Melinda Jean Myers (2012 MFA) is among seven recipients of the prestigious faculty awards given at the time of their promotion. Myers was promoted to associate professor with tenure and named a recipient of the CLAS Dean's Scholar Award.

The "Sound and Color Dance" will take place on May 30th in the ambiance of the defunct Büsgen ribbon weaving mill in Barmen, Germany. Participating as a choreographer, UI dance Assistant Professor Stephanie Miracle is currently a visiting professor at the Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen.