Willmott publishes article on integrating performing arts into STEM-based curricula
Ben Willmott, director of operations for the School of Performing Arts, published the article, “Assessing the Performing Arts Experience at a STEM-based Institution” in the February 2024 edition of the American Journal of Arts Management. The article highlights Willmott’s qualitative research study focused on students engaged in RIT’s Performing Arts Scholarship Program and explores efforts to integrate performing arts and STEM-based curricula at the higher education level.
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