College of Visual & Performing Arts Feature Stories

At the UMass Dartmouth College of Visual & Performing Arts (CVPA), we celebrate the creativity and achievements of our students and faculty. Explore inspiring stories about innovative projects, artistic expression, and global experiences. Discover how CVPA nurtures talent and prepares students for successful careers in the arts.

Alison Wells: Art influenced by New Bedford's culture & community

Alison Wells, MFA '07 set her roots in downtown New Bedford, recently named a "Top 10 Creative City."
Christopher Rogers working at loom
Christopher Rogers: Textile Design/Fiber Art student

Christopher Rogers '18 recently received two textile scholarships and is preparing for a semester abroad.

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Three UMass Dartmouth alumni receive awards from the Massachusetts Art Education Association (MAEA)

UMass Dartmouth welcomes Pedro Pires, President Emeritus of Cape Verde

Pires served as the country's first prime minister prior to his presidency and is celebrated for his role in making Cape Verde a “model of democracy, stability, and increased prosperity."
Adrien Mercier: Degree in Art History led to position as gallery director

Hera Gallery director Adrien Mercier '15 says his CVPA classes prepared him for a successful career.
Art All State 2016
Art All-State provides a glimpse of life as a practicing artist

CVPA welcomed 145 of the state's most creative high school students for a weekend of intensive art-making.
Emily Moreau
Emily Moreau '17: Research on UMassD architecture

After learning about perspective in her media techniques class, Emily Moreau '17 is pursuing an independent study of architecture.
Breanna Labelle: Creating art through code

Breanna Labelle '16 transferred to UMassD after discovering CVPA's Design Department.
Cuong A Sy - MFA Artisanry - CVPA
Cuong Abel Sy: Exponential growth as an artist and a person

Cuong Abel Sy MFA '16 explored personal identity in his artisanry thesis, a series of bronze, gold, and silver necklaces.
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Victoria Arons: Sharing love of art as a teacher

Victoria Arons '16 credits the College of Visual and Performing Arts' foundations program for transforming her into a well-rounded artist.
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Weaving with Light Exhibition SOFA Chicago

College of Visual & Performing Arts SOFA CHICAGO 2015 installation to be showcased at Campus Gallery
EYA 2016 – Emerging Young Artists 2016 Invitational Exhibition