Elements of Art
July 9, 2019 at 9:45am

Blue Connection Artist-in-Residence uses painting to draw out emotions

Blue Connection, Millikin University's student-run retail art gallery located in downtown Decatur, Ill., is a space that has helped define Stephen Gardner's college experience.

Project A Cappella teaches a unifying tone
June 21, 2019 at 9:30am

Members of Dissonance share love of a cappella with campers

Millikin University a cappella group Dissonance was started for not just the idea of competing against other a cappella groups, but for educating music and for the love of performing.

The group also knows the importance of enriching the community through performance, and their summer camp "Project A Cappella" speaks to that in many ways.

Millikin graduate on a mission to teach students how to create music
June 14, 2019 at 11:00am

Summer program at Millikin teaches hip-hop music

Many might assume that summertime at most universities can be a quiet time as classes have wrapped up and graduation ceremonies are taking place – this isn't the case at Millikin University.

Even though most students are gone for the summer, the Millikin campus community is staying active with different camps, conferences, workshops and immersion courses.

Millikin music professor becomes first performer at new amphitheater
May 29, 2019 at 1:45pm

Dr. Mark Tonelli performs alongside Lexi Walker at Devon Amphitheater grand opening

The Decatur (Ill.) community celebrated the grand opening of the Devon G. Buffet Amphitheater at Nelson Park during Memorial Day Weekend. The performing arts facility, made possible by a generous donation by the Buffett Foundation, is a destination for live, outdoor entertainment during the summer months. 

Various Voices
May 24, 2019 at 9:45am

Millikin theatre students team up with WJMU to develop voiceover skills

A career in voiceover work could lead to many exciting and creative opportunities for performers, including different kinds of projects, from audiobooks to animations.

Leaving a Legacy
May 20, 2019 at 1:15pm

New Millikin graduates told "Now is Your Time"

Gabby Catlin stood at the podium in front of a packed Decatur Civic Center, overlooking more than 300 graduates at Millikin University's 115th commencement ceremony and asked, "What legacy are you leaving behind?"

Images in Motion: Arts Technology Department presents first film festival
May 14, 2019 at 3:30pm

Millikin students showcase short films and animations

Teams of filmmakers and animators were given a unique opportunity to create and exhibit their work at Millikin University's first "Images in Motion" film festival, presented by Millikin's Arts Technology Department. The film festival was held April 26 on Millikin's campus at Albert Taylor Theatre.

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