Student Resources & Opportunities

Resources and opportunities for Music students.

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Current News

Music News
  • Craig Coray.

    Circumpolar Music Series: Craig Coray

    August 25, 2025

    Circumpolar Music Series opens with Craig Coray's works performed by an all-star ensemble.

  • Seamus Knight recording natural soundscapes in Denali under the guidance of Davyd Betchkal, a sound ecologist who shared incredible insights into the acoustic environment of the park.

    Student Spotlight: Seamus Knight

    August 20, 2025

    ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ music and film student Seamus Knight composed an original piece in Denali for a pro performance through Composing in the Wilderness.

  • Olivia Buzby. UF Photo by Sarah Manriquez

    Finding Her Voice: Olivia Buzby

    August 06, 2025

    After a pivotal sophomore year, Olivia Buzby found her stride—and her voice—through music education at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ.

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Professional Organizations & Ensembles

 

Davis Concert Hall

Facilities & Equipment

The Department of Music resides within the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fine Arts Complex hosting modern performance, recording, and broadcast capabilities. These facilities include:

  • Teaching studios
  • Classrooms
  • The Eva McGown Music Room (Room 217)
  • Practice rooms
  • Student computer labs
  • 900-seat Charles W. Davis Concert Hall
  • 456-seat Lee Salisbury Theater
  • KUAC public radio and television studios
  • Elmer E. Rasmuson Library

 


Scholarships & Funding

 

Scholarship Opportunities

There are many scholarship opportunities for music students at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. In order to be considered for a Department of Music scholarship, the applicant must be enrolled as a full-time music major or have applied for admission to the University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks, with music as the declared major. 

Visit our dedicated scholarship page to learn about the criteria and application processes for these music-specific opportunities!

Undergraduate Research & Creative Activity

The office of Undergraduate Research & Scholarly Activity (URSA)  is ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ's resource for the development and promotion of experiential learning activities that engage undergraduate students to support ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ's goal to become a leading student-focused research university.

Undergraduate research and creative activity at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ covers all disciplines, from climate sciences to music, engineering, anthropology, life sciences, art and theater.