They say, college is the best time of your life. We’re partial to that theory, too, but our passion is making sure what comes after college meets your expectations. You’re pursuing a career, and we want to help you achieve that dream. It’s why we feel like talking about the successful outcomes of our graduates is just as important as telling you about what you’ll learn in your classes.
Success by the Numbers
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7,000+
Alumni Network
There are more than 7,000 arts and media alumni connections just waiting for you nationwide, with many working on the coasts and in Chicago.
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96%
Successful Outcomes Rate
Ninety-six percent of the graduates of the Holland College of Arts and Media are employed or furthering their education within six months of graduating.
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100%
Music Successful Outcomes Rate
All of our music graduates were employed or furthering their education within six months of graduating!
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10+
National Awards
Our alumni bring home the gold. Whether it's an Emmy, broadcasting awards, first in show, or first place in national festivals, SEMO alumni show their talents and have the accolades to prove it.
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Art & Design Alumni Stories
Assistant Graphic Apparel Designer for Dick's Sporting Goods
Major: Digital Art
Graduated in 2018
Resides in Pittsburgh, PA
Art Therapy Counseling Research Assistant at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Major: Graphic Design
Graduated in 2017
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Associate Professor of Art & Gallery Director at Pfeiffer University
Major: 2D Art
Graduated in 1998
Resides in Concord, NC
Owner Black Dog Metal Arts
Major: Sculpture
Graduated in 2014
Resides in East Peoria, IL
Assistant Director/Exhibitions Coordinator at Arts Council of Southeast Missouri
Major: Fine Arts
Graduated in 2019
Resides in Cape Girardeau, MO
Interior Designer at O'Toole Design Associates
Major: Interior Design
Graduated in 2019
Resides in Edwardsville, IL
Gateway Arch Park Foundation
Major: Graphic Design
Graduated in 2016
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Principal Digital Product Designer at Starbucks
Major: Graphic Design
Graduated in 2006
Resides in Seattle, WA
Milford Kitchen & Bath
Major: Interior Design
Graduated in 2014
Resides in Fenton, MO
Abstract Marketing Group
Major: Graphic Design
Graduated in 2016
Resides in St. Louis, MO
MFA candidate and Art Lofts teaching assistant
Major: Sculpture
Graduated in 2016
Resides in Madison, WI
Petullo Fellow pursuing MFA
Major: Graphic Design
Graduated in 2012
Resides in Champaign, IL
Pursuing MFA
Major: Studio Art
Graduated in 2013
Resides in Charleston, IL
Art Department Chair
Major: Art Education
Graduated in 2010
Resides in Cape Girardeau, MO
Assistant Professor of Studio Art
Major: Ceramics
Graduated in 2008
Resides in Ruston, LA
Assistant Professor University of Missouri-St. Louis
Major: Art Education
Graduated in 2009
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Art Teacher
Major: Art Education
Graduated in 2010 & 2013
Resides in Poplar Bluff, MO
Painter, Printmaker, Bookmaker, and Room Maker
Major: Painting
Graduated in 2014
Resides in Memphis, TN
Freelance Animator
Major: Digital Art
Graduated in 2016
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Teaching Assistant and Private Collections Assistant
Major: Digital Art
Graduated in 2016
Resides in Washington
Elementary Art Teacher
Major: Art Education
Graduated in 2012
Resides in St. James, MO
Mass Media
CEO/President of Innovative Financial Solutions
Major: Public Relations
Graduated in 2001
Resides in Cape Girardeau, MO
Global Innovation Program Manager at IBM
Major: Mass Communication
Graduated in 2008
Resides in Farmington, MO
Executive Director at Beebe Chamber of Commerce
Major: Mass Communication, Public Relations Option
Graduated in 2002
Resides in Austin, AR
Brand Manager at Emmaus Homes
Major: Mass Communications
Graduated in 2014
Resides in St Louis, MO
Music
Bassist at St. Louis Municipal Opera Theatre
Major: Music Performance
Graduated in 2006
Resides in Jefferson City, MO
Graduated in 2016
Accolades:
M.M. University of Nebraska-Lincoln
D.MA. University of Nebraska-Lincoln
1st Prize Charleston International Romantic Music Competition
1st Prize Golden Music Classical Awards (Carnegie Hall Solo Debut at Weill Hall)
1st Prize The North International Chamber Music Competition (w/ Dr. Kenney in Duo Sonus)
2nd Prize MTNA Young Artist Brass Competition, two-time finalist
Two-time finalist London Philharmonia Orchestra Brass Fellowship
Horn Faculty, Saarburg (Germany) Music Festival
Current Positions:
Assistant Professor of Horn, University of North Alabama
Principal Horn, Shoals Symphony Orchestra
Principal Horn, Jackson (TN) Symphony Orchestra
Graduated in 1995
Accolades:
M.M. Illinois State University
D.M.A University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Current Positions:
Director of Winds and professor of flute SIU-Edwardsville.
President of the Flute Society of Saint Louis.
Graduated in 2018
Accolades: Full scholarship to North Carolina School for the Arts, Master’s Degree
Full scholarship to Florida State University, Doctoral Degree (anticipated summer 2023)
Faculty member, Festival Suoni d’Abruzzo, Italy.
Invited to audition for the Vienna State Opera/Philharmonic, Vienna, Italy (2020)
Professional orchestral activities: performing with the Valdosta Symphony, Tallahassee Symphony, Winston-Salem Symphony
Current positions:
String Bass Instructor, SIU-Edwardsville; Music Instructor, Southeast Missouri State University
Graduated in 2017
Current Position:
Owner/operator: Morrison Music, Columbia Missouri
Instrument sales and repair
Graduated in 2020
Current Position:
Music Therapist at Healing Harmonies Music and Art Therapy, Wauwatosa, WI
Finishing a Master of Music Therapy degree at Augsburg University, Minneapolis, MN
Graduated in 2004
Current Position:
Organist for the St. Louis Cardinals and the St. Louis Blues and Director of Sacred Music & Liturgy, Organist at St. Francis of Assisi-Oakville, MO.
Graduated in 2010
Current Positions:
She appears frequently with the ensembles of Union Avenue Opera, Winter Opera, and The Muni.
Graduated in 2018
Accolades:
M.M., Boston Conservatory
Current Position:
Instructor of voice at Jefferson College
Theatre & Dance
Performer at Shakespeare in the Park
Major: Acting and Directing
Graduated in 2005
Resides in New York
Experiences & Events Manager at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Majors: Theater and Mass Communication
Graduated in 2005
Resides in Las Vegas, NV
Costume Assistant on the show "Hand of God"
Major: Design
Resides in Los Angeles, CA
Performer in Broadway's "Mamma Mia"
Major: Fine arts: Emphasis Acting and Directing
Graduated in 2008
Resides in New York City, NY
Teacher and Performer in New York City
Major: Dance
Resides in New York City
Company Dancer with Streb Extreme Action
Major: Dance
Resides in New York City
Cutelli Comedy studio
Major: Acting/Directing
Resides in Sherman Oaks, CA
Actress
Major: Acting
Director, Producer
Major: Acting/Directing
Graduated in 2009
Resides in Los Angeles, CA
Milwaukee Repertory Theatre
Major: Acting
Resides in Milwaukee, WI
Dance Studio Owner
Major: Dance
Graduated in 2005
Resides in Sikeston, MO
Actress/Costume Designer
Major: Musical Theatre
Graduated in 2012
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Performer, Disney Cruise Lines
Major: Musical Theatre
Graduated in 2015
Competition Team Director, Wildwood Dance and Arts
Major: Dance
Graduated in 2015
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Apprentice, Leverage Dance Company
Major: Dance
Graduated in 2013
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Assistant Professor, Redford University
Major: Dance
Resides in Redford, VA
Marketing Associate
Major: Dance
Graduated in 2009
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Costume
Major: Theatrical Design
Graduated in 2007
Resides in Minnesota
Actor
Major: Theatre
Graduated in 2013
Resides in St. Louis, MO
Actress
Major: Musical Theatre
Graduated in 2012
Resides in New York City
Freelance Dancer
Major: Dance
Graduated in 2013
Resides in New York City
Actor
Major: Musical Theatre
Graduated in 2013
Resides in San Diego, CA
Actress, Princess Cruises
Major: Musical Theatre
Graduated in 2012
Costumer
Major: Design
Graduated in 2008
Resides in St. Louis, MO
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