University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance

Stetson University Shatters Fundraising Record for Second Year in a Row

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Saturday, September 9, 2023

DELAND, Fla., Sept. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stetson University set another fundraising record for a second year in a row, raising $65 million last year for student scholarships, renovations and other areas across the institution.

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  • Stetson University set another fundraising record for a second year in a row, raising $65 million last year for student scholarships, renovations and other areas across the institution.
  • DELAND, Fla., Sept. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stetson University set another fundraising record for a second year in a row, raising $65 million last year for student scholarships, renovations and other areas across the institution.
  • The outpouring of gifts and pledges from donors during the 2023 fiscal year, ending June 30, came a year after Stetson raised $52.2 million, then the largest amount on record.
  • "For the second year in a row, Stetson has shattered all fundraising records with $65 million in new gifts and pledges this past fiscal year alone," he said.

Jeffrey Page, Co-Director of 1776 Musical has Roots in Philly, Opera, and Beyoncé's Famous Moves

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The musical "1776" kickstarts its national tour in Philadelphia, PA, on Thursday, February 16th at Forrest Theater in Center City.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The musical "1776" kickstarts its national tour in Philadelphia, PA, on Thursday, February 16th at Forrest Theater in Center City.
  • For the show's co-director and choreographer, Jeffrey Page, Philadelphia is a second home.
  • The University of the Arts graduate has forged a career as an artist, activist, choreographer, scholar, performer, and pedagogue.
  • Musical, 1776, comes to Philadelphia with a cast that reflects many races, genders, and ethnicities.

Michigan Ross Recognizes Distinguished Accounting Professionals for Significant Contributions to the Industry

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Friday, December 9, 2022

Founded in 2016, the Honorary Paton Fellow Award honors individuals each year who have made significant contributions to the accounting industry.

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  • Founded in 2016, the Honorary Paton Fellow Award honors individuals each year who have made significant contributions to the accounting industry.
  • A track record of community or professional service and a positive impact on Michigan Ross accounting education is common among Honorary Fellows in both the Lifetime Achievement and Rising Star categories.
  • A Detroit native, McClintock received his BBA in 1967 and MBA in 1969, both from the University of Michigan.
  • McClintock has demonstrated his lifetime commitment to the accounting profession through his dedicated service to clients, students, the community, and the University of Michigan.

Musician James A. Norkawich Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the Regional Center for the Arts, and Announces Rebranding and New Support for the Program

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Friday, August 5, 2022

In 1991, James A. Norkawich was introduced to a program called Regional Center for the arts (RCA).

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  • In 1991, James A. Norkawich was introduced to a program called Regional Center for the arts (RCA).
  • RCA was a multicultural program in southwestern Connecticut that was comprised of five towns in Fairfield County.
  • The program provided high school students the opportunity to earn college credits while learning more about their craft in either Music or Dance.
  • The Regional Center is now a part of Cooperative Education Services in Trumbull Connecticut and boasts a full-on campus for students, staff and faculty.

The 33rd Annual Yamaha Young Performing Artists Announced

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Yamaha has selected thirteen notable musicians as their 2022 Yamaha Young Performing Artists (YYPA) winners. The YYPA competition recognizes outstanding young musicians studying in the United States who transcend classical, jazz and contemporary music.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Yamaha has selected thirteen notable musicians as their 2022 Yamaha Young Performing Artists (YYPA) winners.
  • "The YYPA Program is one of the ways we at Yamaha continue to show our commitment to promising young musicians' futures.
  • The 2022 Yamaha Young Performing Artists receive a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, all-expense paid trip to the YYPA Celebration being held June 25-28, 2022.
  • To learn more about the Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program and the winners visit, https://yamaha.io/YYPA .