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A person with short hair and a white lace top works on a computer, designing a book cover for "Edgar Allan Poe" that features gold and black colors and a graphic of a snake.
Students win awards in graphic design competition

Susquehanna University’s graphic design students made a successful showing in the recent Real Show, a…

A brick building with tall white columns displays large banners reading "Susquehanna University" and "We will give you the tools to shine." Leafy branches frame the top of the image.
Patrick Long named dean of the School of the Arts, Humanities

Patrick Long, dean of the School of the Arts and the School of Humanities, Susquehanna…

Five musicians stand in a row against a light purple backdrop, each holding their instrument: clarinet, oboe, bassoon, French horn, and flute. They wear formal or semi-formal blue and black clothing.
April events at Susquehanna

April brings a wide array of events to campus ­— from musical performances to theatre,…

Six people pose indoors on a wooden stage with a grand piano and brick wall in the background. Five are standing, one is seated in front; one person holds a violin. All are smiling and dressed in casual or semi-formal attire.
Ciao, Orvieto Musica!

Julia Dudek ’26 was introduced to Orvieto by her Sigma Alpha Iota fraternity sisters and other music…

An older person with short, curly gray hair and round glasses smiles warmly outdoors, wearing a light blue shirt. Greenery is blurred in the background.
Lecture to explore joy in theatre

The event is free and open to the public. Dolan’s lecture will explore joy and performance,…

A group of people observe and discuss colorful vintage movie posters displayed on the walls of a brightly lit art gallery with a wooden floor.
March events at Susquehanna

Guest pianist to present recital Pianist Réne Lecuona will present a recital at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday,…

A large choir group poses outside a brick building. The women wear long black dresses and the men wear black suits. They stand in rows on a curved walkway, smiling at the camera, with flowers and greenery in the foreground.
Choir readies for spring tour season

Susquehanna University’s choir is preparing for a busy spring semester of concerts and vocal clinics…

Close-up of a person’s hands playing a black piano keyboard, with reflections of their hands visible on the glossy surface of the piano.
February events at Susquehanna

February brings noted speakers, and theatrical and musical performances to Susquehanna University’s campus. All events…

Image for news story: Susquehanna now offers theatre Bachelor of Fine Arts programs
Susquehanna now offers theatre Bachelor of Fine Arts programs

Susquehanna University is now offering Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in acting and theatre management. …

Image for news story: October events at Susquehanna
October events at Susquehanna

October brings a performance by a nationally known dance company, and exhibitions in theatre, art,…

Image for news story: September events at Susquehanna University
September events at Susquehanna University

September brings performances and exhibitions in theatre, art, literature, music and scholarship to Susquehanna University’s…

Image for news story: Theatre major hammers out success with Florida theatre company
Theatre major hammers out success with Florida theatre company

Ryan Horst ’26 is spending his summer as a scenic carpenter with The Naples Players…

Image for news story: Graphic design students nationally recognized
Graphic design students nationally recognized

A recent graduate and current student from Susquehanna University were named to Graphic Design USA’s…

Image for news story: Orchestra director selected for competitive conducting workshop with Cleveland Pops
Orchestra director selected for competitive conducting workshop with Cleveland Pops

Zachary Levi, assistant professor of music and orchestra director at Susquehanna University, was one of…

Image for news story: Graphic design professor’s work displayed in national juried exhibition
Graphic design professor’s work displayed in national juried exhibition

Amanda Lenig ’07, department head of art and design and associate professor of graphic design in…

Image for news story: Class of 2024: Where are they going?
Class of 2024: Where are they going?

As Susquehanna University closes its 166th academic year, seniors are preparing for the next chapter…

Image for news story: Art & design professor awarded fellowship to enhance teaching methods
Art & design professor awarded fellowship to enhance teaching methods

James Henderson, assistant professor of art & design at Susquehanna University, was recently awarded a…

Image for news story: April events at Susquehanna
April events at Susquehanna

April brings an assortment of events to Susquehanna University — including Grammy-Award-winning Chanticleer, choral and…

March events at Susquehanna

March brings an assortment of events to Susquehanna University — including recitals, lectures, a student…

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February events at Susquehanna

Susquehanna University’s spring 2024 semester opens with a wide variety of events — including an…

Image for news story: Susquehanna University’s Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble releases CD of live performances
Susquehanna University’s Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble releases CD of live performances

Susquehanna University’s Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Eric Hinton, has released…

Image for news story: Music, theatre to stage two one-act operas
Music, theatre to stage two one-act operas

Fête Galante never before fully staged in U.S. Susquehanna University’s departments of music and…

Image for news story: Syllabus: Stagecraft
Syllabus: Stagecraft

Syllabus is an ongoing series of stories that gives readers an inside look at some…

Image for news story: Community invited to annual Christmas Candlelight Service
Community invited to annual Christmas Candlelight Service

Susquehanna University invites the community to enjoy its Emmy Award-winning Christmas Candlelight Service at 7:30…

Image for news story: Faculty musicians to debut compositions at international showcase
Faculty musicians to debut compositions at international showcase

Gail Levinsky, professor of music at Susquehanna University, and her trio have been invited to…

Image for news story: Alumna’s beloved piano to find new home at Susquehanna University
Alumna’s beloved piano to find new home at Susquehanna University

A beautiful Baldwin grand piano will be played by Susquehanna University musicians for generations to…

Image for news story: October events at Susquehanna
October events at Susquehanna

October brings a nationally recognized musical ensemble, a unique film festival, academic lectures and more…

Susquehanna to host Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Susquehanna University will host the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Sunday, Oct. 8, in…

Image for news story: September events bring theater, art, music, literature
September events bring theater, art, music, literature

September brings theatre performances, a gallery exhibition, a reading, a concert and a unique lecture…

Image for news story: Senior gains confidence, valuable experience through Jewish Museum internship
Senior gains confidence, valuable experience through Jewish Museum internship

Alex Gabriel’s summer internship at New York City’s Jewish Museum opened his eyes to the…

Image for news story: Students study confluence of art and activism
Students study confluence of art and activism

If art is meant to evoke, then art activism has the potential to change the…

Image for news story: University Choir a finalist for American Prize
University Choir a finalist for American Prize

Amy Voorhees, assistant professor of music and director of choral activities at Susquehanna UniversitySusquehanna’s University…

Image for news story: Itzhak Perlman Wows at Susquehanna
Itzhak Perlman Wows at Susquehanna

Susquehanna University hosted internationally renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman, with pianist Rohan De Silva, for a…

Image for news story: April Events at Susquehanna
April Events at Susquehanna

April brings concerts, theatre performances and a unique lecture to Susquehanna University’s campus. All events…

Image for news story: Violin Professor Premieres Piece in Washington
Violin Professor Premieres Piece in Washington

Jennifer Sacher Wiley, associate professor of music at Susquehanna University, had her composition, Hanukkah Medley,…

Image for news story: Itzhak Perlman To Appear in Recital at Susquehanna
Itzhak Perlman To Appear in Recital at Susquehanna

Current Ticket Status: Sold Out Should additional tickets be made available, please complete…

Image for news story: February Events at Susquehanna
February Events at Susquehanna

February brings concerts, theatre performances and a unique lecture to Susquehanna University’s campus. All events…

Image for news story: The Office Is a Stage for Alumnus at the Metropolitan Opera
The Office Is a Stage for Alumnus at the Metropolitan Opera

Since entering graduate school, Lee Steiner ’09 said his dream job has always been to…

Image for news story: Louis Gossett Jr. To Discuss Career on Stage and Film
Louis Gossett Jr. To Discuss Career on Stage and Film

Academy Award–winning actor Louis Gossett Jr. will discuss his nearly 70-year career at 5 p.m….

November Events at Susquehanna

November brings various musical and theater performances as well as a new gallery exhibition to…

Image for news story: Japanese Ensemble Taikoza to Present Concert
Japanese Ensemble Taikoza to Present Concert

Susquehanna University will host Japanese musical ensemble Taikoza as part of the university’s Artist Series…

Image for news story: September Events at Susquehanna
September Events at Susquehanna

September brings an art exhibition, a theatre production, a visiting writer, a Japanese musical performance…

Image for news story: Music Crosses Language Barrier in Spain
Music Crosses Language Barrier in Spain

Soon after John Yore ’23 set off for Barcelona to begin his summer internship with…

Image for news story: If the World is a Show, This Student Wants to Light It
If the World is a Show, This Student Wants to Light It

Owen Carey ’25 spent his summer at the happiest place on earth — Disney World….

Image for news story: Alumni, Students Remember Longtime Music Professor
Alumni, Students Remember Longtime Music Professor

Alumni spanning nearly 50 years and 2,000 miles returned to campus to celebrate the life…

Image for news story: Orchestra Concert Benefits Ukrainian Refugees
Orchestra Concert Benefits Ukrainian Refugees

Local Instrumentalists Invited To Perform The Susquehanna University Symphony Orchestra is seeking local musicians…

Image for news story: Concert To Celebrate Life and Legacy of Cyril Stretansky
Concert To Celebrate Life and Legacy of Cyril Stretansky

Susquehanna University will celebrate the life and legacy of the late Cyril Stretansky, emeritus director…

Image for news story: Alumni Serve Country in Military Music Ensembles
Alumni Serve Country in Military Music Ensembles

Teacher, performer, accompanist. These are careers you would expect for a graduate with a music…

Image for news story: Wind Ensemble Selected To Perform at State Music Conference
Wind Ensemble Selected To Perform at State Music Conference

The Susquehanna University Wind Ensemble will perform at the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association annual conference…

Art Donation Gives Students Valuable Opportunity

Art history majors Sarah Hixson ’18 and Rachael Schader ’19 didn’t have to wait to…

Students to Participate in Concert Celebrating Native American Culture

An original concert drama by Susquehanna’s Jennifer Wiley, associate professor of music, will be presented…

Susquehanna Celebrates Renovation of Isaacs Auditorium

Isaacs Auditorium has been given a facelift. Initially used as a dining hall, Seibert…

Saudi Student Pens Cultural Play

March 07, 2017 “I want to represent Saudi society to the American people.” …

University Choir Ready for Spring Break Tour

February 13, 2020 The Susquehanna University Choir and Chamber Singers, under the direction of…

A Century Later, Suffrage Plays Still Relevant

Equal pay. Sexual harassment. Education. These aren’t just the issues that have highlighted nearly every…

Guest Pianists to Perform

Guest artists Christina Dahl and Oksana Ezkhokina will perform a piano recital at 7:30 p.m….

Image for news story: Abstract Art Exhibition Opens April 21
Abstract Art Exhibition Opens April 21

The spring art exhibition Abstract and Nonrepresentational Painting will open with a reception in Susquehanna…

Image for news story: Senior Art Show Opens March 24
Senior Art Show Opens March 24

Susquehanna University’s annual Senior Art Show will be presented in the Lore Degenstein Gallery from…

Image for news story: SU Students Dominate ADDY Design Awards
SU Students Dominate ADDY Design Awards

Susquehanna University graphic design students walked away with the majority of awards during the recent…

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