MSUM Alum’s Large-scale Artwork Impacts Lives

Lauren Starling (they/their) graduated from MSUM with a B.A. in criminal justice and psychology in 2017. After their parents passed away, Lauren found a refuge in art. They started painting murals in the tri-state area to bring joy to the community. “People stop by murals and immerse themselves in the art, preoccupation and work are aside for a few minutes,” […]

Putting Theory into Practice

Nearly 3,000 elementary school students experienced live performance at MSUM’s annual Children’s Theatre production. This year, students in AEM 384: Collaborative Production Studio brought to life the original production of Gerda & the Snow Queen’s Spell. Working in every aspect of live performance, they honed skills in audio engineering, sound design, production painting, stage management, and on-stage acting. This hands-on […]