"It was a goal of mine," says Sarah Wiggin. "I wanted to elevate women in leadership roles." And in that regard, her first season as Tent Theatre's artistic director (after serving two years in an interim role) is already a success. The 2018 season features three female directors as well as a female production stage manager. Women are also playing leadership roles in set … [Read more...]
Dr. Shawn Wahl, interim dean of the College of Arts and Letters, is pleased to announce new leadership in the departments of art and design and theatre and dance. Vonda Yarberry has been selected as the head of the department of art and design. Joseph Price has been appointed head of the department of theatre and dance. "Hiring Vonda and Joseph provides outstanding … [Read more...]
Missouri State alumna and daytime TV legend Kay Alden Nelson recently returned to campus to share her expertise with students. Nelson, who is credited for her writing as Kay Alden, has a decades-long career writing for "The Young and the Restless" and "The Bold and the Beautiful," including several years as the head writer for "The Young and the Restless." Awards … [Read more...]
Dr. Shawn Wahl, dean of the College of Arts and Letters, recently recorded an interview with "Missouri State Journal," KSMU's weekly show focusing on the university's ongoing engagement with our community. In this piece, Wahl spoke about a few of the people, places and events that make Missouri State a destination campus for the arts. These arts experiences "are part of … [Read more...]
In the College of Arts & Letters, we're fortunate to have many opportunities to capture engaging imagery. Over the past year, we've taken steps to make sure this imagery is as strategic and accessible as possible. We've transitioned to a photo shelter, which allows users to browse photos available for editorial use. These photos are available by request, at no charge, … [Read more...]