David C. Howse
David C. Howse | |
|---|---|
| 10th president of California College of the Arts | |
| Assumed office October 25, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Stephen Beal |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Bradley University (BA) New England Conservatory of Music (MM) |
| Occupation | College president |
David C. Howse is an American academic administrator. He is the 10th president of the California College of the Arts in San Francisco.[1]
Biography
[edit]David Howse attended Bradley University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music; he then attended the New England Conservatory of Music where he graduated with a Master of Music in Vocal Performance.[1]
Prior to his appointment at CCA, he worked at the Boston Children's Chorus as the director of operations and Programs, eventually becoming executive director.[1][2]
At Emerson College, he served concurrently as the executive director of ArtsEmerson and Vice President of the Office of the Arts.[3] He also served as interim Vice President of Institutional Advancement. He helped fundraise $40 million and co-created the Boston Cultural Leaders Coalition to address equity challenges in the arts.[4]
In 2020, he was named one of the 100 most influential people in Boston by Boston Magazine.[5]
The French Government awarded Howse the title of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in November 2023.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "David Howse appointed president of California College of the Arts". CCA. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
- ^ "David C. Howse". BSO. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
- ^ "David C. Howse to leave ArtsEmerson for presidency of California college". The Boston Globe. October 28, 2023. pp. B6. Retrieved 2025-04-29 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Bravo, Tony (2023-10-25). "California College of the Arts announces new president". Datebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
- ^ "Power List: The 100 Most Influential Bostonians". Boston Magazine. 2020-04-28. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
- ^ "CCA President David C. Howse". CCA. Retrieved 2024-12-27.