College of the Arts
College of the Arts Departments and Schools
Community Partnerships
Discover how the College of the Arts is making a difference through dynamic partnerships with our local communities.
Royal Shakespeare Company Residency
The College of the Arts is thrilled to announce a three-year pilot program with RSC Learning (RSC’s educational arm) that will pave the way to establishing a long-term partnership, aligning the two organizations’ mutual dedication to unlocking the transformative power of Shakespeare and theatre practice.
A Center for Excellence
We are a state-designated “Center of Excellence in the Arts,” with national accreditation in all arts disciplines.
PEAK Performances
PEAK Performances brings professional artists of uncommon imagination together with audiences of adventuresome spirits to create a deeper connection to the arts.
University Galleries
The University Galleries brings together ideas, perspectives, and dialogues to foster curiosity and shared understandings through art. The University Galleries presents diverse and inclusive exhibitions and programs creating connections that unite the campus experience with the local and global community.
News and Announcements
- International Collaboration Sparks CreativityStudents from the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design Participate in Creative Thinking ResidencyMonday July 7, 2025
- Montclair Professor Among 31 Students Who Received Mentor’s Final Gift: Her Life SavingsNicole Archer reflects on the lasting influence of her professor who left her life savings to former students – including Archer – and shaped her teaching, research and passion for opening minds and critical thinkingTuesday May 20, 2025
- L'Atelier Montclair: Threaded Awakening2025 Fashion Show Hosted by the Department of Art and DesignTuesday May 6, 2025
- marcus d. harvey Played the Role of "Reggie"in Dominique Morrisea's Skeleton Crew Friday May 2, 2025
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