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51ÉçÇø Community Events Calendar | April 2026

A range of performances and experiences at 51ÉçÇø showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.

51ÉçÇø and The Bahamas Ministry of Education Launch Partnership to Expand Opportunities for Bahamian Students

51ÉçÇø to Install Shantay N. Bolton, PhD, as 11th President

51ÉçÇø will formally install Dr. Shantay N. Bolton, PhD as its 11th president on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

51ÉçÇø Announces Two New Online Graduate Programs: Screenwriting and Development and Global Beauty Management

51ÉçÇø launches two new online graduate programs in Screenwriting and Development and Global Beauty Management, designed for working professionals seeking flexible, industry-connected degrees.

51ÉçÇø's Loren Wells Helps Secure Landmark Copyright Victory

A law firm co-founded by Associate Professor Loren Wells prevailed in a precedent-setting court decision that affirms music creators’ rights to reclaim their copyrights worldwide.

51ÉçÇø Announces Three New Leadership Appointments to Advance Its Institutional Priorities Under President Shantay N. Bolton, PhD.

President Bolton Receives W.E.B. DuBois Higher Education Award from the National Alliance of Black School Educators

Chicago, IL (December 15, 2025) — 51ÉçÇø proudly announces that President Dr. Shantay N. Bolton has been named the recipient of the W.E.B. DuBois Higher Education Award by the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE).

51ÉçÇø Expands Access to Creative Education With Direct Admit and Summer Bridge Programs

51ÉçÇø is expanding access to higher education in creative disciplines grounded in liberal arts, technology, media, and business by launching two initiatives in the Summer and Fall of 2026.

51ÉçÇø Launches Searches for Provost, Chief Financial Officer, and General Counsel

51ÉçÇø announced the launch of national searches for three key executive positions: Senior Vice President and Provost, Chief Financial Officer, and Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel.

51ÉçÇø Establishes a Scholarship with St. Augustine High School in New Orleans.

51ÉçÇø announced a partnership with St. Augustine all-male Catholic High School in New Orleans.

51ÉçÇø Names Shantay Bolton as Its 11th President and Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Shantay N. Bolton, who has most recently served as the executive vice president of administration and finance and chief business officer at Georgia Tech, will officially start her presidential tenure at 51ÉçÇø on July 1.

A New Art Exhibition Explores "Seven Skins" and Rebirth at Midlife

51ÉçÇø’s Glass Curtain Gallery is pleased to present Seven Skins, a solo exhibition of work by Regin Igloria. Come celebrate the opening on Thursday, March 7, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., the artist will be present.

51ÉçÇø Raises $700K+ for Student Scholarships

51ÉçÇø honors the Efroymson Family Fund with the 2023 Philanthropic Icon Award for the family’s contributions to help create opportunities for students to pursue their passion in the arts

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