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A person with curly hair and a striped jacket stands in front of a yellow background with "Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical" written on it.
Theatre alumna debuts in Broadway hit ‘Operation Mincemeat’

Susquehanna University theatre alumna Amanda Jill Robinson ’12 is currently making her Broadway debut in…

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April events at Susquehanna

Susquehanna University will present a full slate of events throughout the month of April, from…

Two women stand beside a piano in an office. One, in a red dress, points to a music stand while the other, in a gray top and jeans, listens attentively. Shelves, a desk, and a backpack are visible in the background.
Susquehanna excels at voice competition

Susquehanna University hit a high note at the Allegheny Mountain Chapter’s National Association of Teachers…

Six large, colorful puppet figures with illuminated faces and arms raised in a salute, wearing white hats and jackets, are mounted on wooden stands against a gallery wall.
Students create Japanese Nebuta sculpture

How on Earth will we say goodbye to Polaris? George Ferrandi’s exhibit at Susquehanna University’s…

A conductor in a black suit leads an orchestra, raising a baton, while young musicians play violins and other string instruments on stage.
Musical ensembles invited to perform at professional conferences

Two of Susquehanna University’s musical ensembles have been invited to travel north this winter to…

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Susquehanna University announces 2025-26 events season

Susquehanna University announces a full and varied slate of events for the 2025-26 academic year. Performances…

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Students experience the art and business of theatre

Three Susquehanna University students spent their summer at the historic Gretna Theatre — but with…

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Susquehanna named Top Design School

Susquehanna University has been named a Top Design School by Graphic Design USA, the second…

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Graphic design students gain national recognition

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

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Students win awards in graphic design competition

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

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Faculty win awards for scholarship, teaching, advising

Susquehanna University announced faculty awards for research, teaching and advising at its 167th Commencement. Awards were…

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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…

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Ciao, Orvieto Musica!

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

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Lecture to explore joy in theatre

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

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Choir readies for spring tour season

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

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Susquehanna now offers theatre Bachelor of Fine Arts programs

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

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Theatre major hammers out success with Florida theatre company

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

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Graphic design students nationally recognized

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

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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…

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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…

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Class of 2024: Where are they going?

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

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Art & design professor awarded fellowship to enhance teaching methods

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

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April events at Susquehanna

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

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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…

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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…

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Music, theatre to stage two one-act operas

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

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Syllabus: Stagecraft

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

A choir and orchestra perform on stage in a decorated church, with Christmas trees and lights. The audience holds candles, and the stage is lit with red and orange hues, creating a festive holiday atmosphere.
Community invited to annual Christmas Candlelight Service

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

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Faculty musicians to debut compositions at international showcase

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

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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…

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October events at Susquehanna

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

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Susquehanna to host Wild & Scenic Film Festival

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

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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…

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September events bring theater, art, music, literature

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

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Students study confluence of art and activism

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

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University Choir a finalist for American Prize

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

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Itzhak Perlman Wows at Susquehanna

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

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April Events at Susquehanna

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

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Violin Professor Premieres Piece in Washington

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

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Itzhak Perlman To Appear in Recital at Susquehanna

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

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February Events at Susquehanna

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

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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…

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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….

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November Events at Susquehanna

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

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Japanese Ensemble Taikoza to Present Concert

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

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September Events at Susquehanna

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

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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….

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Music Crosses Language Barrier in Spain

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

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Alumni, Students Remember Longtime Music Professor

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

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Orchestra Concert Benefits Ukrainian Refugees

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

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Concert To Celebrate Life and Legacy of Cyril Stretansky

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

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Alumni Serve Country in Military Music Ensembles

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

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Wind Ensemble Selected To Perform at State Music Conference

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

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Art Donation Gives Students Valuable Opportunity

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

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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…

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Susquehanna Celebrates Renovation of Isaacs Auditorium

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

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Saudi Student Pens Cultural Play

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

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University Choir Ready for Spring Break Tour

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

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A Century Later, Suffrage Plays Still Relevant

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

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Guest Pianists to Perform

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

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Abstract Art Exhibition Opens April 21

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

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Senior Art Show Opens March 24

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

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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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