Performing and Fine Arts

Lawrence Larsen M.F.A., chair

Faculty: Connolly, De Lyser, Ghyselinck, Golla, Hanig, Hunter, Jefferson, Kleszynski (Emeritus), M. Logan, Murphy, Pulver 

The Department of Performing and Fine Arts (PFA) is dedicated to fostering an appreciation of the best of human creative expression. Its major programs in music and theater, along with its enrichment offerings in dance and the visual arts, are integral to the University’s commitment to the liberal arts. Each area in the department extends an open invitation to all University students to participate and does so in an atmosphere that is personal and supportive.

Within the department, majors are offered in theater and music. The department is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST). Although the degree programs are separate, there is considerable flexibility between them, allowing the possibility for students in one degree program to take courses in the other. There is a minor program in the visual arts and elective offerings in dance.

The theater graduate program offers the M.F.A. in directing. (See Graduate School section.)