2012-2013 Performing Arts Society Academic Support Program grant recipients: Jeffrey Brown, Tammi Walker, James Caldwell, Tim Waldrop, and Ta-Teh Ku

Every year the Performing Arts Society (PAS) awards Academic Support Program (ASP) grants to the COFAC faculty on a competitive basis.  This year the recipients of those grants will provide musical and visual arts opportunities to the university and community. The 2012-13 PAS ASP grants return $21,450 to the university and community.

The Performing Arts Society raises funds through membership and fund raising events. Anyone interested in becoming a PAS member can do so for as little as $10 per year. Contact the Dean’s office to learn more about the Performing Arts Society, 309.298.1618.

Jeffrey Brown and Tammie Walker, School of Music, Inaugural Western Illinois University Piano Festival: Guest Recital and Masterclass

James Caldwell, School of Music, 26th Annual New Music Festival

Richard Hughey, School of Music, President’s International String Quartet Scholarships

Ta-Teh Ku, Department of Art, K-12 Community Art Program

Kevin Nichols, School of Music, Brazilian Percussionist Dedé Sampaio: Concert and Two Day Residency

Tim Waldrop, Department of Art, Exploring Media Project and Exhibition

Bruce Walters, Department of Art, Exploring NASA: Projected Video and Soundtrack

Congratulations to these very hard working faculty. Every project connects the arts to Western and the community.