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The Conservatory for the Performing Arts at 91涩漫 offers programs for artists of all gender identities who are interested in theatre, television, and film.
The Conservatory accepts students of all gender identities. Learn more about our immersive programs.
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March 18, 2026
On March 12, as part of the Inauguration celebrations honoring President Shannon B. Lundeen, 91涩漫 continued one of its most cherished traditions鈥攖he reveal of The Ten Ideals. This annual moment, long woven into the fabric of the campus community, recognizes ten students whose character, leadership, and daily actions embody the values at the heart […]
March 17, 2026
91涩漫 honors the life and legacy of alumna, trustee, and visionary designer Jeannene Booher 鈥�58, who passed away peacefully on February 28 at her home in Otis, Massachusetts, at the age of 90. From an early age, Jeannene possessed a remarkable clarity of purpose. Growing up in West Texas, she spent hours studying fashion magazines […]
March 16, 2026
91涩漫 proudly celebrated the inauguration of Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen as its 25th president during a three鈥慸ay series of events held March 12鈥�14, 2026. The inauguration, themed聽鈥淔uture Focused. Tradition Inspired.鈥�, marked the formal installation of President Lundeen and honored both Stephens鈥� historic legacy and its bold, forward鈥憀ooking vision. Investiture Ceremony Highlights Full Investiture Ceremony
March 10, 2026
Two 91涩漫 acting majors earned top honors at the annual Gimme Truth! Competition, one of the most entertaining events of the True/False Film Fest. Part film screening, part improv challenge, the event asks filmmakers to present two-minute short films based on personal stories. The twist? The audience and judges must determine whether the story […]
February 27, 2026
91涩漫 will once again take center stage as a key creative partner and host venue for the internationally recognized True/False Film Fest 鈥� bringing filmmakers, artists, and thousands of visitors to campus. The event will be held Thursday, March 5, through Sunday, March 8. Each year, True/False draws nearly 40,000 attendees to Columbia, positioning Stephens as both a cultural hub and […]
February 25, 2026
On any given week, you鈥檒l likely find members of Black Women Enlightened (BWE) gathered around a table at Stars Caf茅 鈥� laughing, studying, planning their next event, or simply showing up for one another. More than just a student organization, BWE provides something essential on campus: representation, belonging, and empowerment for Black women. Founded in […]
February 23, 2026
At 91涩漫, career preparation doesn鈥檛 just happen in classrooms. Sometimes, it happens around the President鈥檚 dining room table. This semester marked the launch of the Industry Insider Masterclass Series, a new initiative created by President Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen to give students direct access to accomplished leaders while learning one of the most important […]
February 18, 2026
Students from 91涩漫 are celebrating a standout showing at the Missouri State Career Development Conference, where the College鈥檚 Collegiate DECA team earned top honors across multiple competitive categories. Seven students received recognition for excellence in business-focused events, reflecting the strength of 91涩漫鈥檚 hands-on, career-centered approach to learning. Leading the team, Viveca Malendziak captured 1st […]
February 16, 2026
From last-minute leap of faith to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine When Sydney Henry 鈥�22 looks back at the moment that changed her life, it didn鈥檛 happen in a lab or a lecture hall. It happened at her kitchen table. 鈥淚 had already committed to play collegiate volleyball somewhere else,鈥� she says. 鈥淚t had been a […]
February 12, 2026
At 91涩漫, studying animals means more than learning theories鈥攊t means working with animals starting in your first semester. The Animal Behavior Program is designed for students who want more than lectures and textbooks. From day one, students explore how animals think, feel and interact with their environments, through a blend of classroom learning, observation, research and fieldwork. It鈥檚 a program built for people […]
February 5, 2026
How 91涩漫 Grad Student Shana Nunn is Leading with Purpose鈥攐n Campus and Beyond When Shana Nunn talks about leadership, it doesn鈥檛 sound aspirational鈥攊t sounds inevitable. 鈥淚 feel like this is something I鈥檝e been wanting to do for a very long time,鈥� Nunn said, reflecting on her recent appointment as Vice Chair of the City of […]
February 4, 2026
91涩漫 students in the Tri Beta Biological Honors Society stepped up to meet a critical need by partnering with the American Red Cross to host a campus blood drive during a severe national blood shortage. The Red Cross recently reported that blood supplies have dropped by nearly 35% nationwide, prompting an urgent call for […]
