Indiana University's renowned traditions in the humanities and creative arts enrich lives every day. Our work in music, drama, film, literature, visual arts, and more enhance our quality of life and add value to society.
Exceptional creative strengths
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IU Eskenazi School to construct building inspired by original 1952 Mies van der Rohe design
The building's striking design is akin to many other famous buildings designed by the famed architect and was approved by the IU trustees.
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Epic Wagner opera 'Parsifal' returns to IU Jacobs School of Music Opera Theater
'Parsifal' had been regularly produced at IU from the 1940s to the 1970s. The 2019 production is part of the IU Bicentennial celebration.
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‘Rough and Unequal’ exhibit encourages patrons to look outward to see within
Artist Kevin Everson will visit campus to discuss the film, which he shot shortly after the Charlottesville Unite the Right rally of 2017.
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IU Bicentennial celebration begins; Gov. Holcomb receives inaugural Bicentennial Medal
The IU Bicentennial has officially begun with the presentation of the first Bicentennial Medal to Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb.
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Jane Fortune's $4M estate gift to Eskenazi Museum of Art enables research on female artists
In honor of the gift, the museum's gallery of American and European Art from Medieval to 1900 will be named the "Jane Fortune Gallery."
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Bees, music, cells, antibiotics and fuel: Funding advances IU research
The projects could lead to connections with industry and startup companies or to strengthened patent applications.
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IU Jacobs student left speechless after receiving double bass during international convention
A week ago, Cameron Ingram was looking for a bass to play. Now he has a brand-new instrument, courtesy of the international bass community.
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Volunteer leaders recognized for their contributions with Partners in Philanthropy awards
The IU Foundation awards its Partners in Philanthropy to those whose service and contributions have made a transformational impact on IU.
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IU issues statement on passing of I.M. Pei, world-renowned architect of IU Eskenazi Museum of Art
Pei designed the iconic angular building for IU’s acclaimed Eskenazi Museum, which was completed in 1982.
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Nonprofit charity launched by recent IU graduate provides music equipment to schools
Richard Xu, who majored in violin performance and finance, is keeping students' dreams alive of pursuing music as a career.