Embracing DEI: Keystone of the universal musician
In this edition of the Dean’s Downbeat, Dean John Davis doubles down on the College of Music’s commitment to championing diversity, equity and inclusion. “I’m convinced that by embracing DEI as integral to our universal musician mission, we not only achieve flexible, interdisciplinary career options for our graduates, but also expand the artistic landscape and cultivate a community of curious, continuous learners who challenge biases, question assumptions and engage with diverse perspectives—and who navigate nuance and complexity with openness, understanding and empathy.” MORE
Browse previous editions of the Dean’s Downbeat,
a regular communiqué from Dean John Davis.
Two new resources for music parents and audiences (June 20, 2024, Sharps & Flatirons)
We love that Stephanie Bonjack—who provides leadership and direction for the services, collections and personnel at our Howard B. Waltz Music Library—has developed “Music on the Front Range,” a guide and starting point for musicians seeking performing opportunities, composers looking for ensembles that commission new works, parents seeking music programs for their children and community members wanting to participate in music making.
Harpsichordist Lillian Gordis Opens Five Cities Baroque Festival with All-Bach Recital (May 23, 2024, Illinois Public Media)
We’re excited to welcome Lillian Gordis as assistant professor of harpsichord this fall!
Liberal Arts Microcredentials on the Rise (May 8, 2024, Inside Higher Ed)
A terrific article spotlighting the crux of the College of Music’s universal musician mission!
John Davis, dean of the College of Music at the University of Colorado Boulder, finds that today’s music students want more than a traditional music education. [...] To meet that demand, the College of Music has developed a set of microcredentials in recent years.