Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø students dwell in creative possibilities. In this community of artisans you¡¯ll meet students who create visual art, make films, write poetry or fiction, take the spotlight or work behind the scenes.
You might be surprised to find that you don¡¯t have to major in the arts to join in. Non-majors have the same opportunities to participate, perform, earn scholarships and even travel the world.
The impact you make is up to you. Find your people and take the first step toward making your passion your profession.
Art/psychology double major Aykeem Spivey '24 donated his time and talent to paint a mural at the Rock Island Center for Math and Science, in honor of a beloved teacher, Kris Hays. Hays passed away from cancer last year.
The $11.2 million transformation of Bergendoff Hall is complete. Students and faculty are taking advantage of the new and updated spaces, including Larson Hall, the piano lab, ensemble rehearsal hall, practice rooms, Hamann Concert Hall and more.
This spring, the Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Symphonic Band traveled the Midwest, the Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Choir toured California and the Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble performed three concerts in Illinois. Through these tours, Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø students get to experience different cultures and share their love of music with others.
The Shockingly Modern Saxophone Festival celebrates new and experimental music for saxophone.
Chicago-based musician Joe Goodkin will perform selections from his 17-song adaptation of Homer's "Iliad," a project steeped in ancient and modern war literature as well as interviews and his experiences playing music at VA hospitals as part of recreational therapy for veterans experiencing PTSD
The Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Chamber Orchestra will perform.
