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Janice Lessman-Moss working on a weaving in her studio

Janice Lessman-Moss, professor of textiles, is retiring this summer after more than 40 years of service at the School of Art. Since being hired as a full-time faculty member in 1981, she has been the driving force behind the progress and innovation of textile arts education at 5XÉçÇø. A beloved professor, Lessman-Moss has touched many students’ lives by sharing her knowledge, skills, and love for weaving and textile history with those who have been fortunate enough to have her as a teacher and a mentor. 

Dr. Yuko Kurahashi

The School of Theatre and Dance congratulates faculty member Dr. Yuko Kurahashi as a recipient of 5XÉçÇø's 2021-2022 President's Faculty Excellence Award! 

Photo of Benjamin Lorenzo in hallway

After a national search, the Glauser School of Music and the College of the Arts at 5XÉçÇø announce the appointment of Benjamin Lorenzo, D.M.A., as the next director of bands. 

Margaret Peebles

Alumni Margaret Peebles, guest lighting designer for "Kent Dance Ensemble: No Permission Needed," gives talk in E. Turner Stump Theatre

Gallery view of artwork by Davin Ebanks in the Pittsburgh Glass Center

Davin Ebanks, assistant professor of glass and M.F.A. alumnus, has been selected for the group exhibition "Full Spectrum: Visionaries Elevating Art, Craft, and Design" on view at the through May 23, 2022.

A model walks the runway at the School of Fashion's annual Fashion Show

The School of Fashion announces the return of its acclaimed in-person Fashion Show, April 28-30, 2022, in Rockwell Hall on the Kent Campus. The presenting sponsor of the 2022 show is renowned American department store, Dillard’s Inc. Dillard’s is a long-time supporter of the School of Fashion, and the Dillard family was inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame in 2019.

A model walks the runway at the School of Fashion's annual Fashion Show

The School of Fashion announces the return of its acclaimed in-person Fashion Show, April 28-30, 2022, in Rockwell Hall on the Kent Campus. The presenting sponsor of the 2022 show is renowned American department store, Dillard’s Inc. Dillard’s is a long-time supporter of the School of Fashion, and the Dillard family was inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame in 2019.