WHY US?

Find your voice. Fuel your passion. Ignite your future.

The University of Utah College of Fine Arts faculty and programs challenge, immerse and ultimately prepare committed students for a rewarding career in the arts. 

Specialization and Teaching

World class faculty and robust arts teaching programs fuel the next generations of creative thinkers.

Spotlight

With over a dozen venues to exhibit, perform, or screen films, students’ chances to shine are abundant.

Arts Research

As a Research 1 institution, opportunities abound to participate in groundbreaking creative and scholarly arts research.

Interdisciplinary

Whether across creative disciplines or across campus, innovation thrives where the arts intersect.

Creative Culture

Salt Lake City’s thriving and vibrant arts culture offers world class local and global arts experiences.

Nature

Nestled at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, campus is minutes away from trailheads and ski resorts.

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The Finer Points

Holiday Event Round-Up with U Arts

11-11-2024

Holiday Event Round-Up with U Arts

‘Tis the season for art! Wondrous holiday events await you on the University of Utah campus. Take a stroll through our markets or take a seat in one...

Brittany Nelson joins the CFA as new Finance and Operations Officer

11-07-2024

Brittany Nelson joins the CFA as new Finance and Operations Officer

The College of Fine Arts is excited to welcome Brittany Nelson as its new Finance and Operations Officer. Nelson takes the reins from the UMFA Chief...

People who love and care

11-06-2024

People who love and care

“Spring Awakening,” presented by the University...

New Creative Arts Therapies courses launch at University of Utah

11-05-2024

New Creative Arts Therapies courses launch at University of Utah

As a state, Utah has a rich history of using the arts for wellbeing. The more recent groundswell of emerging arts and health initiatives in various...

Channel electrically exciting dance at Grounding

11-04-2024

Channel electrically exciting dance at Grounding

This month, watch as the School of Dance harnesses the electric power of its alumni and faculty in Grounding.

Grounding features work by...

Inside “A Musical Cabinet of Curiosities”

10-22-2024

Inside “A Musical Cabinet of Curiosities”

Every year, the day after Utah Philharmonia’s Haunted Orchestra concert concludes, Dr. Robert Baldwin starts thinking about the music selections for...

The (re)making of a Shakespeare classic

10-22-2024

The (re)making of a Shakespeare classic

There’s a specific magic a play written centuries ago and presented all over the world through the ages can manifest in a theatre community. Deciding...

You're invited...to Dinner Party

10-21-2024

You're invited...to Dinner Party

The University of Utah School of Dance presents “Dinner Party,” an evening of original choreography...

Taking Shakespeare to local young audiences

10-18-2024

Taking Shakespeare to local young audiences

The Department of Theatre’s cast for A...

New ARToberFest unites Department of Art & Art History

10-15-2024

New ARToberFest unites Department of Art & Art History

The Department of Art & Art History will celebrate autumn and art at ARToberFest, Thursday October 17 from 4p to 8p in the Art Building Courtyard...

U Theatre actors, playwright featured in Plan-B Theatre's "FULL COLOR"

10-14-2024

U Theatre actors, playwright featured in Plan-B Theatre's "FULL COLOR"

Plan-B Theatre presents “FULL COLOR” –– a world premiere by Tatiana Christian, Chris Curlett, Dee-Dee...

Exhibition honors two U Art & Art History greats

10-09-2024

Exhibition honors two U Art & Art History greats

Join the University of Utah Department of Art & Art History for an exhibition celebrating the legacy of two artists and educators who made an extraordinary...

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