Meet Our Graduates

“BU has been an incredible experience, one that has helped me further my expertise and improve my teaching experience. I’m so blessed to have been a part of this rewarding program.”
— Lindsey Lewis, Maynardville, TN (MA)

“This program has been transformative for my personal and professional growth. It has allowed me endless opportunities to grow in my practice daily, applying what I have learned into my teaching methods while working full-time as a middle school art teacher. The program’s flexibility in the courses and choices allowed on my track have been amazing! I could not recommend this program more!”
— Madeline Stambaugh, Winston-Salem, NC (MA)

“I am extremely pleased with this program. It has, by far, exceeded my expectations. Through the courses that were offered, I have gained new knowledge, understandings, and skills in my field. I am amazed at how I have rediscovered my artist self in connection with my teacher self. In addition, I have built stronger relationships with my colleagues and administrators. Bonds have also been built amongst my classmates and I and I am confident that we will stay in touch in the future by communicating and sharing our ideas and findings in the field of art education. This program has certainly aided me in becoming a better artist and teacher.”
— Emily Rice, Indiana, PA (MA)

Going through the online Master’s of Art Education program has reinvigorated my teaching practice and gave me personal art education experiences that have made me grow both as an educator and an artist. Thank you.
— Brandon Boule, Lee, MA (MA)

“This program has expanded my horizons and allowed me to advance professionally and achieve greater excellence as a music educator.”
– Tyler Johnson, Lancaster, CA (MM)

“The Master of Music in Music Education is a program that taught me, not only about how to be a better music educator but also how to be a more caring and equitable educator. The program at BU cares about incorporating social justice issues and activism in the courses they offer. This program has given me the confidence, knowledge, and resources to become a socially active music educator that stands up for the voices of her students. This program is flexible and the professors are caring, knowledgeable, and top-notch. I am thankful that I chose BU for my master’s degree.”
– Caitlin Nicks, Bismark, ND (MM)

“This program has been incredibly helpful in expanding my teaching practice to be more inclusive and culturally responsive to my student demographic. I have learned ways in which I can connect better with my students and keep them actively engaged in music making both in and outside of school. The professors and facilitators have all been welcoming and helpful, and the course material was consistently applicable to my current teaching practice. Each course pushed to expand my understanding of music education and its role in our society, and our schools. I am grateful to have these experiences to take with me on future endeavors in my career!”
– Rachael Howard, Liverpool, NY (MM)

“The online program allowed me to achieve my dream while continuing to work and be a mom. The professors were amazing, and my BU Cohort has been the best part of this journey. I have a family of fellow scholars with whom I will be friends even for years after graduation.”
— Christiane Gilbert, Frisco, TX (DMA)

“This program was one of the most challenging and rewarding endeavors I have ever undertaken. The professors were first class. The course work challenged me to think out of the box, but also gave me room to express my opinions in my own way. I found my voice as a scholar at BU, and for that I am eternally grateful.”
— Christian Emigh, Oakland, CA (DMA)

“I am grateful for the faculty and staff who assisted in this life-changing journey. The BU CFA School of Music is a great mix of family, academia and creative community.”
— Lenora Helm Hammonds, Durham, NC (DMA)

“The moment I stepped off the plane and met another BU residency student, that week turned out to be the most valuable and amazing experience of my entire time as a student at Boston University. The CFA faculty and staff were so extremely helpful, understanding, and genuine in their efforts to help us focus our tasks. The daily work was pertinent to our studies, and the evenings were filled with fun times! The most rewarding experience for me was finally meeting face to face those whom with I had been in classes over the past few years, and being surrounded by such intellectualism. In sharing this experience with my colleagues and the professors, I feel I have not only been able to focus more on my topic of research, but I have made some good life-long friends.”
— Denisse Santos, Charleston, SC (DMA)