What Should Prospective Students Look For On College Tours?

For some students, it’s the moment of ultimate clarity: The second they set foot on campus, they’re hooked. But for others, touring a potential college can be overwhelming. What exactly should you be on the lookout for? And can you really get a feel for the whole college in one day? Dos and Don’ts on […]

Former UCLA Dance Department Chair Allegra Fuller Snyder Dies at 93

Allegra Fuller Snyder, professor emerita and former chair of the department of dance at UCLA, and a founder of the Buckminster Fuller Institute, died July 11 at her apartment in Westbrook, Maine, at the age of 93. The daughter of R. Buckminster Fuller and Anne Hewlett Fuller, Snyder was born in Chicago in 1927. Her […]

The 100 Best Performing Arts Programs: Who Made the Cut?

When I was in high school, I visited the college counselor’s office with other students to talk about what we wanted to major in. One by one, she asked us about our plans. “Teaching? Great, here’s a list of top programs nearby.” “Engineering? Fantastic, check out these resources.” “Dance?” Cue, the chirping crickets. (Thankfully, my […]