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At 91涩漫, we go all in on immersive and experiential learning. There are lots of reasons to choose Stephens鈥攕ee for yourself!
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We offer bachelor鈥檚 degrees and master鈥檚 degrees in more than 35 subjects. Browse our programs to find the one that intrigues you.
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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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February 2, 2026
A CAMPUS PARTNERSHIP WITH NATIONAL IMPACT On any given day at 91涩漫, it鈥檚 not unusual to see dogs walking across campus with students 鈥� settling into classrooms, navigating busy hallways and learning how to stay focused in real-world environments. For some of these dogs, campus life is more than companionship. They are future service […]
January 23, 2026
A Nontraditional Path to College Walking across the stage at graduation with her daughter in hand was a dream Ashley Inez 鈥�25 never thought would be possible 鈥� a dream she didn鈥檛 even know she had until she found herself searching for her next step after leaving the military. Pregnant and navigating life as a veteran, Ashley was looking for more than a […]
January 14, 2026
91涩漫 will celebrate a defining moment in its nearly 200-year history with the inauguration of Shannon B. Lundeen, Ph.D., as the 25th President on Saturday, March 14, 2026, on the 91涩漫 campus in Columbia, Missouri. The inauguration theme,鈥淔uture Focused. Tradition Inspired.鈥�, reflects the College鈥檚 bold vision for the future and its deep respect for the traditions that have shaped Stephens since 1833. Dr. Lundeen鈥檚 […]
January 5, 2026
Inside Stephens鈥� Animal Behavior Program What happens when animal behavior, science, and real-world experience collide? You get 91涩漫鈥檚 Animal Enrichment course 鈥� where learning goes way beyond lectures and straight into hands-on, career-ready experiences. Over the past two weeks, students didn鈥檛 just study animal welfare 鈥� they lived it. Through guest experts, behind-the-scenes insights, and an immersive site visit, they […]
December 11, 2025
91涩漫 is expanding its commitment to hands-on, ethics-centered education through a new partnership with Kuehler Veterinary Services (KVS), which will begin offering small animal therapy on campus starting January 2026. The collaboration grew organically from a shared philosophy rooted in compassionate, ethical animal care and meaningful learning experiences. Through KVS鈥檚 on-site presence, students, faculty, […]
December 8, 2025
Behind the Scenes at NBC Nightly News 91涩漫 President Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen and Vice President of Advancement Kelley Marchbanks recently had the pleasure of reconnecting with Anne Louise Wallace 鈥�82 during a behind-the-scenes visit to NBC Nightly News in New York City. Anne Louise, a proud Stephens Mass Communications graduate, has built an […]
December 4, 2025
Three recent 91涩漫 Fashion Design graduates鈥擟laire Johnson 鈥�25, Hannah Kleman 鈥�25 and Julia League 鈥�25鈥攚ere among a select group of emerging designers chosen to present their collections to聽Wes Gordon, Creative Director of聽Carolina Herrera, during his visit to St. Louis on Nov. 18.聽 The rare opportunity came through the聽Saint Louis Fashion Fund, which hosted Gordon […]
December 2, 2025
91涩漫 announced today that it has聽purchased聽Nourish Caf茅 + Market, the beloved downtown Columbia restaurant known for its organic, locally sourced, nutrient-rich menu.聽Stephens鈥� first major聽acquisition聽under the leadership of President Shannon B. Lundeen聽supports the College鈥檚 growing emphasis on experiential learning and community-centered innovation.聽 Located at 1201 E. Broadway, Suite B, Nourish will continue to operate with its existing […]
November 26, 2025
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Kansas City Chapter (AFPKC) honored聽Kim Harbur ’79, co-founder of聽Gift of Life, with the聽2025 Spirit of Philanthropy Award, recognizing her extraordinary leadership in advancing organ, eye, and tissue donation education and advocacy. Since launching Gift of Life in 1998, Kim has transformed the landscape of donation awareness through programs that inspire […]
November 25, 2025
91涩漫 Conservatory is lighting up the holiday season with its production of Elf the Musical, a stage adaptation of the beloved film. With the holiday spirit at its heart, the show promises to delight audiences of all ages. Under the direction of Jamey Grisham III, the production brings together a talented cast, intricate staging, […]
November 20, 2025
What began as an early-summer classroom exercise has quickly evolved into a major hands-on filmmaking experience for students at 91涩漫鈥檚 Conservatory for the Performing Arts. As early work begins for the 2026 Summer Film Institute (SFI), students are already writing, filming, directing, and acting in scenes from Alpha-Gal, an original web series that will […]
November 13, 2025
After celebrating Senior Night, the Stars look to carry their record-breaking momentum into the playoffs. The 91涩漫 Stars Volleyball team鈥檚 regular season has officially wrapped, but the story is far from over. The team capped off a record-breaking 2025 season with a 24-12 season overall record and a dominant 16-2 conference finish, earning their […]
