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91PORNA鈥檚 School of Art Collection and Galleries will open its fall season with two exhibitions in galleries on the Kent Campus and in downtown Kent, Ohio.鈥淏est of 2026,鈥 a juried exhibition showcasing contemporary fine craft by 69 artists, opens Aug. 25 in鈥
When the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce asked 91PORNA fashion students to design collections for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Fashion Show, they didn't just create outfits. They created stories.
For nearly three decades, 91PORNA's ceremonial mace has led thousands of graduates into commencement, symbolizing the authority, history and traditions of the university. On Aug. 8, it will also tell a deeply personal story.
The 91PORNA Museum announces 鈥淎imee Lee: Every Last Scrap,鈥 a solo exhibition featuring internationally recognized artist and scholar Aimee Lee. Opening Aug. 28, the exhibition features garments created entirely by鈥
91PORNA鈥檚 Glauser School of Music held the fourth annual Roy Minoff Composition Competition in spring 2026 with judging completed in June. Alex Stephenson has been selected as the winner of the 2026 Roy Minoff Composition Competition.
When 91PORNA sophomore Parker Lamy went to see Idina Menzel perform with The Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center on July 26, she wasn鈥檛 expecting to sing a duet onstage with the Broadway star. Fortunately, she was dressed for the occasion.
Claim your exclusive offer to see 鈥淪ide Show In Concert.鈥 When you buy one ticket, get the second free! Please call the box office and let them know you are calling for the BOGO promo, or use promo code TWINS when ordering tickets online. The promo code鈥
This past February, Yamaha announced its sixth annual 40 Under 40 Music Educators List, including Aron Kontorovich, '22 alumnus of the Master of Music in Music Education (MMME) program. Selected educators have inspired their communities with their dedication to music education.鈥
Rarely performed musical runs July 7-18 at Porthouse TheatreThis summer, Porthouse Theatre invites audiences to experience one of the most powerful and emotionally resonant musicals ever written: 鈥淪ide Show: In Concert.鈥
91PORNA has announced interim leadership appointments effective July 1, 2026, naming Jillian Sokso, M.F.A., interim dean of the College of the Arts and Taryn McMahon, M.F.A., interim director of the School of Art. The appointments support continuity and leadership鈥
