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Tony Cokes sitting in office

VCUarts alum Tony Cokes wins a prestigious ‘genius grant’ from the MacArthur Foundation

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Jessica Bell Brown named executive director of the Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU

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C C A I Building on cover of Fall 2023 Studio cover

CoStar Center for Arts and Innovation taking shape

It will be a hub for multidisciplinary research and a resource for the community

Joseph Seipel, who helped transform VCU and Greater Richmond through the arts, dies at 76

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VCUarts program creates magic at Children’s Hospital of Richmond

VCUarts program creates magic at Children’s Hospital of Richmond

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NEWS + EVENTS

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String Faculty Recital

March 4 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall

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VCU Ranked #1 for Visual and Performing Arts Among Public Research Universities

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Gordy Haab (B.M. ‘00) receives his GRAMMY Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media.

Two VCUarts alumni win GRAMMY Awards

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Unmentionables Exhibition

December 2 – December 8 The Anderson

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VCU Improv presents Gracefully Unscripted

VCUarts Improv presents “Gracefully Unscripted”

December 10 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Grace Street Theater

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VCUarts alumnus and Tony nominee Joshua Boone inspires VCUarts graduates as commencement speaker

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Arianna Greggs and Kevin Nguyen, two incredible @v

Arianna Greggs and Kevin Nguyen, two incredible @vcuartsmusic students are using their talent to amplify the importance of public arts funding. 🎻🎼

Both grew up playing music in Norfolk's public school orchestras, where they first experienced the transformative power of music education. Fast forward to 2024, and they’ve taken that passion all the way to Washington, D.C., where they performed at the Congressional Record event, advocating for arts education alongside Congresswoman Ashley Hinson.

Arianna and Kevin are setting the stage for the future of arts education, and we’re excited to see where their passion and dedication take them. Their journey is just beginning, and we can't wait to see all that’s to come!

Want to learn more about their incredible journey and achievements? Check out the full story via the news link in bio! #VCUarts #GratefulForTheArts

Fall Break is here! 🍂 Take this time to recharg

Fall Break is here! 🍂 Take this time to recharge, reflect, and refocus as we gear up to finish the semester strong. Whether you're catching up on rest, getting ahead on projects, or just soaking in the season, make it count! ✨ #VCUARTS #FallBreak

At the 2024 Annual Symposium on Sustainable Energy

At the 2024 Annual Symposium on Sustainable Energy and Environment, hosted by the VCU College of Engineering, three VCUarts students showcased the powerful intersection of art and sustainability.

The symposium brought together experts from various fields to discuss the pressing challenges of fossil fuels and how to mitigate their effects on the environment. Among the many thought-provoking presentations, VCUarts students swept the Policy, Social Sciences, and Arts awards category.

Sirena Pearl, a Painting + Printmaking major, took home first prize for her presentation on the “Urban Heat Island Mural,” a project that creatively addresses environmental issues through visual art.

Madison Johnson and Rowan Leary, both Sculpture + Extended Media majors, earned second prize for their innovative work, “The Opening Reused Materials Playactions,” highlighting the importance of reusing materials in a sustainable way.

These students are not just creating art; they’re using their creativity to engage with critical environmental issues and offering fresh perspectives on how we can build a more sustainable future. Congratulations to all three for their well-deserved recognition! #VCUarts #Sustainability #ISEE2024

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