Eileen Strempel, the initial dean of The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, appointed to the Board of Directors for the International Council of Fine Arts Deans.
UCLA's Herb Alpert School of Music is set to amplify its impact on a global scale, as its inaugural dean, Eileen Strempel, has been voted onto the board of directors of The International Council of Fine Arts Deans (ICFAD).
ICFAD, a multinational alliance of executive academic visual and performing arts, design, and media administrators representing institutions of higher education, has enjoyed a long and preeminent presence as an influential advocate for the arts. The organisation, which was the first to provide a national network of fine arts administrators to advance the arts and bring greater respect and impact for the arts, plays a significant role in advocating for the arts globally, particularly in higher education.
While specific details about ICFAD's current activities and influence are not provided, its functions generally include promoting arts education, advocacy and networking, policy and academic standards, and community engagement and outreach. By supporting innovative arts curricula and pedagogies, fostering collaboration, influencing accreditation and academic standards, and advocating for arts integration across disciplines, ICFAD helps to ensure that arts programs are vibrant and relevant in the changing landscape of higher education.
As a member of the ICFAD board, Dean Strempel's term will last for three years. During this time, she will facilitate a conversation on Budgets and Fiscal Management for ICFAD's New Deans Discussions series on February 10. This opportunity will provide professional development and exposure to the arts in global cultural centers, as well as networking with artists, academic and intellectual leaders, government and foundation officials.
Dean Strempel's appointment to the ICFAD board is a testament to her exceptional leadership and service to the global musical community. The Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA appreciates her dedication and looks forward to the school's continued growth under her guidance.
Sabrina Madison-Cannon, Dean and Professor of Dance, School of Music & Dance, University of Oregon, will also participate in the conversation facilitated by Eileen Strempel. This collaboration between esteemed arts leaders further underscores the importance of ICFAD's mission and the impact it can have on the arts in higher education institutions.
As the Herb Alpert School of Music continues to be a leader in transcending national and disciplinary boundaries, Dean Strempel's involvement with ICFAD will undoubtedly contribute to its ongoing success and the broader advancement of the arts in higher education. The community is invited to congratulate Dean Strempel on this honour and celebrate the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for the school and the arts at large.
In her role as a member of the International Council of Fine Arts Deans (ICFAD), Dean Eileen Strempel will actively participate in discussions focusing on education and self-development, such as Budgets and Fiscal Management, during the New Deans Discussions series. Her involvement with ICFAD, along with other esteemed arts leaders like Sabrina Madison-Cannon, will help shape the lifestyle and fashion-and-beauty aspects of higher education institutions, contributing to the ongoing success of the arts and fostering a more vibrant and relevant arts landscape.
