Arts and Sciences Magazine is a publication of the Oklahoma State University College of Arts and Sciences. All communications should be mailed to OSU College of Arts and Sciences, ATTN: Arts and Sciences Magazine, 205 Life Sciences East, Stillwater, OK 74078-3015. Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. Title IX of the Education Amendments and Oklahoma State University policy prohibit discrimination in the provision of services or benefits offered by the University based on gender. Any person (student, faculty or staff) who believes that discriminatory practices have been engaged in based upon gender may discuss their concerns and file informal or formal complaints of possible violations of Title IX with the OSU Title IX Coordinator, Mackenzie Wilfong, J.D., Director of Affirmative Action, 408 Whitehurst, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, (405) 744-5371 or (405) 744-5576 (fax). This publication, issued by Oklahoma State University as authorized by the College of Arts & Sciences, was printed by University Printing Services at a cost of $7200.00/7M. #3281 10/10 2010 © OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY 2010 v12 Editor Eileen Mustain Art Director Paul V. Fleming ’90/’00* Photographers Phil Shockley Gary Lawson Associate Editor Janet Varnum’86 CAS.OKSTATE.EDU This scene, photographed by Phil Shockley, is from an OSU opera production, The Medium, performed at the Seretean Center in 2008. COVER Like his namesake, Elvis the iguana is a charismatic celebrity whose unique performances captivate young audiences around the state. As both an artist and a zoological phenomenon, Elvis embodies the inclusiveness of the college that’s home to 24 art and science disciplines. Cover photography is by Phil Shockley. Writers Joseph Dunn Matt Elliott Abby Fox ’08 Lorene Roberson Hickey ’84 Sylvia E. King-Cohen ’81 Jacob Longan ’05 Stacy Pettit ’09 Timothy R. Ryan ’84 Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Peter M.A. Sherwood Associate Vice President for Development College of Arts and Sciences Jason J. Caniglia Media and Alumni Relations College of Arts and Sciences Lorene Roberson Hickey ’84 s t a f f 18 Now performing at a classroom near you This past year, three outstanding professors in the college received Regents Professor designation, OSU’s equivalent of the Oscar. 2 Star of the Silver Screen OSU’s talented alumni excel in all areas of the fine arts, including the movie and television industries. 38 Trailer: Brand of success Three alumni have responded to OSU’s $1 billion Branding Success campaign to place their personal marks on the future of the college. c o n t e n t *YEAR INDICATES OSU COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES GRADUATES.
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