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Professor Derek Reid and Dance Performance student Scholar Idjagboro discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.

Butler University’s Jordan College of the Arts is launching a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting in fall 2023. The curriculum is specifically intended for the serious undergraduate student seeking deep actor training that is complemented and supported by production experiences in all aspects of theatre. The BFA in Acting is offered through Butler University’s […]

As a college student studying music at the University of Illinois, Butler University Bassoon Professor Doug Spaniol dreamed of becoming a rock star. After winning an audition for a full-time summer job playing electric bass at Busch Gardens amusement park in Virginia, he felt well on his way to accomplishing his goal. But upon returning […]

Since 1947, Butler students have been able to formally study theatre and earn what Chair Diane Timmerman calls “the most practical degree at the University.” 

The Bud Kerwin Jordan College of the Arts Dance Scholarship During a reunion in October 2017, a group of Butler Ballet alumni from the 1970s and early ’80s decided they wanted to honor one of their favorite professors, Bud Kerwin, by creating a scholarship in his name. Imagine their surprise when they found out that […]

Cody Estep was impressed by the versatility of Jordan College of the Arts and its Theatre and Arts Administration programs.

The Butler grad creates and educates across mediums—including graphic art, song, and viral TikToks about mushrooms

Butler’s partnership with the Indianapolis Shakespeare Company provides students with professional connections and experiential opportunities

The JCA’s Music Education program was Tim Reed’s dream, and the Butler Tuition Guarantee made it possible

The Associate Provost and Professor of Dance has spent her career shaping arts programs on campus and across Indy

The Butler Arts Administration grad serves as Events and Catering Manager at Indy’s new artisan marketplace and food hall

Institutions partner to create seamless pathways for Business and Art + Design bachelor’s degrees