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Cliffe College of Creative Arts at Youngstown State University provides a dynamic learning environment in the creative arts.

The Cliffe College of Creative Arts serves as a cultural center for the YSU campus and the Mahoning Valley. Each year, the College hosts over 400 events including dozens of art exhibits, eight major theatrical productions, and more than one hundred musical events. Academic programs combine theoretical and practical offerings giving students the opportunity to augment traditional classroom activities with internship and laboratory experiences.

09/17/2026

🎶 Meet Joe Spurio, our new Director of the Dana Chorale and Coordinator of Choral Activities at the Dana School of Music! ⬇

With a bachelor’s in music education from Westminster College and a master’s in choral conducting from the Dana School of Music, Joe brings extensive experience working with ensembles including the Shenango Valley Chorale and Opera Western Reserve Opera Chorus. He also serves the Director of Music Ministry Director at St. Patrick’s in Hubbard, Ohio, directs at various playhouses in the area, and offers private vocal coaching.

Within his first month at the Dana School of Music, Joe Spurio has enjoyed “getting to know all the students and all of the talents... and just making great music together."

We’re thrilled to have Joe Spurio here at YSU to lead the Dana Chorale and share his knowledge with our students. 🐧

✨ Make sure you come support the Dana Chorale for their first concert of the semester on November 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the St. Columba Cathedral!

09/04/2026

Trombonists Jacob Norton and Luke Walters, two YSU senior music performance majors, traveled across the country this summer to refine their performance skills and learn from low brass professionals. 🎶

After attending the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Brass Institute as an Orchestral Fellow earlier this summer, Jacob Norton was selected to attend the Bay View Brass Seminar in Petoskey, Michigan! During the 4-week chamber intensive, Jacob learned from the Bay View Brass Quintet and participated in chamber coaching, masterclasses, outreach concerts, and private lessons.

This past May, Luke Walters traveled to the University of Arizona to participate in the Becker Low Brass Boot Camp. During this week-long program, he attended masterclasses and received valuable training focused on orchestral audition and performance preparation.

Bravo to Jacob and Luke on expanding their knowledge and representing the Dana School of Music in these programs! 👏

08/28/2026

Week One of Fall 2026 ✅🎶 We hope everyone had a wonderful start to the semester here at the Dana School of Music! 🐧

08/24/2026

We’re SO back!! 👏 The Fall 2026 semester is officially here, and we’re thrilled to see our students back in Bliss Hall.

Here’s to a great semester ahead! ✨

08/21/2026

Our first-year students brought the energy to IGNITE!! 🔥

Yesterday, our newest penguins took their first steps on campus, connected with fellow students, and explored everything that YSU has to offer.

It was wonderful seeing both new and familiar faces on campus, and we can’t wait to see everyone again on Monday! 🐧

08/18/2026

We asked, and our students delivered! Here's what our penguins are most excited about this upcoming semester 🐧✨

We can't wait to welcome our penguins back to Bliss Hall next week!! ❤

08/13/2026

Meet Nicole Wells, our newest Academic Advisor for music and theatre students! 🐧

Nicole holds a B.A. from Kent State University and an M.A. in Higher Education from Geneva College and brings nearly 25 years of higher education experience to her new role.

After beginning her career at Kent State University and Cleveland State University, Nicole joined Youngstown State University in 2007 and has worked with students in several areas across campus, including business, health and human services, nursing, and education.

After nearly 20 years at YSU, Nicole is excited to begin this new chapter in CCCA and connect with a new group of students and help them navigate college, make connections, and reach their goals.

Outside of work, Nicole enjoys reading, working on puzzles, and spending time with her husband and niece. And perhaps most importantly, she LOVES all things Disney!

As a longtime member of the YSU community and dedicated student advocate, Nicole looks forward to assisting CCCA students in their academic and creative journeys.

08/11/2026

Ready to experience the arts at YSU? Join us for our 2026 Fall Visit Days! ⬇🐧

This fall, prospective students and their families can explore our campus and facilities, meet students and faculty, learn about our art, music, and theatre programs, and discover our vibrant creative community.

🎶 Prospective music and theatre students and their families are invited to our Dana School of Music & University Theatre Open House on October 14, 2026, in Bliss Hall. Visit ysu.edu/MusicOH or ysu.edu/TheatreOH to register and learn more.

🎨 Prospective art students and their families are invited to YSU Art Day, hosted by the Department of Art, on October 21, 2026, in Bliss Hall. Visit ysu.edu/Art-Day to register and learn more.

We hope to see you soon here at Cliffe College of Creative Arts! ✨

08/03/2026

Congratulations to Ryan Lamb on this fantastic opportunity and for representing the Dana School of Music with excellence!🎶👏

07/02/2026

Last week, we hosted our first annual Summer Art Camp! 🎨☀️

Young artists spent a week on campus experimenting with painting, printmaking, design, and more, building new skills and creating original work along the way. The week ended with a celebratory exhibition in the Solomon Gallery, where family and friends saw everything they created!

It was a joy to see their creativity and energy throughout the week. We hope to see these young artists back on campus soon! ✨

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547 Wick Avenue
Youngstown, OH
44502

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13309413625

Website

http://academics.ysu.edu/cliffe-college-of-creative-arts, http://ysu.edu/music-camps, http://ysu.edu/theatre-camp, http:

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