Accessing the Arts
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Magazine
April 2025
How 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s arts programs meet students where they are — developing talent, not filtering it — and why the college’s inclusive model is helping shape the next generation of artists.
Where Talent Takes Root
At 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s College of the Arts, no student is turned away for lack of formal training. With a no-portfolio-required policy, the college embraces students at every level, nurturing passion and skill to prepare graduates for successful careers.
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Building the Skies of Tomorrow
From drone research to air taxis, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø students are leading the future of aviation at the Center for Advanced Air Mobility. See how real-world experience is helping them shape the skies of tomorrow.
Read More »50 States of Protest: America Responds to May 4, 1970
What began as a peaceful demonstration ended in violence — and accelerated a national movement. Campus strikes across all 50 states showed the immediate and profound impact of May 4, 1970, when students stood together in grief, protest and determination.
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The Future of Business Begins Here
After opening its doors to students in August 2024, Crawford Hall has become a centerpiece of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s front campus. In its inaugural year, the building hosted memorable milestones signaling a bold new era of business education.
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Class Notes
Here’s the latest news from the last century of Golden Flashes.
Catch up on what fellow alumni have been doing over the years and be sure to share your update with us as well.
DIRECTOR CONTENT STRATEGY
Jen Lennon
STAFF CONTRIBUTORS
Joni Bowen
April McClellan-Copeland
SOCIAL MEDIA
Deanna Stevens Ulrich
DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
UCM Web Team
Paul McKinney
PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, ILLUSTRATION & ANIMATION
Mike Rich
Jon Jivan
Ashton Blake
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS
Bob Christy, BS ’95
Rami Daud, BA ’20
VICE PRESIDENT FOR UNIVERSITY COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING
Stephen Ward
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