Alumni

M.F.A. ’20 Theatre Design student, a former ammunition technician and mom of two, is on the path to achieving her dream as a full-time costume designer

Olivia Smith (B.F.A. Art ’11), director of Magenta Plains gallery in NYC, on networking, do’s and don’ts when approaching a gallery, and never – ever – working for free.

Kertikova (’11), host of TV series "The Ones Who Return to Bulgaria," says “The stories give hope that change is coming, that change is here”

What I’ve learned from directing a feature-length film

Combining pre-med curriculum, practicum with music degree paves way to careers in medical and health fields

Companies are quick to hire Meadows alumni skilled in coding, data analytics, visualization and more

Recipients selected for awards from the University and from the Meadows School

SMU communication and public relations degrees helped 2014 alums Liz Blumberg and Brie Strickland excel in the corporate world. Now the Southwest Airlines marketing and communication pros are sharing advice with current CCPA students.

It’s an extraordinary time to be a filmmaker, says alumnus William Joyce (’81). To create a successful career, hold on to your vision, be open to critique and outlast the naysayers.

Four festival-savvy alumni from SMU Meadows Division of Film & Media Arts share advice on how to get films into festivals.

Meadows talent represented in multiple “best-of” lists

Best Actress, Best Actor and Best New Play Awards Recognized Meadows Talent

Gift will be matched by $5 million grant from The Meadows Foundation, part of the Foundation’s 2015 gift to SMU

Meadows alumna is committed to bringing equity to the art world for women and underrepresented artists

The private investor was a major donor to business and music programs at SMU

Michael Aronov Wins Best Actor in a Featured Role for "Oslo" and Andy Blankenbuehler Wins Best Choreographer for "Bandstand"

Recipients selected for awards from the University and from the Meadows School

National Award Presented by Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Washington National Opera

Retiring Professor Mary Vernon on art, art history and the gestalt of creating

Jazz history, rock and roll, piano performance and digital marketing classes offered through CAPE and Meadows programs

Meadows couple met on a bus ride to Mustang Corral

Entrepreneurial Breaking Winds Bassoon Quartet is first chamber music ensemble endorsed by Fox Products Corporation

Both Artists Chosen Through Exchange Between SMU Meadows Division of Art and École Nationale Supérieure d’Art (ENSA) of Dijon, France

Longtime Dallas Symphony Orchestra principal trombonist and Meadows Adjunct Professor of Trombone John Kitzman prepares students for the symphony life

Art History MA alum wins Fulbright Grant to study in Armenia, and two Creative Computation majors win Gilman International Fellowships to study in Japan

Recipients selected for awards from the University and from the Meadows School

Peugh selected as top choreographer among 114 entrants at 18th annual fest in Palm Desert, Calif.

"Contract City" by Mark Falkin to be adapted into TV pilot, screenplay

Annual Event at Historic Turner House Features 11 Artists Chosen by 11 Dallas Galleries

Bucket specializes in discount tickets to top attractions in far-flung locales

Several selections on "Waltzing Mephisto by the Danube" recorded in Meadows' Caruth Auditorium

Olivia Martin (M.F.A. '15), Melissa Tran (M.F.A. '14 ) and Kate Jarboe (M.F.A. '15) win awards following year-long display of their work at MBFS Experiencing Perspectives Art Exhibition

Google invests $542 million into new venture

Event features premieres of "Jasmine" and "Dare to Drum," college shorts and more

Meadows faculty, staff, students and alumni will be busy participating in projects and performances during the second annual Dallas Arts Week

This Saturday, Meadows music students and alums introduce new, free music program for southern Dallas elementary and middle school kids

'83 opera alum Eddie Coker transforms successful recording career into Wezmore, a nonprofit that helps kids develop emotional wholeness

Jeff Colangelo's upcoming production, Prism, is back for round two, and there's plenty of paint for the audience

The gift, the largest in The Meadows Foundation’s history, includes $25 million to support goals and programs at the Meadows Museum

Area arts writers praise innovative works by alums and undergrads

Award-winning opera graduate John Holiday headlines "The Holiday Experience 2014: a Jazzy Christmas Celebration with John Holiday and his 'Big Band' "

Samuel S. Holland, internationally renowned music educator, named dean of Meadows School of the Arts

Theatre studies B.F.A. Wrenn Schmidt visited SMU to talk with theatre students on how Meadows prepped her for her career

Associate Professor of Photography Debora Hunter and painter Jane Starks (M.F.A. Art '99) showcase the landscapes of Texas and New Mexico in new exhibition

Conducting ensembles and the Meadows Symphony while at SMU provided valuable experience

Chicago’s House Theatre founders visit with students about their lives before and after SMU Meadows

Alumni win recognition in categories of outstanding actor, actress, director and creativity

Temerlin alum Wendi Leggitt '07, director of DKC Connect, on listening, hard work and the 'aha!' moment

Temerlin alum Wendi Leggitt (’07) acquired tenacity and learned strategy at TAI

Performers to include SMU Meadows Dance Ensemble; Dark Circles Contemporary Dance, founded by alum Joshua Peugh

Derrer chosen following an international search for newly created position; will support the planning and implementation of the opera’s programming for future seasons.

James Houghton ’86 and Will Trice ’01 Receive Broadway’s Top Honor

Just weeks after taking first place at the Coltman, SMU alumni ensemble wins the silver and $3,000 at the Fischoff Competition

One-hour version of the dramatic struggles of King Saul features internationally recognized Meadows opera artists Donnie Ray Albert and Clifton Forbis

Matthew Ernst (M.M. ’06 and ’07) named principal trumpet of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

Second time to work at the Games for Art History and Dance double major Morgan Beckwith (’13)

The Apple Distinguished Program designation is given to programs that meet criteria for innovation, leadership and educational excellence

The inaugural National Center for Arts Report is the first of its kind.

Ropes, rocks and printable plywood: alumni Kristen Cochran (M.F.A. Studio Art, ’10) and Kevin Todora (M.F.A. Studio Art, ’09) in concurrent shows

Will Power debuts play on the heels of Dallas Theater Center announcement

Open Studio: Every Person is a Special Kind of Artist, with Baggage will be on view beginning September 5 (San Antonio) and September 14 (Marfa) through November 9, 2013

Violinist Kazuhiro Takagi poised to lead the 2013 Dallas Chamber Symphony

Open Studio: Every Person is a Special Kind of Artist, with Baggage will be on view beginning September 5 (San Antonio) and September 14 (Marfa) through November 9, 2013

Daniel Hart's gorgeous entry into the Texas-native's critically acclaimed film

SMU's Megan Riegel presented with prestigious "Order of the Palmetto"

Meadows alum is on the film festival circuit--with a major feature in the works

Dance Council of North Texas names 2013 honorees

Gilvar seeks to inspire TAI students as well as Monster.com customers

Former Journalism Student Tells a Powerful Story About Education in the U.S.

Unexpected explorations in music and theatre defined Hart’s SMU experience