JSoM Office of Entrepreneurship & Career Development

09/14/2026

We’re starting off the opera season strong with an extra delicious Well-Advised Lunch with Shawn Okpebholo and Lina Gonzalez-Granados!🍝

🗓️Thursday, September 17
⏰12-1pm
📍OECD: MU011, Merrill Hall

Join The Cook-Off composer Shawn Okpebholo and conductor Lina Gonzalez-Granados for a discussion of their respective careers—and IU Opera Theatre’s season opener! Okpebholo, a two-time GRAMMY nominee and 2024 Chicagoan of the Year in Classical Music, partnered with Pulitzer and GRAMMY-winning librettist Mark Campbell to create this comic chamber opera. Gonzalez-Granados has been praised for her “rich, heartfelt orchestral sound” (Chicago Sun-Times), as well as her dedication to championing new works. Hear firsthand how a new opera moves from composition to the stage, how composers and conductors collaborate throughout the production process, and what it takes to build a career championing contemporary opera. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from two leading artists in the field and get a behind-the-scenes look at the creation and performance of The Cook-Off!

09/14/2026

This Friday, join the OECD and MTNA for a special workshop about social media!

🗓️Friday, September 18
⏰1-2:30pm
📍OECD: Merrill Hall MU011

Spend the hour sharing notes with digital creator and Jacobs School of Music student Noah Keyes to learn about how he has developed huge following on Instagram.  We’ll also have an opportunity to discuss platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube. This is an excellent opportunity to meet with a JSoM student who is gathering momentum with delivering creative content!

09/13/2026

WEEKLY DIGEST: Scotland to provide minimum income for artists, a healthy arts ecosystem, live auto-tune, music in Montana mountains, artists in S Africa up against immigration controversy, and more

WEEKLY DIGEST: Scotland to provide minimum income for artists, a healthy arts ecosystem, live auto-tune, music in Montana mountains, artists in S Africa up against immigration controversy, and more Posted on September 13, 2026 by abarker FEATURE Scotland set to roll out £15,000-a-year ‘minimum in...

09/08/2026

Student Org Info Session!

Many thanks to Hanh Bui from the IU Student Involvement & Leadership Center, along with Sarah Slover and Rob Askew from the JSoM Business Office, for sharing their expertise and helping our students learn how their organizations can flourish at IU.

It’s always great to see student leadership in action at the OECD!

09/07/2026

Feeling stressed already? We’ve got your back! The OECD has 4 awesome workshops this fall to help you prepare for the future!

The first is coming up this Wednesday! Let our career advisors take a look at your resumé and give you insight into how to make it really stand out.

🗓️ Wednesday, September 9
⏰ 5-7pm
📍 OECD: Merrill Hall MU011

This workshop is also specifically recommended for those interested in preparing for the upcoming Performing Arts Career Fair. More info to come!

09/06/2026

WEEKLY DIGEST: Dudamel and the future of Classical Music in NY, enduring 9/11 art, checking in on 10,000 hours, Cleveland Orch strike a possibility, CD sales are booming, and more.

WEEKLY DIGEST: Dudamel and the future of Classical Music in NY, enduring 9/11 art, checking in on 10,000 hours, Cleveland Orch strike a possibility, CD sales are booming, and more. Posted on September 6, 2026 by abarker FEATURE Classical Music Is in Crisis. Gustavo Dudamel Is Here to Save It NY Time...

09/02/2026

This afternoon, we opened up the OECD for ping pong, conversation, and snacks! Thanks to everyone who came to hang out; we hope you have a great start to the semester!🏓

08/30/2026

WEEKLY DIGEST: The NEA under a new regime, Classical Music’s funding challenges, Dr. Dre thinks AI’s good for music, remembering Dolly Parton, Stanley Ritchie’s legacy, and more.

WEEKLY DIGEST: The NEA under a new regime, Classical Music’s funding challenges, Dr. Dre thinks AI’s good for music, remembering Dolly Parton, Stanley Ritchie’s legacy, and more Posted on August 30, 2026 by abarker FEATURE The NEA Has Survived. But At What Cost? American Theatre Magazine: Lovi...

08/28/2026

Have you seen our crib? 🚪✨

Come stop by MU011 for the OECD Student Open House on Tuesday, September 1 from 3:30-5:30pm!

We’ll have ping pong, snacks, and free JSoM t-shirts for the first 30 people!

See you there💋

08/28/2026

Calling all students! We’re opening our doors on Tuesday for the OECD Student Open House!

🗓️Tuesday, September 1
⏰3:30-5:30pm
📍OECD: Merrill Hall MU011

Come to the lower floor of Merrill Hall to get to know the Office of Entrepreneurship and Career Development! Meet new people, learn about career and entrepreneurship services at Jacobs, play some ping pong, and grab some snacks. The first 30 students through the door will get a free Jacobs School of Music T-shirt (while supplies last)!