Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Initiative

The Middle Campus Initiative for Arts, Creativity, and Innovation is transforming campus and the academic experience to better integrate the arts into life and learning at Colgate.

New technologies will strengthen connections between the arts and other fields of study. Focus will shift from final creation to creative process. Students will be empowered to discover — to become more imaginative thinkers and innovators.

A Focus on Interdisciplinary Learning

Colgate's curriculum fosters imagination, problem-solving, expression, and innovation. The University has renewed its attention on the interplay of arts, creativity, and technology. We encourage students to explore across disciplines, including:

Building Innovative Spaces

 

Through new buildings and renovations, Middle Campus will be transformed into a hub for creativity. It removes barriers between the arts, sciences, and technology while addressing Colgate’s long-standing need for arts facilities.

New and renovated spaces will include:

Upcoming Events

Events allow students to put what they learn into practice, and for the campus community to experience arts, creativity and innovation firsthand.