Celebrating 20 Years of CFAM!

The College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) at the University of Nebraska at Omaha has produced and performed an exciting array of accomplishments and events over the past 20 years - more than any other college at UNO which makes us the creative heart of campus.

"We are dedicated to inspiring the creative expression and cultural growth of all of our students. Art and Art History, Communication Studies, Journalism and Media Communication, Music, Theatre and Creative Writing all provide unmatched opportunities, skill development and meaningful experiences for every student while preparing them for their professional fields." Michael L. Hilt, Ph.D. Dean, CFAM

With over 5088 graduates since forming in 2005, CFAM continues to inspire students in the School of the Arts, School of Communication, and School of Music, including KVNO 90.7FM Classical Radio, and UNOTV in fostering, cultivating, and producing some of the best talent in Omaha and the nation.

The closing celebration, which took place on April 23, 2025, featured the world premier of "FEARLESS" a commissioned piece by composer Gala Flagello. Gala is a composer, educator, and nonprofit director whose work is inspired by a passion for lyricism, rhythmic vitality, and fostering meaningful collaboration. Her music, described as “at times endearingly whimsical, at times ominous, but always moving” (Cleveland Classical), resonates with audiences through its emotional depth and dynamic expression.

Read the 20th Anniversary Kick-off Celebration booklet HERE

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APRIL 2025

Wed. 2
WRWS Reading Series, BFA alumna, Susan Aizenberg | UNO Art Gallery | 7:30p

Fri. 4-5
Opera | Strauss Performing Arts Center | Fri & Sat 7:30p

Tue. 8
Middle School Honor Choir Festival | Strauss Performing Arts Center | All day

Thur. 10
School of Communication | Etiquette Dining/Networking Event | Milo Bail Student Center | 11:00a-12:45p
Registration forthcoming

Thur. 10
School of Communication | Student Media Showcase | CPACS 101 | 6:00-8:00p

Fri. 11
School of Communication High School Media Conference | Milo Bail Student Center Ballroom | 9:30a - 1:30p

Wed. 16
CFAM Honors Ceremony | Strauss

Wed. 16
School of Communication | Association for Talent Development (ATD) Student Interest Group Spring Showcase | Community Engagement Center | 4:00p

Apr. 17-19 and Apr. 24-27
UNOTheatre | Alice in Wonderland | Weber Fine Arts | See Show Dates and times HERE

Mon. 21
Jazz Combos | Strauss Performing Arts Center | TBD

Tue. 22
MavRadio.FM Earth Day Live | 1:00-3:00p

Wed. 23
CFAM 20th Anniversary Closing Celebration | World Premerie of "FEARLESS" By Composer Gala Flagello | Strauss Performing Arts Center | Reception 6:45p Celebration 7:30p

Thu. 24
Art & Art History BFA & BASA Art Exhibit | UNO Art Gallery

Tue. 29
Jazz Ensembles Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

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MAY 2025

Thu. 1
Choir Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Fri. 2
BFA Thesis & BASA Senior Art Exhibitions | UNO Art Gallery | 5-7p

Fri. 2
School of Communication Student Awards and Scholarships | CEC 201 11:30a-1:30p

Mon. 5
TAPEnsemble Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Tue. 6
University Orchestra | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Fri. 9
Symphonic Wind Ensemble | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Sat. 10
Alumni Band with Jim Saker | Strauss Performing Arts Center | All Day

Tue. 13
School of Communication MavTalks | Milo Bail Student Center | 5:00p

Wed. 14
Medical Orchestra & Choir Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Fri. 16
Commencement | Baxter Arena

BFA/BASA show and it says Opening Reception May 2, 5-7.

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JULY 2025

Tue. 1
School of the Arts MFA in Writing 20^th Anniversary | July 18-27

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2024 Events

AUGUST

Sat. 17
KVNO Classical Radio 90.7FM Good Vibrations Used Instrument Drive | Strauss Performing Arts Center

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SEPTEMBER

Sept 3-27
UNO Print Workshop Exhibition | UNO Art Gallery Weber Fine Arts

Fri. 6
UNO Print Workshop Exhibition | Opening Reception | Weber Fine Arts | 5:00-7:00p

Sat. 7
School of Music Woodwind Day | Strauss Performing Arts Center

Wed. 18
Writer's Workshop Reading Series: Lee Ann Ropipaugh | Weber Fine Arts Gallery | 7:30p

Wed. 25
Writer's Workshop Reading Series: John Copenhaver | Weber Fine Arts Gallery | 7:30p

Thu. 26
Anniversary Kick-Off | Strauss Performing Arts Center | Pre-Event Reception 6:30p, Showcase 7:30p
Performers and entertainment from School of the Arts, School of Music, and School of Communication

Mon. 30
KVNO Classical 90.7FM Radio Pledge Drive | 90.7FM

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OCTOBER

Wed. 2
Writer's Workshop Reading Series: Lisa Fay Coutley | UNO Criss Library | 7:30p

Oct 3-6 & Oct 10-13
UNOTheatre | Dracula | Weber Fine Arts | See Show Dates and Times HERE

Fri. 4
College Radio Day MavRadio.FM

Fri. 4
KVNO Classical Radio 90.7FM | Otis’ Twelve Retirement

Mon. 7
Lovers In Auschwitz | Keren Blankfeld, Author | Criss Library | 4:00p

Mon. 7-9
Jazz Hispanic Heritage Month with guest artist residency | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Tue. 8-9
Wear Black Give Back | MavRadio.FM 24-Hour Marathon

Tue. 8-9
Wear Black Give Back, Live Kick-Off produced by School of Communication UNO TV | 11:30-12:15 | Watch Live Here

Thu. 10
Choir Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Fri. 11
School of Music Bands Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Fri. 11-13
Flute New Music Consortium | Strauss Performing Arts Center | All day

Fri. 11
Risk & Crisis Speakers and Workshop School of Communication | 9:00a to 4:00p | Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center | Free event but Register here

Mon. 14
Music Major for a Day | Strauss Performing Arts Center

Mon. 14
School of the Arts, Barb Simcoe Exhibit | UNO Art Gallery | Oct. 14 - Nov 8

Wed. 16
Writer's Workshop Reading Series: Anna Monardo | Weber Fine Arts Gallery | 7:30p

Thu. 17
Orchestra Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Fri. 18
Barb Simcoe Exhibit Opening Reception | UNO Art Gallery | 5:00-7:00p

Wed. 23
School of Communication, Helen Little, media personality, writer, speaker, coach and mentor
2:15-3:15p Reception | Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center | 205/209 | Public Welcome
https://litefm.iheart.com/featured/helen-little/

Sat. 26
Halloween Swing Forensics Tournament | Arts & Sciences Hall

Sat. 26
UNO Homecoming Week | Oct 26-Nov 1

Tue. 29
Haunted Heartland Live, MavRadio.FM | 6:00-8:00p

Wed. 30
Writer's Workshop Reading Series: Liz Kay | Weber Fine Arts Gallery | 7:30p

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NOVEMBER

Sat. 9-10
Maverick Piano Fest | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:00p

Wed. 13
Brass Day Gala Concert | Strauss Performing Center Arts Center | 7:30p

Wed. 13
Writer's Workshop Reading Series: Michael Hofacre | Benson Theater | 7:30p

Tue. 19
Jazz Ensembles Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Nov. 21-24
UNOTheatre | Anything Goes | Weber Fine Arts | See Show Dates and times HERE

Mon. 25
School of the Arts BFA & BASA Show | UNO Art Gallery

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DECEMBER

Tue. 3
Choirs Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Wed. 4
Medical Orchestra & Choir Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Wed. 4
Art & Art History BFA Thesis Talks | UNO Art Gallery | 12:00-1:00p

Dec. 5-8
UNOTheatre | Anything Goes | Weber Fine Arts | See Show Dates and times HERE

Fri. 6
Art & Art History BFA & BASA Show Opening Reception | UNO Art Gallery | 5:00-7:00p

Sat. 7
Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Tue. 10
Art History Talks | UNO Art Gallery | 12:00-1:00p

Tue. 10
Jazz Combos | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Wed. 11
UNO Comedy Club Showcase | TBD

Wed. 11
Art & Art History BFA Thesis Talks | UNO Art Gallery | 12:00-1:00p

Thu. 12
TAPEnsemble | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Tue. 17
School of Communication MavTalks | Milo Bail Student Center | 5:00p

Fri. 20
Art & Art History BFA/BASA Show Closing Reception | UNO Art Gallery | Pending Graduation Schedule

Fri. 20
Commencement | Baxter Arena

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JANUARY 2025

Sat. 11
KVNO Classical Radio 90.7FM Classical Kids Showcase | 2:00-3:00p

Thu. 16-19
College Orchestra Directors Association National Conference | All Day

Fri. 24
UNO Faculty Showcase Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 6:30p

Fri. 24-25
BOCH Festival | Strauss Performing Arts Center | All Day

Fri. 31
Art & Art History Alumni and Art Club Exhibit | UNO Art Gallery | Jan. 27 - Feb 21

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FEBRUARY 2025

Feb. 20-23 and Feb. 27-18
UNOTheatre | New Ways New Works: A Celebration of Arts & Performance | Weber Fine Arts | See Show Dates and times HERE

Sat. 22
KVNO Radio 90.7FM | Live broadcast of the Omaha Symphony

Fri. 28
Great Plains Jazz Festival Headliner Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 8:00p

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MARCH 2025

Art & Art History Juried Student Art Show | UNO Art Gallery | Mar. 10 - Apr. 4

Mar. 1-2
UNOTheatre | New Ways New Works: A Celebration of Arts & Performance | Weber Fine Arts | See Show Dates and times HERE

Mon. 3
Choral Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Tue. 11
KVNO Radio 90.7FM | Media sponsorship of the Omaha Film Festival at Aksarben

Wed. 12
SWE and University Band | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Wed. 12
UNO Orchestra Concert | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 7:30p

Sat. 22
KVNO Radio 90.7FM | Live broadcast of the Omaha Symphony

Wed. 26
Mav Forensics Night Before Nationals | School of Communication | Strauss Performing Arts Center | 6:30p

Mon. 31
KVNO Classical Radio 90.7FM Spring Pledge Drive | March 31-April 4

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