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CFAD Welcomes New Development Officer

The CFAD Development Team (from left to right): Tami Jackson, Grant McClendon and Madalyn McHale

he College of Fine Arts and Design is pleased at UCO, and I always felt so welcomed on campus – to be a part of such a visionary organization. T to introduce our new Development Officer, even as a young student. I heard from peers in my When you’re not busy leading Grant McClendon. Grant joined us from the professional network that CFAD produces some of the development initiatives here at CFAD, what INTEGRIS Foundation in late October, with years most talented, proficient creatives, so I knew I could do you like to do in your free time? of experience in nonprofit strategy, program continue my career with an organization with such development and fundraising. Now spearheading a well-known reputation in the arts communities. When I’m not in the office, my wife and I are CFAD’s development team, Grant combines exploring OKC and Edmond, attending concerts, Why are you passionate about supporting CFAD and enjoying time with our and family. his passion for philanthropy with his love for students and the Oklahoma arts community? the arts. A classically trained musician himself, On weekend mornings, we search for the best Grant is thrilled to be working in support of Philanthropic giving is so important in the coffee in the Oklahoma City metro area. arts. During my first several days in the office, the next generation of artists and creatives. All of us in the development office are excited I was excited to make my own personal gift to for our alumni and friends to get to know Grant as What are you most looking forward to in your support student scholarships in the UCO College he champions the mission of CFAD. To get in touch, new role as CFAD’s Development Officer? of Fine Arts and Design. Fine arts, design and email [email protected] or call 405-974-3718. Most of my experience fundraising comes from other creative pursuits are vital in our society to healthcare and advocacy – two very important foster culture, express emotion and solve the Grant McClendon needs in the Oklahoma City Metro community. world’s greatest issues through innovation and However, as a musician, my true passion has expression. The Oklahoma arts community needs always been in fine arts, and I am most looking the partnership of passionate donors and patrons forward to impacting UCO College of Fine Arts to be sustainable, and it is my personal mission and Design programs, scholarships and students to use my talents to make a difference. As an in a positive way through fundraising. artist and a college graduate, I know supplies, How have your past experiences instruments, technology, education and space to led you here to UCO? create art are expensive. UCO CFAD is definitely one of the leaders in giving access for young artists When I was in high school, I took a concurrent class and creatives to hone their craft, and I am thrilled Fun Fund Supports Fun Fall Activities

This fall, students and faculty have gratefully survey of colonial to contemporary artwork, the benefited from a donor-established fund to enhance museum features James Turrell’s installation joy and fellowship in their educational pursuits, both “Skyspace: An Array of Color.” Students entered here and abroad. The CFAD Fun Fund was established the architectural installation’s viewing chamber in 2006 by Leah and Larry Westmoreland, Ph.D., featuring an oculus in the roof. Then at dusk, they to underwrite a fun activity in conjunction with were treated to dazzling light shows within the an educational activity. The fund is available to space that alter the viewers’ perception of the sky. any CFAD department and has been used over During the National Dance Education the years to satisfy students’ appetites during Organization (NDEO) Conference in Miami, the performances, provide theater tickets to accompany Fun Fund enabled a group of UCO dancers to educational trips, cover gallery admission costs attend the annual Daniel Lewis Miami Dance during study abroad experiences and much more. UCO dancers attended the annual Daniel Lewis Miami Dance Sampler performance. Celebrating the diversity Sampler at the New World School of the Arts Dance Theatre The Westmorelands are longtime friends of of dance and culture across the region, the during the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) the College and have been serving as CFAD Advisory concert exposed students to works by eight Conference in Miami. Board members since 2014. Both lifelong educators, local companies that featured some of the best Larry is a UCO Professor Emeritus of chemistry, and choreographers and dancers in Florida. Leah served as German instructor and Coordinator The School of Music’s world-renowned Jazz of the Foreign Language Department at a local high Ensemble I visited China Nov. 1-10 for a lecture school. Now retired, the couple has continued their demonstration. Thanks to the Fun Fund, the dedication to helping students flourish as leading students were also able to see the historical supporters of CFAD. The Westmorelands are also wonders of the nation during their trip. The tireless travelers, and they have shared this passion group toured the Great Wall, Forbidden City and with CFAD students through providing opportunities Tiananmen Square, making amazing memories to experience operas, concerts and plays on an while bonding together as an ensemble. array of study tours through the Fun Fund. These are just a few examples of how the Fun The lineup of activities this fall included Fund has benefited students this semester. Thanks enriching experiences spanning several different art to the generosity of passionate supporters like the forms. On Oct. 12, students from the Department Westmorelands, CFAD’s students are continually of Art used Fun Funds to visit the Crystal Bridges School of Music students and Professor of Voice Kevin Eckard, empowered by transformational learning experiences D.M.A., visited the Great Wall of China during a recent Museum of American Art in Bentonville, AR. In that they will carry with them long after graduation. addition to encompassing a comprehensive performance tour.

Get in the Holiday Spirit with CFAD

‘Tis the season! Get in the holiday spirit with UCO Musical Theatre’s “There’s Each year, School of Design students compete to have their design selected No Business Like Snow Business,” an evening of festive song and dance inspired for the annual deans’ office holiday card. The winning designer receives a $500 by Broadway classics. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5-7, 5:00 p.m. Dec. tuition waiver and recognition on the card itself. This year’s winner is Jarrod Lovick 8, and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12-14 at the UCO Jazz Lab. Reservations are strongly of Oklahoma City. Congratulations Jarrod, and we wish you all a happy holiday recommended, so call (405) 974-2100 to secure your tickets today. season! College of Fine Arts and Design ACM@UCO Unveils New Venue NEWS CFAD Leadership: UCO Dance faculty member and The Academy of Contemporary Music at the choreographer Hui Cha Poos was honored University of Central Oklahoma (ACM@UCO) recently at the 2018 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma opened a brand-new performance space on the first Awards, presented by BroadwayHD. floor of its campus. Formerly Michael Murphy’s Dueling Poos won awards for Best Choreography Piano Bar, the 200-capacity space has been dubbed (Equity) for “The Music Man in Concert” the Live Room, and it has already become home to a at CityRep and Best Choreography (Non- variety of ACM@UCO’s musical events. Equity) for “Bring it On” at Pollard Theatre. On Oct. 20, and Kyle Gass of Tenacious Congratulations Hui! D stopped by the new venue to offer a rare masterclass CFAD Departments: before their evening concert. Students gathered in the Live Room to hear CEO Scott Booker interview the CFAD Development would like to welcome comedy-rock duo about their experiences in the music Jack Black and Kyle Gass of the comedy-rock band Tami Jackson to the team. As our new industry. Students then returned to the Live Room offered a masterclass for ACM@UCO students in the new Live Room. Project Coordinator, Tami will assist the on Oct. 29 for a vintage keyboard clinic led by funk- department by managing development inspired artist Neal Francis. projects, planning events and coordinating musical talents. The Live Room will be an incredible the scholarship process for the college. She In addition to masterclasses, the new space will student-centered space for our ambitious young has worked at UCO for two years, first as also be used for student concerts, including the ACM@ musicians and producers to gain hands-on experience. Administrative Assistant in the Office for UCO Alive! series. Featuring a variety of cover music Advancement and then as Administrative ranging from classics to contemporary hits, ACM@UCO To learn about future masterclasses, clinics and Assistant III for the Associate Dean of Alive! concerts are a great opportunity for the students concert announcements coming to ACM@UCO, please CFAD. Tami has a certificate in Event to collaborate with one another and showcase their visit acm.uco.edu. Management and 15 years of volunteer experience coordinating projects and fundraisers for various nonprofits. In addition, she has been a valuable member of the Deans’ staff, stepping in to help Oklahoma’s Future Arts Educators coordinate development events and scholarships over the past year. Thank you, and welcome to the team, Tami! In October, the UCO art education program Thanks to our generous supporters, our education Noteworthy Events: joined fellow teachers for the 2019 Oklahoma students now have a helping hand on their path to UCO’s School of Design held its 10th Art Education Association (OAEA) Conference. In success. A brainchild of the CFAD Advisory Board, anniversary Paper Jam benefit concert addition to providing opportunities to network and the recently established Arts Education Certification at the UCO Jazz Lab on October 30, exchange ideas, the conference featured a wide Fund aids students with significant financial need featuring musical performances by array of intensive workshops and presentations throughout the testing process, supporting Oklahoma’s Bad Jokes and Rousey. Guests also had in pertinent topics. Several of these presentations future teachers in the arts. For more information the opportunity to purchase new and were delivered by UCO student teachers and faculty or to give to the Arts Education Certification Fund, throwback posters designed by students members, who offered their expertise in topics such please visit centralconnection.org/artseducation. and faculty. All proceeds from ticket and as activism through art and digital art education. poster sales will be used to support the Art education is one of five areas of study in which improvement of UCO Design facilities. CFAD students can obtain a Certificate to Teach in the State of Oklahoma. The college also offers degrees Your Support in Action: and certification in dance education, instrumental Thank you to all who joined us for music education, vocal music education and theatre/ UCO Musical Theatre’s seventh annual communication education. Together, these education production of “Macabret: A Spooktacular majors account for nearly 200 of CFAD’s students. The Halloween Revue.” A Halloween tradition, rippling impact of our art, dance, music and theatre this musical theatre fundraiser offers teachers can be seen in communities across Oklahoma. spooky-inspired twists on perennial audience favorites. Community support Unfortunately, the costly nature of state- for this year’s show was tremendous, administered exams can impede students’ ability to garnering record-breaking sales of achieve this dream. Due to a recent increase state-wide, nearly $11,000! Proceeds will directly a CFAD education student is now required to pay more support musical theatre students through than $550 in testing fees. Despite excellent academic Student teacher Cori Crawford was among several UCO art scholarships, audition travel expenses performance, some students cannot afford to test for education students to offer presentations at the recent Oklahoma and production enhancement. certification and fulfill their calling as educators. Art Education Association (OAEA) Conference. To make a donation to any of these programs, contact Grant McClendon at 405-974-3718 or [email protected]. To find out more information about the College of Fine Arts and Design visit: cfad.uco.edu

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