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College of the Arts

Jillian Sokso

Jillian Sokso to join ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State as Director of the School of Art

After a national search, the School of Art is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jillian Sokso as its new director. Sokso comes to us from George Fox University in Newberg, Oregon, where she served as the director of the School of Communication and Design and professor of art and design.

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College of the Arts

Janice Lessman-Moss working on a weaving in her studio

Janice Lessman-Moss Retires After 40 Years of Service

Janice Lessman-Moss, professor of textiles, is retiring this summer after more than 40 years of service at the School of Art. Since being hired as a full-time faculty member in 1981, she has been the driving force behind the progress and innovation of textile arts education at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï. A beloved professor, Lessman-Moss has touched many students’ lives by sharing her knowledge, skills, and love for weaving and textile history with those who have been fortunate enough to have her as a teacher and a mentor. 

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School of Art

Dr. Yuko Kurahashi

Dr. Yuko Kurahashi Receives 2021-2022 President's Faculty Excellence Award

The School of Theatre and Dance congratulates faculty member Dr. Yuko Kurahashi as a recipient of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï's 2021-2022 President's Faculty Excellence Award! 

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School of Theatre and Dance

Photo of Benjamin Lorenzo in hallway

Benjamin Lorenzo Appointed as ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Next Director of Bands

After a national search, the Glauser School of Music and the College of the Arts at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï announce the appointment of Benjamin Lorenzo, D.M.A., as the next director of bands. 

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School of Music