Artistic and academic scholarship and exploration is central to the mission of the College of Fine Arts.

The work happening within and between the Schools of Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts enhances and impacts the academic discourse at Boston University. It challenges assumptions, forges new paths, and highlights the essential role the arts play in our society.

In this realm of arts-based research, scholarship, and community engagement is where we question, explore, experiment, test, and discover. Research is at the core of Boston University, and the College of Fine Arts practices it every day. It doesn’t happen in isolation. It welcomes outside factors and encourages new perspective. It thrives on connections with our BU colleagues from all disciplines, our neighbors from all corners of our Boston community, and an ever-growing list of professional partners.

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Beyond the three Schools of the College of Fine Arts is an interconnected mosaic of programs and initiatives that augment and enhance the student experience, from pre-college experiences to professional life after BU.

Research & Scholarship

What is research in the context of BU College of Fine Arts? From centers to new work, discover what arts-based research means for the students, faculty, and alumni in the School of Visual Arts, School of Theatre, and School of Music.

Engagement & Events

Opportunities for scholarship, collaboration, and engagement with artists within and beyond BU is paramount to the CFA experience.

Faculty Publications

In addition to their duties as educators and researchers, Boston University faculty are also accomplished, award-winning authors across nearly every discipline. Find a regularly updated listing of books authored or edited by CFA faculty, along with links for learning more about each publication.

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Our Stories

Recent news from the CFA community of artists on their research, scholarship, professional work, and community engagement.

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CFA Research & Scholarship In The News

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CFA Events

Check out our calendar of events to learn about upcoming lectures, workshops, productions, and exhibitions

Arts BU Art Galleries BU Tanglewood Institute

BU Tanglewood Institute Monthly Chamber Music Reading Party

Day: Thursday Jan 8th Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm Faye G., Jo, and James Stone Gallery
Arts BU Art Galleries

Labor of Luxury: Embroidery from India to the World

Day: Tuesday Jan 20th Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm Faye G., Jo, and James Stone Gallery
Visual Arts Alumni BU Art Galleries

Richard Raiselis: Landscapes Near Me

Day: Tuesday Jan 20th Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm 808 Gallery
Theatre Arts

Senior Acting Thesis: Pod 1

Day: Saturday Jan 24th Time: 7:30pm - 9:00pm David Copeland Blackbox Theatre
CFA Student Events Arts

Healthy Sleep: DIY Aroma Therapy

Day: Tuesday Jan 27th Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm CFA Student Lounge
Arts Music

Idea to Impact: Aligning Your Artistry with Opportunity

Day: Wednesday Jan 28th Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm CFA 165
Arts Music Ensembles

BU Center for New Music: Jessie Montgomery Showcase Concert featuring BU Faculty and Student Performers

Day: Friday Jan 30th Time: 8:00pm - 9:00pm CFA Concert Hall
Theatre Arts

Senior Acting Thesis: Pod 2

Day: Saturday Jan 31st Time: 7:30pm - 9:00pm David Copeland Blackbox Theatre
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