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Dia’s position at the University has been his first full-time teaching commitment, though he has previously taught on a smaller scale in film workshops across Africa.
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Mamadou Dia enriches filmmaking on grounds with his remarkable journey into the arts

 His hands-on knowledge in film as a director, writer, cinematographer and co-founder of film and television production company “JoyeDidi,” has made him a reliable professor for eager film students. Dia has used his unique background in culture and in film to teach filmmaking in Media Studies alongside 3000-level filmmaking in French as part of the language department.


Unlike a set playlist, a live DJ has the ability to read a crowd and respond, playing an active role in every college party — constantly syncing the soundtrack to the crowd to make the dancefloor come alive.
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Women DJs are changing live music culture for the better

The University’s music scene cultivates a vibrant community, fueled by the sense of connection that emerges from something as simple as dancing to good music with friends. Within this scene, a growing number of female DJs are making a name for themselves and shaking up the rhythm.


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Indieheads is one of many Contracted Independent Organizations at the University dedicated to music, though it stands out to students for many reasons. Indieheads President Brian Tafazoli describes his experience and involvement in Indieheads over the years, as well as the impact that the organization has had on his personal and musical development.