it’s one for the ages.
Joanna Penalva Feb. 25, 2023
Thornton Wilder American Classic ‘Our Town’ Up Next at Syracuse Stage

Music History Professor Receives Carnegie Grant to Study Women’s Music in West Africa

From improving mood to reducing anxiety, research has shown that music and dance can offer many health benefits. For cultures in West Africa, the power
Dan Bernardi Feb. 20, 2023
Music History Professor Receives Carnegie Grant to Study Women’s Music in West Africa

La Casita Co-Hosting Feb. 19 Syracuse Stage Play Reception and Community Events

Four community events are scheduled around the Syracuse Stage presentation of the play, “Espejos: Clean.” The play tells the story of two women of vastly
Diane Stirling Feb. 15, 2023
La Casita Co-Hosting Feb. 19 Syracuse Stage Play Reception and Community Events

‘Dreams Deferred’ Exhibition on View at Syracuse University Art Museum Through May 14

"Dreams Deferred: Reflections on Liberty, Equality and Sovereignty in U.S. Art" is now on view at the Syracuse University Art Museum. The exhibition examines the
‘Dreams Deferred’ Exhibition on View at Syracuse University Art Museum Through May 14

Professor Romita Ray Awarded National Endowment for the Arts Grant to Support Artist Rina Banerjee’s Exhibition and Residency at Syracuse

While the world comes to terms with the profound impact of a global pandemic, it simultaneously continues to grapple with race, migration and climate change. Romita
Dan Bernardi Feb. 15, 2023
Professor Romita Ray Awarded National Endowment for the Arts Grant to Support Artist Rina Banerjee’s Exhibition and Residency at Syracuse

Through A&S-VPA Collaboration, Students Gain Unique Opportunity to Draw Modern and Ancient Lifeforms

 65,000 years ago, Neanderthals, a ‘sister’ species to modern humans, drew abstract paintings of animals and geometric designs on cave walls. This early art
Dan Bernardi Feb. 15, 2023
Through A&S-VPA Collaboration, Students Gain Unique Opportunity to Draw Modern and Ancient Lifeforms

Syracuse on Display at Society for New Music’s ‘Vision of Sound’ Feb. 17-19

Members of the Setnor School of Music are helping the Society for New Music (SNM) celebrate its annual “Vision of Sound” program, Feb. 17-19. For
News Staff Feb. 13, 2023
Syracuse on Display at Society for New Music’s ‘Vision of Sound’ Feb. 17-19

College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2023 VPA Scholars

Twelve seniors in Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) have been named VPA Scholars, the college’s highest undergraduate academic honor. The VPA
Erica Blust Feb. 1, 2023
College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2023 VPA Scholars

School of Design Alumni Exhibition Features Innovation and Excellence in Footwear

The School of Design’s Sue and Leon Genet Gallery at the Nancy Cantor Warehouse is proud to present “Footwear by School of Design Alumni,” on
Erica Blust Jan. 27, 2023
School of Design Alumni Exhibition Features Innovation and Excellence in Footwear