Emerson Contemporary is hosting a ‘Come Make Your Own Art’ Party! It is open to all students and includes coloring and collaging, as well as pizza. If you are in need of a little creative outlet, this is the place for you. Join in on December 4th, from 6pm-8pm, at the Media Art Gallery. 🎨 🧑‍🎨

Emerson College will be taking over the Museum of Science (MoS) this Saturday, 10am - 4pm, celebrating the many ways Emerson students are exploring what it means to Be Human in a rapidly changing world. Visit the MoS website for tickets and more information.

Join Boston College Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Kulez at 4 pm tomorrow for a WLP Scholar Series drawing from his manuscript, “Literary Edibles: How Cuban and Brazilian Authors Undo Food and Identity.” Dr. Kulez will discuss Cuban aesthetics of hunger during and after the Special Period (1991-2000).

We’re proud to share that Professor Emerita Tulasi Srinivas of the Marlboro Institute has been awarded a research assistance grant from the Urban Communication Foundation for her project “A Goods World: Space and Consumption in Boston’s South Asian Community.”

Comedic Arts student, Ella Shipman ‘27, shared her passion for the user-driven website Setlist.fm with the New York Times. She described her love for the website and its usefulness in preparing for the Taylor Swift concert. We love to see our students sharing their thoughts to the world!

Join WLP Affiliated Faculty Danielle Drees and discover how feminist artists use sleep as a form of quiet resistance in performance art. This will be a virtual talk for Cambridge University's Women's Art Collection. RSVP via the link in bio for Friday, November 14, 1:30 - 2:30 pm EST.

WLP Affiliated Professor Alysia Abbott’s “Fairyland: A Memoir of My Father” was recently adapted into a movie of the same name by Oscar-winning producer Sofia Coppola and director Andrew Durham and premiered in theaters this October. Congratulations to Abbott and the cast and crew of “Fairyland”!

Where’s your favorite spot to get lost in a good book on campus? Share your go-to reading nook in the comments, we’re always looking for the coziest corners of campus to share with #TourTuesday!

Emerson alum Kai Tshikosi ’15 began in theater as a child at the Boston Children’s Opera. Now he is playing Hercules Mulligan and James Madison on the award-winning musical “Hamilton” in Boston this fall! Attend the performance through November 2 at the Citizens Opera House.

Join us in celebrating Emerson alum Allie Tagle-Dokus (’15) as she launches her DEBUT NOVEL Lucky Girl, an exhilarating, dark humor story about childhood fame, ambition, and the messy beauty of forgiveness.

Showcase your creativity with us! We’re accepting submissions of poetry, paintings, sculptures, photography, short stories, and more. Selected works will be featured on our Instagram. Submit through the link in our bio!

Emerson Contemporary presents Assistant Professor and Sound Artist Amber Vistein, Artist and Experimental Musician Erik DeLuca, and Interdisciplinary Artist Wenran Zhao as they explore experimentation, sonic textures, and presence. The event will be held tonight, 6pm-8pm, at the Media Art Gallery.

Associate Professor Nathaniel Justiniano stars in the New England premiere of the beautiful land I seek, a satirical, fantastical play inspired by a 1950 assassination attempt tied to Puerto Rican independence. Oct 31–Nov 16 in Chelsea. Tickets & discounts at the link!

WLP Assistant Professor and popular fiction expert Kirsten Imani Kasai was asked to share her perspective on femgore for a piece in the Boston Globe! This sub-genre is rapidly gaining popularity and offers a new perspective on horror.

Questioning which big city is best for you? Join a virtual panel of Emerson Alums, all working in the creative, media, and entertainment industries in New York City or Los Angeles. The panel takes place on Nov. 3rd, 9pm-10pm EST. Sign up link in our bio.

Performing Arts’ Senior Distinguished Director-in-Residence Melia Bensussen and Senior Artist-in-Residence Ted Hewlett present their most recent project with Hartford Stage, Rope. Both valued members of the SOA, we are proud to see them shine as Director and Fight Director of this production.

Performing Arts Professor Sariva Goetz is featured in The Theater Times for her groundbreaking work documenting women and nonbinary Broadway conductors. From the pit to a data-driven timeline, her project honors trailblazers and inspires future leaders. Read more at the link in bio!

The Teach-In on Sustainability last week featured workshops and panels on climate comedy, foreign policy, sustainability narratives, and much more. However, the efforts towards sustainability don’t end there. Check out more ways to participate in sustainable practices on campus!

Did you know? Many of Emerson’s most memorable stage sets are welded together by students. In Emerson’s welding shop beneath the Paramount Center, Theatre Design/Technology students transform steel into set pieces that make shows safe, sturdy, and stage-ready.

Emerson’s WLP faculty are headed to the Boston Book Festival!

WLP Affiliated Faculty Jess Zafarris’s book “Useless Etymology” travels through time to unlock the beauty, wonder, and absurdity in everyday English words. This Wednesday, join Zafarris in conversation with WLP Assistant Professor Sarah Cole at Porter Square Books, Cambridge at 7pm.

Family and Friends Weekend 2025 kicks off today! We can’t wait to welcome our community to campus for a weekend full of connection, creativity, and fall fun. What are you most excited for? The Faculty Showcase, the big EmStage musical, or exploring Boston in autumn? Tell us below!

Two mythic figures. Two cautionary tales. Professor Beth Osnes-Stoedefalke and PA Assistant Professor Matt McMahan explore how comedy and storytelling can shape our understanding of climate change and the power of hope through humor. Thursday, October 16 | 4–5 p.m. | Semel Theater, Tufte PPC

Happy International E-Waste Day! E-waste can be disposed of at the IT Help Desk on the 4th floor of the Walker Building. Batteries can be discarded in the designated clear cylinder bins. Do your part by disposing of your e-waste correctly. You can find more information on the link in our bio.

Today, we honor the Massachusett Tribe, on whose ancestral and unceded lands Emerson stands. Land acknowledgements are just the beginning, an invitation to learn, listen, and take meaningful action. Learn more and explore ways to support Indigenous voices and organizations at the link in bio.

In theme with spooky season, join WLP Sr Lecturer II and FYWP Director Steve Himmer in conversation with author Amber Sparks on her debut novel, “Happy People Don't Live Here”, next Thursday. More details about the event can be found on Harvard Book Store’s website.

Founded by Elma Lewis ’43, the National Center of Afro-American Artists provides a platform for established, new, and underrepresented artists of the African diaspora. We are proud to share that Akiba Abaka, MFA ’24 has been named the Interim Executive Director of the NCAAA. Congratulations, Akiba!

Join Case Kerns, MFA ’13 in conversation with Laura Van Den Berg, MFA ’08 this evening for a reading and conversation about Kerns's recent novel, "Habitat", and balancing writing with life. The event will be in the Thompson Room at Harvard University.

We are proud to announce that Jonathan Stuart Cerullo ’82, MA'23, will be honored at the Emerson Alumni Awards during Alumni Weekend, September 26–28. His credits include Cats, Sweet Charity, Anna Karenina, and the recent Off-Broadway premiere of Mr. Puppy, The Musical.

Emerson Contemporary invites you to experience Boston’s history through artist-led walking tours as part of Hidden Histories, a series of four public art projects reimagining Boston’s monuments. Head over to the Boston Common Visitors Center for the first walking tour starting at noon today!

Mallory Marlow (pen name) MFA ‘17 has released her second book Love at First Sighting with the help of fellow alumni and Penguin Random House Associate Editor Mary Baker ‘17. She is a USA Today Bestselling Author whose books are filled with twists and turns. We are proud to see them thriving.

The relationship between higher education, the arts, and AI is an active conversation at Emerson. SOA faculty have been engaging with AI, not just at the policy level but also in its role within their larger disciplines. Take a look at some of their panels and projects investigating AI.

We’re proud to announce that Leonie Bradbury, Distinguished Curator-in-Residence of Emerson Contemporary, has been accepted into the highly competitive Arteles Artist Residency in Finland for January 2026. We look forward to seeing what she creates during this exciting opportunity.

Emerson College Master Classes: Michael Mendenhall '84 In conversation with author and Assistant Professor Pelin Kivrak, Michael Mendenhall ‘84 will discuss the intersection of AI, art, and the urgency for creators to utilize AI as a co-creator and no longer see it as a threat.

Now Accepting Submissions, The Rod Parker Playwriting Fellowship Award is open to all Emerson College students enrolled in the 2025–2026 academic year! Submit a full-length student play (50–100 pages) for the chance to have your work developed, produced, and performed during NewFest in March 2026

Juniors at the Comedic Arts Comedy Conservatory in LA had the opportunity to meet legendary actors Mary Steenburgen and Ted Danson. In a discussion moderated by Glenn Meehan ’83, they shared their career stories and answered questions about succeeding in the industry. Read more on Emerson Today.

Many congratulations to our alumni on the Emmy wins! We are thrilled and proud of the bold creative work you are doing and the recognition you are receiving for it.

“The Leaving Room” by WLP alumna Amber McBride, MFA ’13 is a novel-in-verse about a girl in between life and death. The book has been longlisted for the National Book Award 2025 in the Young People’s Literature category and will be available to readers on October 14, 2025. Congratulations, Amber!

If you find yourself in a rough patch or just forgot your tech essentials, save this post for some great campus services. You can also check the link in bio for more free/low cost resources!

Emerson Contemporary brings Boston’s untold stories into the spotlight with four public art activations across the city and in AR through the Hoverlay app. On view through October 28 Curated as part of the City of Boston’s Un-Monument Initiative with support from the Mellon Foundation.

Experience Echoes of the Heart, The New England Media Art Biennial, presented in collaboration with Emerson Contemporary. The exhibit features works by Clint Baclawski, Erik DeLuca, Iwalani Kaluhiokalani, Justin Levesque, VHF Studios, and Karlie Zhao. Artist Reception on Thurs, Sept 18, 5–7 pm!

While you navigate classes and seek new opportunities, check out this guide to explore places on campus that support your professional growth! Stay tuned for more.

Emerge is Emerson’s exclusive online career network where students and alumni connect, mentor, and grow together. Think of it as a community just for Emerson, similar to LinkedIn, but built specifically for us. Join today and get matched with a mentor to guide you through the fall semester.

SOA’s Performing Arts offers a variety of programs in theater education, performance, and production along with a thriving theater scene through Emerson Stage. This year, we are thrilled to share that Emerson is ranked #2 by The Princeton Review for Best College Theater! Learn more on our website.

The wait is over, fall classes in Boston start today. Let’s make it a great semester!

Welcome (and welcome back) to all our Emersonians! With the fall semester starting tomorrow, find your way around campus with our Back-to-School Guide. We hope you have a fantastic first week.

Happy Labor Day from the School of the Arts! Here’s to honoring the work that inspires change and creativity every day.

One week until fall semester! Here’s how some Performing Arts students spent the summer. Amelia Duval, Kylee Majkowski, and Emily Barnett ’26 toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre Sydney Hoffman and Zeke Manry ’26 performed in The Lost Colony. Gabriella David ’27, assistant directed Mamma Mia!

We can’t wait to begin the semester with some exciting new changes. The SOA is thrilled to welcome Marlboro Institute as the newest member of the School. We are eager to see students continue to make the most of the liberal arts courses the Institute offers!

Whether you’re new or already part of the community, what’s making you excited to be here this semester? » Plus, experienced Emersonians, if you could talk to yourself on day one, what would you say? Tell us in the replies!