The arts management program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, which was established in 1988, is the oldest undergraduate program of its kind in the state. It was recently ranked tops in the state, fourth in the Midwest and in the top 25 in the nation on best-art-colleges.com. Arts management combines skills in business, communication and the arts to promote all facets of the arts. Unlike other programs in the Department of Theatre and Dance, Arts Management requires no audition or interview for admission. However, the coordinator is always pleased to discuss the program with prospective students; contact
joconnel@uwsp.edu.
Explore Career Opportunities in Arts Management
Arts management combines skills in business, communication and the arts to promote all facets of the arts. Arts managers are responsible for financing and marketing, developing programs, managing facilities, writing grants, and managing personnel to support artists and arts agencies. Career options include:
- Gallery Director
- Event/Venue Manager
- Curator
- Project Manager
- Development and Fundraising Director
- Event Marketeer/Promoter
- Music Manager
- Theatre and Dance Promotion and Casting
Get Involved on Campus
UW-Stevens Point offers a wide range of media opportunities on campus for students to become involved with. Arts Managment student opportunies include:
More opportunities can be found on the Stevens Point Involvement Network (SPIN).
Gain Experience Outside the Classroom
Internships are required for arts management majors. Each student must complete two, two-credit internships and a 12-credit externship. Internships typically are done locally and might include:
Externships are completed while working full-time for an arts organization outside of Stevens Point. Students also may elect to complete this requirement through UW-Stevens Point’s London externship program.
Meet your Arts Management Professors
UW-Stevens Point’s has a great student-to-teacher ratio which means that majors receive excellent guidance and mentoring that supports personal and academic success. Faculty members are accessible and happy to help majors get the most out of their educational experience. Meet your professors!