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Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black Music’ Dies at 92

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Clarence Avant, who was widely known as ‘the Black Godfather’ of the entertainment industry, died on Monday. Clarence Avant “Through his revolutionary business leadership, Clarence became affectionately known as “the Black Godfather” in the worlds of music, entertainment, politics , and sports,” read a statement released by his family.

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Access to New Technology Pushes Creative Possibilities for CCS’s Entertainment Arts Students

College for Creative Study

The acquisition of three Rokoko Suits is the latest example of how the College for Creative Studies is at the forefront of access to industry-level technology. Two of the suits will be used in the Entertainment Arts department and one suit will be used in the MFA Transportation Design department.

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Students connect peers to alumni, industry resources

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Connect Team at Hamilton College in New York serves as a bridge between students and graduates working in various industries. Students of all grades work as part of their teams, connecting to alumni from that specific industry through student-facing events and blog posts.

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The College for Creative Studies (CCS) Receives Epic MegaGrant for Entertainment Arts and Transportation Design Programs

College for Creative Study

CCS’s Transportation Design Graduate program and the Entertainment Arts undergraduate program, received an Epic MegaGrant from Epic Games to enhance the learning experience for students, after working with CCS departments on a sponsored project. Learn more about CCS’s experiential learning, here.

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Professor Examines Asian American Representation Across Media, Diaspora

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“I think perhaps … it’s taken a while for the second and the third generation to come of age and to join the entertainment industries in ways in which they can make a difference,” Oh said. And stereotypical views that Asian Americans are often discouraged by their families from pursuing entertainment careers are dubious, said Oh. “I

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Peyton Manning Appointed Professor of Practice in University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Peyton Manning Manning – acclaimed former football star, sports commentator, and media personality –returns to his alma mater as a featured expert with industry experience. In addition to his lauded football career, Manning is also founder of entertainment company Omaha Productions and hosts and produces shows for ESPN+, ESPN2, and NBC.

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Outbound and Beyond – An Exploration of Space and Virtual Reality Through An Academic Partnership Between CCS and Oakland University

College for Creative Study

The ARC features an immersive lab where engineering and science students and industry professionals can explore new opportunities in Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). While Entertainment Arts student Alex Tsangaris used his experience with VR software and design to help direct and drive the project.