SPRING ARTS GUIDE
The School of the Arts, which consists of Art & Art History, Theatre, and Writer’s Workshop, is UNO’s artistic hub. Students can attend and/or participate in the UNO Art Gallery exhibitions, Theatre productions, and the Writer’s Workshop Reading Series. Featuring students and professional creators of national and international renown, our events expand learning beyond the classroom.
We help the arts thrive in Omaha. The doors to our lectures and shows are open to the public. Each semester there are numerous activities taking place as you will see in the following pages. Attend a few or all!
Amy Millicent Morris, Ph.D. Director, School of the Arts ammorris@unomaha.edu
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT OMAHA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
arts.unomaha.edu
ABOUT THE COVER
Art piece by School of the Arts Alumni Andrew Acker, a 1973 BFA graduate. Andrew’s piece is part of the 2025 Juried Arts Alumni Exhibition in the UNO Gallery opening January 27 thru February 21. This year’s event will feature outstanding works from 54 alumni artists spanning the past 51 years.
The College Where Creative Careers Begin!
CFAM Degrees Work!
Michael L. Hilt, Ph.D. Dean, College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media
The College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) is dedicated to inspiring the creative growth of all of our students.
We are comprised of three distinct schools in three unique facilities: the School of the Arts (Weber Fine Arts Building), the School of Communication (Arts & Sciences Hall), and the School of Music (Strauss Performing Arts Center).
Each school is built on a diverse array of courses led by a nationally-known faculty of musicians, artists, performers, writers, and scholars.
I invite you to create your future with us and learn how a degree from one of our programs can lead to a myriad of opportunities for a career in the arts. I also invite you to attend one of our many musical and theatre performances, gallery exhibitions, public readings, and other events throughout the year.
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS ART GALLERY
Weber Fine Arts | 6505 University Dr S
Annual UNO Juried Student Art Exhibition
March 10 - April 4
Reception + Awards | Fri | Apr 4 | 5-7pm | Awards 6pm
The Annual UNO Juried Student Art Exhibition features a range of artworks by current School of the Arts students selected by a guest juror. A few selected students are also awarded scholarships for their artistic merit. Awards are presented by the juror during the closing reception.
BFA Thesis & BASA Senior Exhibitions
April 21 - May 15
BFA Thesis Talks | Wed | April 30 | 12-1pm
Art History Thesis Talks | Wed | May 7 | 12-1pm
Reception | Fri | May 2 | 5-7pm
This exhibition showcases the work of graduating students from the BFA and BASA programs.
Gallery Curator and Manager, Rebecca Norris rebeccanorris@unomaha.edu
Juried Art Alumni Exhibition
Jan 27 - Feb 21
Opening Reception Fri | Feb 7 | 5-7p
Jurors: Patrick Drickey, Jean Sitzman, Zaleski
1973 Andrew Acker
1980 Barry Carlsen
1980 Ken Anderson
1982 Scott Mossman
1983 Kori Abdouch
1986 Jeff Spencer
1987 Stuart Wheat
1991 Julie Ryan
1995 Angela Fischer
1995 Kirsten Furlong
1995 Troy Muller
1995 Val Rousseau
1996 Kim Darling
1996 Michael Scheef
2000 Brad Marr
2002 Jeremiah Lee
2002 Jordan Acker Anderson
2002 Joshua Anderson
2003 Stephen Azevedo
2005 Megan Thomas
2005 Sarah Parys
2007 Bart Vargas
2008 David Moore
2008 Emily Saylor
2008 Josh Powell
2009 Nita Armendariz
2010 Johnny Wells
2013 Maggie Jorgensen
2014 Gabriella Quiroz
2015 Ashley McKeever
2017 Elisa Wolcott
2017 Megan McCoy
2017 Nicholas Clark
2019 Holly Tharnish
2019 Mark Sabaliauskas
2020 Kaitlin Kratky
GALLERY HOURS & INFO
2020 Morgan Fields
2020 Steven Pelish
2020 Thomas Edward White
2021 Adrian Carpenter
2021 Anne Newman
2021 Jada Messick
2021 Makayla Clark
2021 Peyton Pearson
2022 Caroline Baroco
2022 Emmanuela Ahianti
2022 Terrol Thompson
2023 Catherine Hetrick
2023 Dheeraj Varandani
2023 Hana Brock
2023 Maddie Knowles
2023 Madison Tharnish
2023 Parker Herout
2024 Isabel Johnson
HOLLY PELESKY
Wed | Feb 12 | 7:30p
UNO Art Gallery
CHRIS HARDING THORNTON
Wed | Feb 26 | 7:30p Criss Library
SUSAN AIZENBERG
Wed | Apr 2 | 7:30p
UNO Art Gallery
STEVE LANGAN
Wed | Mar 26 | 7:30p MBSC Ballroom
CAMILE DUNGY
Wed | Apr 7 | 7:30p
Milo Bail Student Center Nebraska Room
CHRISTINE BURRIGHT
Wed | Apr 16 | 7:30p Benson Theatre
Learn more at cfam.unomaha.edu/writersworkshop
More Events To Inspire
Vocal Masterclass with Kevin Wilson
Mon | Mar 10 | 6:30 - 9pm
Weber Black Box Theatre
Experience an evening of vocal exploration and artistry with Kevin Wilson, a nationally recognized leader in musical theatre vocal pedagogy. Open to UNO students from all disciplines, this masterclass provides a welcoming environment to develop vocal technique and song interpretation through live coaching sessions. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a curious beginner, this event promises to inspire and engage. Don’t miss this highlight of CFAM’s 20th-anniversary celebrations!
Comics and Coffee Speaker Series
Watch renowned visual storytellers discuss their work on zoom, participate in short workshops inspired by each artist’s work and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am
Ariel Aberg-Riger | Wed | Feb 5 | CEC 209
Dash Shaw | Wed | Feb 26 | CEC 231
Shay Mirk | Wed | Mar 12 | MBSC
Mita Mahato | Wed | Apr 16 | WFAB 128
SINCE 2005 5088 GRADUATES HAVE EARNED A DEGREE FROM CFAM!
The College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) was formed in March 2005. This new college was a restructure and renaming of the College of Fine Arts and the School of Communication along with KVNO Radio and UNO Television.
CFAM SETS RECORD DURING 2024
Wear Black. Give Back is a 24-hour day of giving for the University of Nebraska at Omaha to raise money for scholarships, colleges, programs, and activities.
The 2024 campaign saw CFAM set a new record as 359 donors gave $50,800! The proceeds, help a number of initiatives that help support and provide opportunities for CFAM students.
You can make an impact on future creators through the University of Nebraska Foundation’s College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media funds. Simply scan the QR code of the area you would like to support or learn more at nufoundation.org
