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Film alum Ryder McNeal on the set of a student production operating a camera.

Film & Media Arts Graduate Creates Streaming Service to Fill Gap in Film Industry

Alumni Film & Media Arts Recent Meadows alum Ryder McNeal (B.A. ’24) launched streaming platform PREVO to house and promote independent and student-produced films.

March 25, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Samantha Klaassen

Alumni Journalism Journalism and Fashion Media alum Samantha Klaassen (B.A. '18) utilized her education to carve out a career path in retail buying and merchandising.

March 24, 2025

MFA student Sharmeen Uqaili conducts an artmaking workshop with local high school students

M.F.A. Student Partners with Meadows Museum in Artmaking Workshop

Students Art Art History Graduate student Sharmeen Uqaili hosted local high school students for an artmaking workshop in conjunction with a visit to the Museum’s “Unearthing the Legacy of Islamic Spain” exhibit.

March 20, 2025

Meadows on the Mic: Chloe Young – Dance and Public Relations Student

Students Dance Chloe Young is a dance performance major who is also pursuing a Public Relations and Strategic Communications degree from Meadows’ CCPA program.

March 12, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Mark Lau

Alumni Advertising Advertising alum Mark Lau (B.A. '06) combined the creativity he learned at Meadows with his marketing degree from Cox to succeed in his 18-year career at Nike.

March 10, 2025

Two alumni lead a Coffee and Conversations event on stage for Meadows students

New Internship Program Places Meadows Students in Paid Positions

Students Advertising Art Art History Corporate Communication and Public Affairs Creative Computation Film & Media Arts Journalism SMU Meadows’ new PMC Intern Fellowship program subsidizes five paid internships for Meadows students at Dallas-based arts, communication and media organizations.

March 07, 2025

Advertising students pose with their awards from the Dallas ADDYs.

AAF Honors Meadows Students With 25 Awards at Dallas ADDYs

Students Advertising Advertising students kick off competition season winning an impressive number of awards at the American Advertising Federation’s Dallas ADDYs.

March 05, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Emily Walsh Potts

Alumni Corporate Communication and Public Affairs CCPA alum Emily Walsh Potts (B.A. '15) is not only the founder of her own strategic communications firm, but also an adjunct faculty member at Meadows.

March 03, 2025

Music Composition Student Selected as New SMU-ISO Composer-in-Residence

Students Music Max Whittaker, a senior Meadows student pursuing a B.M. in Music Composition, has been selected as this year’s SMU–Irving Symphony Orchestra Student Composer-in-Residence.

February 28, 2025

Meadows on the Mic: Jessica Burnham – Director of the MADI Program

Faculty Graduate student Angela Molinero sat down for an interview with Jessica Burnham, director of the Master of Arts in Design and Innovation (MADI) program.

February 28, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Tim Allis

Alumni Theatre Theatre alum Tim Allis (B.F.A. '83) is a professional writer and editor who has often drawn on his passion for theatre, stoked at Meadows, for projects.

February 27, 2025

Art students use colorful oil pastels during a workshop by M.F.A. student Karina Ramirez.

Six Courses You Can’t Miss at SMU Meadows

Campus Art Art History Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Film & Media Arts Take a look at six of some of Meadows’ most unique and interesting courses, across a variety of disciplines, that are available to our students.

February 21, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Deepa Liegel

Alumni Dance Dance alum Deepa Liegel (B.F.A. '17) used the versatile dance skills she learned at Meadows to achieve her dream of joining a modern dance company upon graduation.

February 17, 2025

Meadows on the Mic: Gina Farmer – Gemologist and Law Student

Alumni Advertising CCPA student Samantha Field interviews advertising alum and law student Gina Farmer.

February 14, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: David Sibley

Alumni Music Music alum David Sibley (B.M. '89) combined his music education and interest in film and television to excel as a music supervisor in the entertainment industry.

February 10, 2025

Black and white headshots of faculty award winners Cheryl Mendenhall, Kristina Nielsen, Anne Schilling, and Stephanie Langin-Hooper

Meadows Faculty Sweeps SMU Fall Teaching Awards

Faculty Advertising Art History Music Theatre Meadows faculty members win four of the biggest University-level teaching awards from SMU for the school year.

February 06, 2025

Meadows on the Mic: Jamie Lam – Transfer Student and Journalism Major

Students Journalism Jamie Lam is a senior journalism major who originally started her education in California before transferring to SMU Meadows.

February 06, 2025

What are the Differences Between UX and UI?

Campus Creative Technology Discover the roles of UX and UI in creating digital experiences that are intuitive, visually engaging, and satisfying for users.

February 05, 2025

SMU DataArts Names Bao-Long Chu New Nasher Haemisegger Fellow

Staff Bao-Long Chu, the current program director for arts and parks at Houston Endowment, will serve as research center’s new ambassador to national arts sector.

February 04, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Emily Habeck

Alumni Theatre Theatre alum Emily Habeck (B.F.A. '11) shares how her Meadows theatre degree helped her carve a career path to becoming a bestselling fiction author.

February 03, 2025

Dance students stand in a dance studio at the International Association of Blacks in Dance Conference

Dance Professor, Students Attend International Association of Blacks in Dance Conference

Students Dance Professor of practice Michelle N. Gibson and eight B.F.A. students traveled to the 35th International Association of Blacks in Dance Conference, “The Bridges We Build: From Revolution to Legacy.”

January 31, 2025

Film Professor Earns Esteemed Creative Capital Award for Documentary Project

Faculty Film & Media Arts Amber Bemak, associate professor in the Division of Film & Media Arts, was one of only 55 artists to receive a grant from Creative Capital for her artistic endeavors in film.

January 27, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Philip DeBoer

Alumni Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Arts Management & Arts Entrepreneurship alum Philip DeBoer (MMIAM '22) utilized his degree to complement and supplement his existing career.

January 27, 2025

Meadows on the Mic: Jorge Baldor – Philanthropist and Entrepreneur

Students Corporate Communication and Public Affairs Jorge Baldor is a philanthropist and Cuban immigrant who is passionate about improving the community and striving for a better future.

January 23, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Artina McCain

Alumni Music Music alum Artina McCain (B.M. '03) shares her talent not only through her work as a concert pianist, but also as a professor of piano at the University of Memphis.

January 21, 2025

Group photo of the fall 2024 Social Impact Lab Investment Committee

SMU Impact Lab Selects First Round of Grant Recipients

Campus Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Corporate Communication and Public Affairs The SMU Impact Lab has chosen its first five organizations to receive investment funding from the program after a rigorous application process.

January 17, 2025

Student filming on set of the Summer Film Production program.

Meadows’ Divisions of Advertising and Film Ranked Among Best in the Country

Campus Advertising Film & Media Arts Both the Temerlin Advertising Institute and Division of Film & Media Arts have been ranked some of the best programs in the country by top academic and industry organizations.

December 18, 2024

Meadows on the Mic: Timmie Hathorn – Assistant Dean of Alumni and Career Success

Students Timmie Hathorn represents the office of Alumni and Career Success, which helps current and former students develop their careers through internships and alumni networking.

December 17, 2024

Painting displayed on easel in art gallery exhibition

MFA Students Selected for Exclusive North Texas Art Cohort for Graduate Students

Students Art Two MFA students in Meadows’ Division of Art have been hand-picked for Dallas Contemporary’s inaugural NTX Graduate Student Program.

December 16, 2024

Meadows on the Mic: Jessica Silverstein – Fashion Media Student

Students Journalism Jessica Silverstein is a junior Fashion Media major and student worker for the SMU Meadows Marketing team.

December 11, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Gloria Salinas

Alumni Journalism Journalism alum Gloria Salinas (B.A. '10) utilized Meadows' core journalism teachings to enhance her current career in economic development.

December 02, 2024

Violin professor Chad Hoopes plays the violin

Professor Chad Hoopes Named Wallach Chair by Esteemed Chamber Music Society

Faculty Music The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center has selected professor of practice in violin Chad Hoopes as the holder of the Susan S. and Kenneth L. Wallach Chair position.

November 26, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Fernando Valdes

Alumni Advertising Advertising alum Fernando Valdes (B.A. '09) leveraged the broad skillset Meadows equipped him with to tailor his own career path in a consumer-focused industry.

November 25, 2024

Dean Sam Holland poses holding his Obelisk Award

Meadows Dean Samuel S. Holland Receives BCA Obelisk Award for Arts Leadership

Faculty The Business Council for the Arts honored Dean Holland with an Obelisk Award at the organization’s 36th annual recognition ceremony on November 14.

November 22, 2024

The Importance of Nonprofit Leadership Training

Campus Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Elevate your nonprofit leadership skills with training in strategic, financial, and team management. Learn how SMU’s M.A. program helps you create impact.

November 19, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Bridget Melton

Alumni Theatre Theatre alum Bridget Melton (B.F.A. '05) built on her experience working in the Meadows Ticketing Office to forge her own career in arts accessibility through audio description.

November 18, 2024

Professor Barbara Hill Moore stands at a podium at an event celebrating her 50 years at SMU.

Meadows Celebrates Dedicated and Impactful Career of Professor Barbara Hill Moore

Events Music Students, faculty, alumni, and friends of Meadows joined together for a joyous celebration of Barbara Hill Moore’s 50-year career with the school.

November 15, 2024

Meadows on the Mic: Parisa Khobdeh – Dance Professional and Artist-in-Residence

Faculty Dance Parisa Khobdeh is a Meadows alum and professional dancer who is currently serving as Artist-in-Residence with the Division of Dance.

November 15, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Jonathan Gregoire

Alumni Music Music alum Jonathan Gregoire (A.D. '17) expanded his artistry during his time at Meadows, leading to the creation of his own creative coaching practice alongside performing.

November 11, 2024

Meadows Theatre and Film Alumni Collaborate on New NYC-Based Play

Alumni Film & Media Arts Theatre From producing and directing to stage managing and acting, the new play “Do You Feel Anger?” is a production run almost entirely by Meadows alumni.

November 08, 2024

SMU Advertising Professor Studies the New World of Virtual Influencers

Students Advertising Dr. Quan Xie’s research on virtual influencers may guide marketers on how best to utilize this new digital frontier to build deeper connections with consumers and drive meaningful social change.

November 08, 2024

Student Journalists Win 13 Prestigious National Journalism Awards

Students Journalism Students from Meadows’ Division of Journalism have recently won numerous national journalism awards including honors across newspaper, magazine and digital platforms.

November 06, 2024

SMU football player scoring a touchdown in the homecoming game

Meadows Celebrates SMU Homecoming Weekend 2024

Campus Over this past weekend, the Meadows community celebrated SMU’s annual homecoming celebration with a slew of festivities.

November 05, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Kristin Stubblefield

Alumni Music Music Education alum Kristin Stubblefield (B.M. '19) utilized the program's unique blend of technical curricula and hands-on experiences to uncover her passion for elementary-level music teaching.

November 04, 2024

Team of MA/MBA students and Creative Morning Dallas employees. Photo by Mario Zie.

MA/MBA Students Collaborate with Local Volunteer Organization in Hands-On Research Project

Students Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Students in Meadows’ MA/MBA program recently partnered with CreativeMornings Dallas, the local chapter of the world’s largest creative community, on a project to enhance the business structure of the organization.

November 01, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Michael Christopher Matson

Alumni Art Art alum Michael Christopher Matson (B.F.A. ’10) joined the program as an accomplished glassblower and discovered a love for sculpture and metal works during his Meadows experience.

October 28, 2024

Meadows on the Mic: Emmet Overcarsh - Theatre Studies Student and Actor in “Carrie the Musical”

Students Theatre Emmet Overcarsh is a junior theatre studies major who is also performing in “Carrie the Musical,” a collaboration between SMU Meadows and Theatre Three.

October 25, 2024

Percussion student Melody Tang carries newly-constructed pitched pipes with engineering students.

Percussion Students Partner with Engineering School to Produce Instruments

Students Music The two schools worked together to design and build 72 chromatic pitched pipes, among other projects, for upcoming percussion performances.

October 24, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Ellie Pace

Alumni Advertising Advertising alum Ellie Pace (B.A. ’21) shares how her Meadows experience led her to found her own creative media agency, Ellie Pace Studio, that specializes in professional photography and custom website design.

October 21, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: TJ Hammond

Alumni Dance Dance alum TJ Hammond (B.F.A. '21) was prepared for a career on the stage, both mentally and physically, thanks to his experience in the dance program at Meadows.

October 14, 2024

Cover art for season two of the podcast "The Unforgotten"

Journalism Professor Teams Up with Grad Student for True Crime Podcast

Faculty Journalism Journalism professor Charlie Scudder and graduate student Monika Watkins will be launching new episodes of a true crime podcast on October 14.

October 11, 2024

Meadows on the Mic: Angela Molinero - Graduate Student in Design and Innovation

Students Angela Molinero is an International Graduate Student pursuing a Master's in Design and Innovation.

October 11, 2024

Meadows Student Engages with Community through Music and International Studies

Students Music Alexandra Lahiri is a double major at SMU, pursuing degrees in Music and International Studies. She shares how she connects with SMU and the broader Dallas community through unique cultural and musical extracurricular activities.

October 10, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Emily Bendorf

Alumni Corporate Communication and Public Affairs CCPA alum Emily Bendorf (B.A. '12) made strong connections with her classmates and mentors while in the program, which – along with the skills she learned – helped pave the way for her current career.

October 07, 2024

A student, two executive board members, and the Meadows dean on stage hosting a panel

Office of Alumni and Career Success Hosts First “Coffee and Conversations” Event

Alumni Advertising Meadows’ Office of Alumni and Career Success (ACS) partnered with the SMU chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) for a new panel discussion with notable alumni.

October 07, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Bavand Karim

Alumni Film & Media Arts Film & Media Arts alum Bavand Karim (M.F.A. '10) utilized his Meadows experience and mentors to help build his current career in the entertainment industry.

September 30, 2024

Sophomore voice major Jordan Lage in the title role of Carrie White

SMU Meadows Partners with Dallas’ Theatre Three for Upcoming Production of “Carrie”

Students Music Theatre Meadows’ performing arts programs will collaborate with locally-acclaimed Dallas theatre T3 for an upcoming production of "Carrie the Musical."

September 27, 2024

Meadows on the Mic: Cristin Espinosa - Content Strategist at SMU Meadows

Alumni Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Journalism Cristin Espinosa ('20 Journalism, Arts Management) is currently the Content Strategist for the SMU Meadows Marketing team and a Meadows alum.

September 27, 2024

Various pieces of artwork by students in the Student Organized Art Collective is displayed in the Jordan Gallery

Student Organized Art Collective Hosts Student-Run, Shakespeare-Inspired Exhibition

Students Art The Student Organized Art Collective (SOAC) is an organization run by and for student artists, providing community and the opportunity to professionally display their work.

September 25, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Nicole Jacobsen Mayberry

Alumni Advertising Journalism Journalism and advertising alum Nicole Jacobsen Mayberry (B.A. ’11) leveraged her dual degrees to carve a path for herself in the world of sports marketing.

September 23, 2024

What is Arts Management?

Arts and Nonprofit Leadership Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Discover the essentials of arts management and the role it plays in facilitating arts-related business ventures.

September 20, 2024

Podcast Launch: Meadows on the Mic

Faculty Music Meadows Marketing launches a new podcast covering staff, students and events at SMU Meadows. The inaugural episode is an interview with Margaret Winchell, Director of Choral Activities.

September 16, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Todd Haberkorn

Alumni Theatre Theatre alum Todd Haberkorn (B.F.A. '04) shares how Meadows helped him craft a versatile career in Hollywood, with roles ranging from actor and director to writer and producer.

September 16, 2024

Meadows Admission Ambassadors pose with Assistant Dean for Recruitment Ryan Cole

Campus Visitors Receive Warm Welcome From Meadows’ Student Ambassadors

Students Advertising Art Art History Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Corporate Communication and Public Affairs Creative Computation Creative Technology Dance Film & Media Arts Journalism Music Theatre Meadows Admission Ambassadors are often the first face many people see upon visiting the school and work hard to make a positive impact on visitors’ campus experiences.

September 13, 2024

Military Musicians and Arts Management

Arts and Nonprofit Leadership Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship Music Explore how military musicians excel in the field of arts management by leveraging their evolving roles and responsibilities.

September 12, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Caroline Kneese

Alumni Art Art alum Caroline Kneese (B.F.A. ’02) developed a love for painting during her Meadows experience that eventually led her to opening and operating her very own art gallery.

September 09, 2024

Meadows has 17 new faculty members joining for the 2024-25 academic year.

Meadows Welcomes 12 Full-Time, 5 Visiting New Faculty Members for 2024-25

Faculty Advertising Art Dance Film & Media Arts Journalism Music Theatre Join us in welcoming 17 new faculty members to Meadows, in divisions ranging from art and advertising to dance and theatre, and learn more about these new members of our community.

September 06, 2024

SMU Professor Megan Heber Blends Business and the Arts to Revolutionize Nonprofit Management

Arts and Nonprofit Leadership Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship The M.A. in Arts and Nonprofit Leadership Program Director and Professor of Practice reveals how her love for arts management and nonprofit work has led to opportunities to make profound impacts in the community.

September 06, 2024

CCPA Major Maria Murad Begins Coveted Internship at Fisher Investments

Students Corporate Communication and Public Affairs Creative Computation Murad applied and was offered the internship last spring after a thorough vetting process.

September 05, 2024

Alumni Spotlight: Scott Harrison

Alumni Music Music alum Scott Harrison (M.M. '04) details how his Meadows experience has informed his work at the Cleveland Institute of Music and beyond.

September 03, 2024

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