CSU College of Arts & Sciences

06/23/2026

CSU Music Major Gets a Surprise on the Kelly Clarkson Show

Cleveland State University junior Kayla Selan, a music major in the School of Music, will have a remarkable story to tell for years to come. Recently invited to appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show to discuss her journey toward a career in conducting, Selan expected an opportunity to share her passion with a national audience.

Instead, she received the surprise of a lifetime — an opportunity that could help shape the next chapter of her musical career.

https://ow.ly/ablt50ZfPGJ

06/17/2026

With summer in full swing, we're looking back at some of the most memorable guests from the past two seasons of Viking Voices:

Today, the spotlight is on Prester Pickett, coordinator of the Howard A. Mims African-American Cultural Center.

https://ow.ly/YLy150ZcSIB

06/06/2026

06/03/2026

CSU School of Music Professor Receives High Praise

After many years of work, Cleveland State University School of Music professor Andrew Rindfleisch has reached the pinnacle. Rindfleisch was named a runner-up in the Pulitzer Prize for Music for his work “American Descent,” a 30-minute, five-movement piece scored for a 13-player sinfonietta that he completed last semester.

https://ow.ly/Zs0350Z7cIJ

06/03/2026

FREE MOVIES FOR CSU School of Film & Media Arts STUDENTS!

Happy summer, FMA!

We have free tickets for ALL CSU students available for three upcoming screenings at the Cleveland Cinematheque, funded by a generous gift to our program. We have 20 tickets available for each film, so claim yours while they last!

Hundreds of Beavers - June 6 | 9:05 PM
Umberto D. - June 14 | 4:20 PM
The Wrong Man - June 21 | 5:00 PM

To reserve a ticket, simply add your name to the sign-up sheet:

https://csuohio-my.sharepoint.com/:x:/g/personal/2505708_csuohio_edu/IQDvM40Uijh0SoPcVxLDjKQwAWySFUxSTZBKDlIE5_lRRqg?e=UAyg1W

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Hope to see you at the movies!

06/02/2026

Rediscovering Cleveland Sci-Fi Author Andre Norton with Dr. Jeff Karem

Andre Norton is one of the pivotal figures in the history of science fiction and fantasy and remains eminently relevant for modern readers. Don Boozer (Cleveland Public Library) was joined by Dr. Jeff Karem, (CSU-English) to illuminate the life and work and Andre Norton. (pictured is Dr. Jeff Karem)

https://ow.ly/3yb150Z6K2Q

05/21/2026

On April 22, CSU students, along with their families and friends, enjoyed learning about Hungarian traditional music with the Harmonia Band and trying folk dances with László Tihanyi at the event. Organized by the Hungarian Program in the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at CSU, the event featured live music from a professional band, as well as a demo workshop on Hungarian folk music and a folk dance lesson led by a trained instructor. Students and their friends also organized a Hungarian ethnic potluck with hot food and desserts.

Dr. Krisztina Fehér
Visiting Lecturer
Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

https://ow.ly/ORNU50Z2SH0

05/12/2026

CSU Named an Age-Friendly University

In the latest Viking Voices Extra, University Marketing's Matt Lupica talks with Eric Allard, Chair and Professor of psychology, and Mary Milidonis, Associate Professor of physical therapy about what it means for CSU to be recognized as an age-friendly institution.

https://artsandsciences.csuohio.edu/news/psychology/csu-named-age-friendly-university

05/06/2026

Today is the day! 🎬 The School of Film & Media Arts invites you to experience the creativity and talent of our students at the 5th annual FMA Student Film Festival, TONIGHT at 6 p.m. in Waetjen Auditorium. Admission is FREE and open to everyone—bring your friends and be inspired!

04/30/2026

Lights, camera, action! 🎬 The School of Film & Media Arts invites you to experience the creativity and talent of our students at the 5th annual FMA Student Film Festival. Join us Wednesday, May 6 at 6 p.m. in Waetjen Auditorium for an unforgettable evening of original films. Admission is FREE and open to everyone—bring your friends and be inspired!