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CLAS cinematic arts associate professor helps students make connections in the screenwriting industry

Monday, February 24, 2025

Dean Bakopoulos, associate professor in the Department of Cinematic Arts, currently teaches “Topics in Screenwriting” and is working on developing an introductory course in TV writing for non-majors.

Cinematic Arts Alum Nominated for Grammy Award

Monday, January 27, 2025

Alicia Rau and Cole Gaffney are nominated in the categories Best Children’s Music Album and Best-Spoken Word Album, respectively.

Conversation: The Art of Adaptation

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Friday, October 18th, 3:30 pm E105 AJB

Midwest Graduate Student Symposium in Film Studies

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 - 4:28 PM

Upcoming Events

Science on Screen: Weathering With You

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 7:00pm to 9:30pm

FilmScene at The Chauncy

Join us for a captivating Science on Screen® presentation featuring the acclaimed animated film "Weathering With You." Before the screening, enjoy an insightful pre-show presentation titled "When It Rains It Pours: Climate Change and Extreme Events." The first 40 University of Iowa students to register will receive a free ticket to attend!

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