
School of Art Mourns the Passing of Pioneering Conceptual Artist and Alumnus Mel Bochner
Mel Bochner, a groundbreaking figure in the development of conceptual art, passed away on February 12, 2025, at the age of 84.

CMU Photographer Explores Campus Imagery Through Coursework
CMU Photographer Kevin Lorenzi has found that the Master of Arts in Design program helps him view his favored medium in a different light.

Tamara Tunie Inspires Future Leaders at President’s Lecture Series
Actor, producer and director Tamara Tunie returned to her Pittsburgh roots and Carnegie Mellon University as a distinguished guest for the President’s Lecture Series

At Intersection of Race and Intimacy, Drama Professor’s Work Onstage Informs Students Offstage
Kaja Dunn, associate professor in the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, has served as intimacy coordinator for the stage and screen, and as a director with her latest effort, "A Room in the Castle" opening Jan. 24.

Master Classes Offer Self-Discovery Through the Arts
Each year CMU drama faculty teach a master class through the Excellence in Theatre Education Award.

CMU Alumnus Stephen Schwartz Receives Oscar Nomination for 'Wicked' Score
Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama alumnus Stephen Schwartz has earned his ninth Academy Award nomination, this time for the original score of the box office smash “Wicked,” based on the musical written by Schwartz and Winnie Holzman.

John Wells Brings the Drama Back to Pittsburgh in ‘The Pitt’
Carnegie Mellon students got a sneak peek at the set of “The Pitt,” the newest production from CMU alumnus and executive producer John Wells.

Ana Maria Pinto da Silva Named CMU College of Fine Arts School of Design Head
The College of Fine Arts at Carnegie Mellon University has named Ana Maria Pinto da Silva the new head of the School of Design. Pinto da Silva will begin her role on July 1.

Remembering Mel Shapiro
Carnegie Mellon University and its School of Drama honor the life and artistic contributions of alumnus and former Head of School Mel Shapiro.