News: Department of Film

New College of Fine Arts dean says the creative work of faculty members can inspire students and help ºÚÁÏÍø find its way into the Top Tier.

Four newly minted grads will be recognized by ºÚÁÏÍø President Len Jessup during Saturday's commencement for their academic and research excellence.

Film professor Brett Levner leaves behind reality TV to fight the very real issue of underage sex trafficking.

This year's ceremony honors Dr. Keith Boman, arts advocate; Gary Nelson, director; and Paul Curtis Steelman, architect.

The new season includes the acclaimed Charles Vanda Master Series, The Allegro Guitar Series, and ºÚÁÏÍø Chamber Music Series.

The March 27 event also recognizes Dean’s Medal Recipient June Brennan and Fine Arts Alumnus of the Year Ronnie Vannucci.

Awarded by the Arts and Humanities Foundation, the Umhoefer Prize honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the humanities.


Film department administrative assistant Adriana Burnett recently was named President's Classified Rookie of the Year. Read about what brought her to ºÚÁÏÍø and what she has contributed during her first year on campus.
Administrative assistant Pirro Dollani recently was named President’s Classified Employee of the Year. Read about what he contributed to ºÚÁÏÍø even while facing the challenge of a lifetime.


The ºÚÁÏÍø Department of Film and Cox Communications Las Vegas will host the Cox Channel 96/ºÚÁÏÍø Student Film Festival Sept. 4 - Sept. 22.