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College of Visual & Performing Arts at UMass Dartmouth
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Graduate Programs
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CVPA program is one of three recognized nationwide
Events
Events
Sep
1
8:00AM
Academic year commences
The academic year begins.
Sep
2
8:00AM
Labor Day - no classes
Labor Day, no classes today.
Sep
3
10:45AM
Convocation
Convocation is a ceremony that celebrates the beginning of the academic year and welcomes our new students to campus.
Sep
4
Classes Begin
Fall 2024 14-week full session classes begin.
Sep
4
Classes Begin
Fall 2024 Accelerated Nursing Session 1 classes begin.
Sep
4
Classes Begin
Fall 2024 First 5-week session MLT-MLS Program classes begin.