Fine Arts

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Talent and creativity are on display everywhere on the SBU campus. SBU has a wide variety of fine arts programs from art to theater to music. And Maddie is gonna tell us about all these opportunities. She’s a Music Education major from Colorado Springs, Colorado, who wants to be a music therapist. Take it away, Maddie.

– Thank you Alex,, hello, everyone. Growing up in a big city definitely had its perks, but I knew when I wanted to go to college, I wanted it to be personal. Transitioning from a big city in Colorado to a smaller town in Missouri was a little challenging, but so incredibly worth it. The professors at Southwest Baptist University make your academics personal and care about you for you. I even get to play the trombone with president Nelson. With the smaller class sizes, everyone gets to know each other on a deeper level and it elevates the classroom experience. The fine arts programs welcome everyone, which allows for a variety of talent or commitment. You do not have to be a fine arts major to be involved. For every area of the fine arts programs, whether it’s art, theater or music, the goal is to encourage students as artists and teach them how to find their talent. Coming into college, I had a general idea of what I wanted to do. I am currently studying music education with the intent to go into music therapy. I’ve had the opportunity to go into nearby schools, to work with band programs and observe how they incorporate special needs students into their music programs. There are so many activities for students in the fine arts programs, from musicals, plays, art exhibits, jazz band, orchestra, wind symphony, and even the university band. There truly is something for everyone. SBU has turned my dreams into a reality. I get the chance to apply what I’ve learned in the classroom and I have loved every minute of it. I encourage you wherever you end up to push yourself out of your comfort zone and be invested in the fine arts programs. Thanks everyone, and back to you, Alex.

– Thank you, Maddie. You are going to be a great music therapist. Everyone at SBU can be involved in the fine arts, adding to an already rich college experience. Students can also attend fine arts events for free or at a reduced cost, further making the arts accessible to everybody here. Thanks again Maddie.