Adam Slee is the Dean of Performing Arts. He holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Theatre Pedagogy from Southeastern Oklahoma State University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Theatrical Arts for Stage and Screen from Utah Valley University. With more than 16 years of experience in teaching and leading in arts education, Adam says he has witnessed the profound impact that arts education can have on students’ educational development both in the United States and abroad.
Commencement 2026: Relishing ‘Moments of Awe’ Now and in the Future
Caps off to the Class of 2026! On a clear, crisp Sunday morning, the D-E community celebrated our seniors reaching the end of one chapter and the beginning of a new one. Commencement 2026 was called to order with a ceremonial bell-ringing by Student Body...











