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12 New Full-Time Faculty Join Point Park University
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 The Conservatory of Performing Arts, Rowland School of Business, and Schools of Arts and Sciences and Education are pleased to announce new faculty who will teach the next generation of professionals.
Cinema Arts Pre-College Programs Provide Hands-On Experience to High School Students
Friday, August 23, 2024 Students explored the basic principles and practices of cinema production, the process, fundamentals and art of animation, and the elements of storytelling at Film Intensive, 2D and 3D Animation Intensive and Screenwriting Intensive.
Alumni Profile
Treven Carter '23
"The objective of the fellowship is to build networks with industry professionals, attend workshops to extend knowledge within the animation industry and gain mentorship from individuals who work at DreamWorks."
Pictured is Treven Carter. Photo | Kayla Green
Point Park Offers Complete in Four Years B.F.A. to MBA Program
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 This program gives students an affordable opportunity to earn both a B.F.A. degree from the Conservatory of Performing Arts — and an MBA from the Rowland School of Business — in four years plus one additional semester in the summer.
A student in PPG Place.
Nicky Snyder Supports Students and Faculty as Assistant to the Chair of the Department of Cinema Arts
Monday, September 11, 2023 "I think the fact that students are working with equipment and also substantial software in their first year is the biggest advantage of being a cinema major at Point Park."
Pictured is Nicky Snyder.
Cinema Faculty Feature: Meet Andrew Swensen, Professional Arts Administrator and Producer
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 "My experience at Point Park has been one of great reward, discovery and collaboration. Because I'm also a professional arts administrator and producer, I'm regularly looking for artists for works in development, and it's a pleasure to work with students as artist colleagues."
Pictured is Andrew Swensen. Photo | John Altdorfer
MovieMaker Magazine Ranks Pittsburgh as a Best Place to Live and Work as a Movie Maker
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 "This impacts our students in terms of employment opportunities to work in the Pittsburgh area. On productions from as far back as the filming of the Dark Knight Rises in 2011 up through the recent production of Mayor of Kingstown on Paramount+, faculty would pass by one of the many sets around the city and see alumni working on them," said Professor Andrew Halasz.
Cinema students on set.
Faculty Feature: Meet Laura J. Boyd, Cinema Arts Chair
Tuesday, December 13, 2022 "My experience managing national and international productions — both from the home office of National Geographic or while traveling and working in the field — informs everything I teach ... Filmmaking is hard work, but the rewards and opportunities make every minute worth it."
Pictured is Laura Boyd.
Faculty Feature: Geoff Munn, Animation
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 "If you want to learn from industry professionals who are and have been in the field, and successfully so, Point Park is for you. The faculty, as well as the student body, are extremely welcoming, and the campus in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh is the place to be."
Pictured is Geoff Munn. Photo | Madi Fisher
New Full-Time Faculty for 2022-23 Academic Year
Friday, September 30, 2022 Meet Point Park's nine new full-time faculty members for the 2022-23 academic year.
A photo of campus by Nathaniel Holzer.
Point Park Announces Summer in the City Programs for Youth and High School Students
Monday, April 11, 2022 “Our Summer in the City programs are a great way for younger students to get a taste of academic college life, experience the excitement of Downtown Pittsburgh and find out what motivates them about learning,” said Heidi Ward, director of community and summer education.
Student Profile
Regina Sanchez Gonzalez '23
"As an immigrant, it's easy to feel out of place in a new country, but Point Park not only has given me the tools and support to become a better artist and animator, but also a place to call home."
Pictured is Regina Sanchez Gonzalez. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Giuseppe Esposito '19
"One of the reasons I chose Point Park was its location. It was hard to beat for me. The equipment and facilities for the animation program are top-notch as well, so make use of it all."
Pictured is alumnus Giuseppe Esposito.
Garfield Lemonius Named Dean and Artistic Director
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 Garfield Lemonius, M.F.A., has been appointed dean of the Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA) at Point Park University and artistic director of the Pittsburgh Playhouse. Lemonius was previously appointed acting dean and artistic director, and prior to that served as chair of the Department of Dance.
Pictured is Garfield Lemonius, M.F.A.
Faculty Feature: Andrew Halasz, Cinema Arts
Thursday, August 12, 2021 "All that we teach, the training we give, the projects we assign, have the end goal of engaging students in the experiential process of making work. This is what best prepares students to succeed in the industry."
Pictured is Andrew Halasz. Photo | Nathaniel Holzer
Point Park University Welcomes New Full-Time Faculty for 2020-21 Academic Year
Thursday, September 3, 2020 Point Park University welcomes five new full-time faculty members for the 2020-21 academic year. These faculty bring both industry expertise and real-world professional experience into the classes they teach at Point Park.
Point Park Offering Free Online Classes for Summer Learning, Movement and Fun
Tuesday, June 16, 2020 This summer season, don't distance yourself from learning. Join us for one of our many free virtual sessions. We can't wait to see what you create!
Photos from Point Park summer programs.
A Q&A with Animation Faculty
Thursday, June 4, 2020 "Our program is always growing and changing to mirror the ever-changing industry. Our professors are working artists who continue to work in the field while teaching. We use this experience and knowledge to direct changes to the curriculum and ensure that our students are fully prepared to work in the field upon graduating," said Professors Jonathan Trueblood and David Morrison.
Cinema Arts Program Partners with the Sarah Jones Film Student Safety Program
Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Point Park University is just the fourth institution of higher education in the United States to qualify for the Sarah Jones Film Student Safety Program. The program is an initiative from the nonprofit Sarah Jones Film Foundation, which advocates for safe conditions on film sets.
The logo for the Sarah Jones Film Foundation, which advocates for safe conditions on film sets.
Student Profile
Animation Major Noah Ondik Works Alongside Creatives at Animal Production Studio
"Without the knowledge I acquired in my animation classes on various programs, I would not be able to understand what Animal staff are referring to when discussing projects in meetings or when new design techniques are being taught to me."
Pictured is Noah Ondik at Animal in Downtown Pittsburgh. Photo | Jared Murphy
Hollywood Producers and Editors Attend 2018 Cinema Arts Showcase at Point Park
Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Bob Ducsay, Gray Frederickson and Robert Miller spent two days on Point Park's campus for this year's cinema arts showcase.
Bob Ducsay, Gray Frederickson and Robert Miller at Point Park University's 2018 Cinema Arts Showcase
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Haley Beahr, Animation and Visual Effects Major
"I chose Point Park because they were one of the only schools that offered the major I wanted. The location of the campus is perfect too, because it's within walking distance of the best things in Pittsburgh," she said.
Pictured is Haley Beahr, Animation and Visual Effects Major
Floyd Norman, Disney's First African-American Animator, Leads Master Class at Point Park
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 "It was a life-changing experience to meet the man who helped pave the way for aspiring African-American artists," said Kieauna Jefferson.
Pictured is Floyd Norman leading a master class at Point Park. Photo | Shayna Mendez
Animation Students Sketch Side-by-Side Rob Rogers from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Monday, November 7, 2016
Pictured is Rob Rogers in the Center for Media Innovation. Photo | Shayna Mendez
Troy Centofanto Recruits Top Talent for Point Park's Conservatory of Performing Arts
Tuesday, September 6, 2016 "Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts is one of the top conservatories in the country. Having the opportunity to work with the current and future leaders of the industry is very exciting and rewarding."
Pictured is Troy Centofanto. Photo | Shayna Mendez
High School Students Gain Hands-On Experience at Digital and Traditional Animation Camps
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
People of Point Park: Jonathan Trueblood is Animating the Future
Monday, April 18, 2016
High School Students Explore Careers in Animation at Point Park
Monday, August 25, 2014
Students Find Inspiration at Animation Director John Dilworth's Lecture
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Internship Profile: Meet Animation Major Kaitlyn Colhouer, Animal Inc.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 "I have had many opportunities in the program to sharpen my art skills as well as my social skills, and have learned to present my work and myself professionally. I am much more confident in my artistic abilities and in my presentation of ideas and concepts."
Pictured is Kaitlyn Colhouer.
New Facilities and Equipment Provide Cinema Students Hands-on Training
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
High School Students Gain Hands-On Experience at Traditional Animation Camp
Friday, August 16, 2013
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