Artistic and academic scholarship and exploration is central to the mission of the College of Fine Arts.

The work happening within and between the Schools of Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts enhances and impacts the academic discourse at Boston University. It challenges assumptions, forges new paths, and highlights the essential role the arts play in our society.

In this realm of arts-based research, scholarship, and community engagement is where we question, explore, experiment, test, and discover. Research is at the core of Boston University, and the College of Fine Arts practices it every day. It doesn’t happen in isolation. It welcomes outside factors and encourages new perspective. It thrives on connections with our BU colleagues from all disciplines, our neighbors from all corners of our Boston community, and an ever-growing list of professional partners.

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Beyond the three Schools of the College of Fine Arts is an interconnected mosaic of programs and initiatives that augment and enhance the student experience, from pre-college experiences to professional life after BU.

Research & Scholarship

What is research in the context of BU College of Fine Arts? From centers to new work, discover what arts-based research means for the students, faculty, and alumni in the School of Visual Arts, School of Theatre, and School of Music.

Engagement & Events

Opportunities for scholarship, collaboration, and engagement with artists within and beyond BU is paramount to the CFA experience.

Faculty Publications

In addition to their duties as educators and researchers, Boston University faculty are also accomplished, award-winning authors across nearly every discipline. Find a regularly updated listing of books authored or edited by CFA faculty, along with links for learning more about each publication.

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Our Stories

Recent news from the CFA community of artists on their research, scholarship, professional work, and community engagement.

In a modern gallery space, a bearded man wearing glasses, a brown blazer, and jeans points to and discusses artwork displayed on white walls. Several visitors—seen from behind—observe the exhibition, which includes photographs and mixed-media pieces. The geometric floor features tan and dark tones, and natural light illuminates the contemporary art installation.
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Creatives in Practice: Marc Schepens

The Boston University School of Visual Arts Director recently had his work displayed at the David Shelton Gallery in Houston, Texas

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CFA Events

Check out our calendar of events to learn about upcoming lectures, workshops, productions, and exhibitions

Visual BU Art Galleries

Tuesday Night Lecture Series: Josephine Halvorson

Day: Tuesday Nov 3rd Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts Music

Breaking Barriers: Creativity, Identity, and Social Change

Day: Wednesday Nov 4th Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground
Arts Music

Richmond Piano Competition Winner's Recital

Day: Thursday Nov 5th Time: 7:30pm - 9:00pm Tsai Performance Center
Theatre Arts

The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window

Day: Thursday Nov 5th Time: 7:30pm - 10:15pm Studio ONE
CFA Student Events

CFA First-Gen Lunch

Day: Friday Nov 6th Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm CFA Student Lounge
Arts BU Office for the Arts

First Friday: Embroidery & Pizza

Day: Friday Nov 6th Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm BU Office for the Arts, Suite 201
Arts Music

Ketty Nez Album Release Concert

Day: Friday Nov 6th Time: 8:00pm - 9:30pm CFA Concert Hall
Theatre Arts

The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window

Day: Saturday Nov 7th Time: 2:00pm - 4:45pm Studio ONE
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