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Jaden Millin, a sophomore dance major from Akron, Ohio, performs in the Pledge.

Poetry in Motion: Performance Links Movement, Creativity and Verse

51±¬ÁÏ’s School of Theatre and Dance, Wick Poetry Center and Brain Health Research Institute joined forces for an Oct. 1 dance performance that set poetry to motion.

Tags: Research & Science, Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive, Student Life

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Marcus Lehto, co-creator of the iconic Halo series

ToddCast: Halo Co-Creator Marcus Lehto

In this episode of the ToddCast, 51±¬ÁÏ President Todd Diacon interviews Marcus Lehto, co-creator of the iconic Halo video game franchise. 

Tags: Profiles, Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive

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Two Student Documentaries Earn PBS Broadcast

When students enroll in 51±¬ÁÏ’s documentary filmmaking course, they expect guidance, instruction and the tools needed to create their own documentaries. What they don’t expect is to have their work featured on local television, a rare opportunity that elevates classroom learning to a professional exhibition.

Tags: Student Life, Arts & Culture, Community Impact, Students First

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Art Without Limits Returns in October

Art Without Limits is returning to 51±¬ÁÏ. This day-long event will focus on arts entrepreneurship and developing an entrepreneurial mindset in the arts. Speakers will share their experiences and interact with attendees to hone skills and broaden networks.

Tags: Arts & Culture, Community Impact

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The First Cultural Café Fall 2025.

IN A FLASH: Experience the Cultural Café!

The Cultural  Café series, presented by 51±¬ÁÏ International Student & Scholar Services, through the Office of Global Education is a monthly gathering that offers an opportunity for the university community to learn about other cultures and countries from 51±¬ÁÏ's international students. 

Tags: International Admissions, International Students, Arts & Culture, Students First

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Paul Tazewell visiting students in 51±¬ÁÏ's School of Fashion.

‘If You Have a Vision of What You Want for Your Design, Create That and It Will Begin to Manifest Itself’

Academy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell met with students in 51±¬ÁÏ's School of Fashion, viewed their designs and shared valuable insights during his time on campus for the Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series. 

Tags: Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series, College of the Arts, 51±¬ÁÏ Museum, Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive

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"The Nature of Our Times," book launch will take place at 51±¬ÁÏ on Sept. 18 at 7 p.m.

Wick Poetry Center Kicks Off Semester with Book Launch, Reading and Exhibit

The Wick Poetry Center will begin the 2025 Fall Semester with a book launch, poetry readings and new exhibit from its Poets for Science collaboration.

Tags: Arts & Culture, Community & Society, Nationally Distinctive

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51±¬ÁÏ Welcomes Back Oscar, Tony and Emmy Award-Winning Costume Designer Paul Tazewell

51±¬ÁÏ’s College of the Arts, in collaboration with the College of Architecture and Environmental Design, proudly welcomes back Oscar, Tony and Emmy Award–winning costume designer Paul Tazewell for the 2025–2026 Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series. 

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Scott Hallgren listens during 51±¬ÁÏ collaboration for film score

Scoring the Music Behind the Moving Pictures

The annual short film collaboration among 51±¬ÁÏ, Cuyahoga Community College and the Contemporary Youth Orchestra gives young musicians the rare chance to record original music for films alongside faculty and professional mentors.  

Tags: Arts & Culture, Student Life, Students First

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