The Sarofim School of Fine Arts exists to teach Southwestern students the full spectrum of the fine arts. Every performance, recital, exhibit, and lecture represents a teaching moment as the Sarofim School prepares students to become contributors to society, whether as professionals in the fine arts or as knowledgeable citizens versed in the arts.

To ensure that Southwestern can continue providing the broadest experiences for learning and teaching the fine arts, Southwestern established the Friends of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts. Your membership and financial support ensure a healthy academic future.

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Membership Benefits

When you become a Friend, you’ll receive exclusive benefits throughout the year.

• 4 events each year in Music, Theatre, Art or Art History- 2 in the fall and 2 in the spring. 
• Pre- or post-event socials with each Friends event
• Exclusive fine arts lectures and curtain talks
• Option to reserve 2 complimentary tickets before public access to Southwestern’s popular Shilling Lecture (past speakers include Bill Moyers, Jimmy Carter, Desmond Tutu, Benazir Bhutto and Bill Bradley)
• Invitation to out-of-town Art Adventures, touring exhibitions and special collections (for an additional fee) 

In addition to the above, members joining at the $1,000 and above level receive:

• Southwestern’s Homecoming Donor Recognition event

In addition to the above, members joining at the $2,500 and above level receive:

• Special events hosted by the Dean of Fine Arts.

Since We Already Have So Many Friends in Common, Why Not Make It Official?

Join the Friends of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts. Each membership is for a household (two persons), and single members may bring a guest to each event. The tax-deductible portion of the membership is the amount given beyond $250 which covers food and beverage at events throughout the season.

Membership levels:

First time members join the Dean’s Council at the special discounted rate of $250 for their 1st year!