Apr 15, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

When an app makes you feel “othered” or pressured into doing something you wouldn’t have done on your own, that is known as deceptive or dark pattern design, and this manipulative practice affects us more often than we realize. CAM Associate Professor Darija Medić's work seeks to expose and counter these deceptive practices.

Apr 30, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

At CU Denver's 29th annual Research and Creative Activities Symposium, several CAM students shared the creative and scholarly work they've engaged in. Spanning film, art history, sculpture, digital design, and recording arts, the presentations highlighted the arts-centric scholarly work happening in CAM.

Apr 28, 2026

(CU Denver News) Syrena Hjelmgren arrived in Denver in fall 2023 with a dream: She wanted to work in the music industry. She also knew she didn’t want to be the person performing on stage. She got a sneak peek of what her future career could look like through opportunities like helping behind the scenes at two national music festivals and attending the official Grammys afterparty—all thanks to her CU Denver education.

Apr 15, 2026

(It's Nice That) - Is design best taught as a trade, an art, or perhaps a combination of both? CAM alum Kathy Pham explores different approaches to teaching design, from studio-based models to liberal arts and public university programs. Drawing from her own experience as a graduate of CAM's digital design program, she reflects on the value of interdisciplinary learning.

Apr 8, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

Faculty members Storm Gloor, Melissa Furness, and Dina Bodaubay are being honored for their exemplary contributions to the college, their respective disciplines, and the students they teach.

Apr 6, 2026

(CU Denver News) Student work is featured in CU Denver's annual juried student exhibition, Guilty, at the Emmanuel Art Gallery.

Mar 25, 2026

(Westword) This year's addition of the Best of Denver features cover art by CAM student Hattie Boyd as well as art created by other CAM students throughout the edition.

Mar 13, 2026

(CU Denver News) Six CAM students traveled to Mexico City in February to experience that city's art week. The students traversed the city, taking in museum and gallery exhibitions of Mexican and international artists. They also embraced cultural and culinary experiences and benefitted from valuable networking experiences and the opportunity to form deep and lasting bonds with one another.

Mar 17, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

Professor Rian Kerrane sees “Ireland in Motion”, which weaves together seven pieces of motion art that range from abstract, to thought-provoking and sobering, to comical, as a “counterbalance that is also a compliment” to the celebratory "Irish spirit" that overtakes people in March.

Feb 25, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

This year the college will honor Molly Casey, Gareth Dunnet Alcocer, Reed Fox, Anna Frick, and Jeff Gipson at its second annual Alumni Night.

Mar 5, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

Sarah Watson's journey to art curation and civic engagement started in the suburbs of Philadelphia where she started making documentary films about punk rock shows. From there, Sarah studied at Syracuse University for her undergrad degree and the City University of New York (CUNY) for two graduate degrees. Sarah went on to hold leadership positions in two of CUNY's colleges. Now she is eager to work with CU Denver students, get to know the arts ecosystem in Denver, and enjoy the great outdoors.

Feb 11, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

Albert Chong's Illuminations & Ruminations is on display in the Emmanuel Art Gallery through March 18, 2026. The exhibition invites visitors to remember and reflect.

Jan 8, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

Last year's Advanced Cinematography class created three video vignettes for the Denver Zoo and Conservation Alliance. The cohort-style of the film & television degree program sees students working on fellow students’ projects, creating a web series together in their junior year, and crafting senior projects that they screen at Cinefest, an annual red-carpet event complete with photographers, awards, and speeches.

Jan 5, 2026 by Megan Briggs Pintel

What can studying abroad do for your arts career? Not only does research indicate students who study abroad have higher rates of graduation compared to those who don't study abroad, it also indicates these students have greater prospects when job hunting.

Jan 5, 2026

(Denver Post) The CU Denver Experience Gallery "blurs the usual rules about how we consume culture by combining different artistic genres. That is especially true with the current exhibition, titled “Dressing Out Loud,” which adds another layer onto the experience with a bit of fashion."

Dec 8, 2025 by Megan Briggs Pintel

CU Denver’s Digital Design program emphasizes experiential learning, giving students hands-on opportunities to collaborate with clients, create interactive projects, and showcase their work publicly. By combining foundational design skills with real-world problem solving the program prepares graduates with versatile portfolios and the ability to adapt to evolving technologies and inclusive design challenges.

Aug 1, 2022 by Megan Briggs Pintel

"My internship has given me the confidence that I can make a living out here and it filled in some gaps about the film industry that I did not learn while in a classroom setting,” says Ashley Vaughn.

Sep 22, 2025

(CU Denver News) The exhibition Ireland Abroad included artwork produced by CU Denver students who went on a month-long study abroad trip to Ireland this summer. The students worked at the Burren College of Art, which is located on the grounds of a 16th-century castle, and explored their new environment through art and performance mediums.

Sep 29, 2025

(CU Denver News) Film & Television instructors David Liban and Christopher Beeson are both celebrating the release of independent films this fall. Liban’s latest project is a short film and dark comedy titled Love Less Likely. Beeson is a documentary filmmaker whose film The Healing Animal spans human and animal mental health and well-being.

Oct 27, 2025 by Megan Briggs Pintel

Nestled within the College of Arts & Media’s (CAM) contemporary Music & Entertainment Industry Studies department, the music business degree track has students studying alongside music performance, recording arts, and singer/songwriting students, giving them ample opportunity to collaborate.