The School of Theatre and Dance will host its Summer Acting Academy from June 23-28 at the Canady Creative Arts Center, providing an opportunity for young students to explore their theatre passions in a supportive setting with help from WVU theatre instructors and students.
Colleges
The Art Museum of West Virginia University recently visited two regional elementary schools to share books about museums. The ongoing initiative is aimed at helping kids in rural communities learn about museums and museum careers.
Potomac State College recently recognized former professor Fred Jacoby for his deep and lasting impact on students, colleagues and the institution with the inscription of his name on the Duke Anthony Whitmore/Henry Louis Gates Jr. Academic Achievement Wall.
The School of Music has collaborated with The Instrument Lab to open an in-house brass and woodwind instrument repair studio in the Canady Creative Arts Center, offering expert care of the state-owned instruments used daily by students and ensembles.
Hartley VanGilder’s recognition earned her the distinction of serving as the student speaker during the Potomac State College Commencement ceremony in May and having her name inscribed on the Duke Anthony Whitmore Henry Louis Gates Jr. Academic Achievement Wall.
The event allowed College of Creative Arts and Media students to meet and network with 17 arts and media professionals who provided resume feedback and tips for successful interviews and auditions.