The College of Visual and Performing Arts The College of Visual and Performing Arts is one of the leading arts colleges in the nation, offering large and comprehensive programs in the visual arts, music, theatre and dance. These programs are based on the study of the great western European/American tradition as well as non-western traditions and applications of technology. The college takes pride in the vision of its faculty and curricula and the regional, national, and international impact of its alumni. The college is a major provider of artistic services to the region in ways that strengthen the synergy of teaching-learning and artistry. The visual art, music, theatre, and dance culture of northern Illinois would be impoverished if the college did not exist. Faculty, alumni, and current students contribute daily to the cultural vitality of the region. The College of Visual and Performing Arts depends upon private support to undertake new initiatives and maintain its position as an arts leader. Arts Fund 21 Arts Fund 21 is the College of Visual and Performing Arts leadership giving society. Members contribute $1,000 or more annually to the college and may leave their gift unrestricted or designate some or all of their gift. Arts Funds 21 enables the college to meet unforeseen emergencies, enhance existing programs, and create new initiatives such as the Undergraduate Artistry and Research Apprenticeship Program. Arts Fund 21 members are asked to give only once a year, are recognized in all college publications, and receive free admission to all ticketed events. Opportunities for Personal Giving For information on the funding priorities of specific components of the college, click on any of the following links: School of Art School of Music School of Theatre and Dance NIU Art Museum Community School of the Arts Contact Us: For more information about giving opportunities in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, contact: The NIU Development Office at (815) 753-1386 or email us.