Impulse Magazine
A yearly summary of upcoming event season that speaks to the impulse of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts to inspire, shape culture, expand minds, and foment change.
HFA Events
Discover what's happening at the College of Humanities and Arts. From musical concerts and theatrical productions to gallery exhibitions and artist talks, this season's diverse lineup promises something for everyone.
Featured Event
Hopper Visiting Artist Lecture: John Hitchcock
Join us Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. PAC 134 Reception to follow in BSo Gallery, Ayres Hall
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Janet Turner Print Museum
The Turner is home to more than 4,000 prints by artists from over 40 countries. Visit one of our many changing exhibitions, attend a visiting artist talk, or go behind the scenes in the collection archive.
Humanities Center
The Humanities Center creates and nurtures an interdisciplinary culture of ideas. Each year, a theme is selected, and prominent scholars and artists are invited to give presentations on campus. In addition to talks by outside speakers, the Center regularly hosts informal talks, debates, and panel discussions.
Events 2026
August 25-October 17 | Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press | The Turner
September 3 | Turner Talk & Reception: Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press | Talk, 5:30, Arts 150 | Reception to follow in galleries
September 15-November 21 | Trying to get it right: Michael Bishop | Jacki Headley University Art Gallery
September 17 | Opening Reception: Trying to get it right: Michael Bishop | 5:30 PM, Jacki Headley University Art Gallery
September 22 | University Film Series, Night Raiders | 6:00 PM, Ayres 106
September 24 | Hopper Visiting Artist Lecture, John Hitchcock | 5:30 PM, PAC 134
September 29-December 5 | Grace Hertlein: Early Digital Artist and Advocate | A Gallery
October 1- 11 | 35mm: A Musical Exhibition | Larry Wismer Theatre
October 8 | Curator Talk & Reception: Grace Hertlein: Early Digital Artist and Advocate
Talk, 5:30 PM, PAC 134 | Reception to follow in galleries
October 14 | Humanities Center Visiting Scholar, Ruben Reyes Jr. | 7:30 PM, Arts 150
October 15 | Department of Art and Art History, BFA Open Studios | 10:00 AM-3:00 PM, Ayres and Arts
October 17 | Night Creatures, Jazz X-Press Concert | 7:30 PM, Harlen Adams Theatre
October 24 | American Experience, Choral Concert | 7:30 PM, Harlen Adams Theatre
October 28 | Writer's Voice, Patricia Henley | 7:30 PM, Arts 150
November 3 | All Together Now, Concert Band/Jazz Too | 7:30 PM, Harlen Adams Theatre
November 7 | Autumnal Soundscapes, Wind Ensemble Concert | 7:30 PM, Harlen Adams
November 8 | Winds of Change, Clarinet and Brass Choirs | 2:00 PM Recital Hall
November 10 | University Film Series, Children of Men | 6:00 PM, Ayres 106
November 12-18 | The Thanksgiving Play | Larry Wismer Theatre
November 18 | Writer's Voice, Joanne Allred and Joshua McKinney | 7:30 PM, Arts 150
December 3 | Humanities Center Visiting Scholar, Rasheedah Phillips | 7:30 PM, PAC 134
December 3 | HFA Winter Bazaar | 4:00 PM-7:00 PM, ARTS Courtyard
December 5-6 | Glorious Sounds of the Season | Harlen Adams Theatre
Event Feed
Events through September 25, 2026
French Conversation HourThursday, September 10 at 4:00 p.m. PDTARTS 227BDepartment of Languages and Cultures
Japanese Conversation HourThursday, September 10 at 5:00 p.m. PDTARTS 227Department of Languages and Cultures
Korean Conversation HourTuesday, September 8 at 5:00 p.m. PDTARTS 227BDepartment of Languages and Cultures
Tie Dye WorkshopFriday, September 11 at 2:00 p.m. PDTARTS 208Art Education Student Club
USITT Club MeetingFriday, September 11 at 5:00 p.m. PDTPAC 261United States Institute for Theatre Technology - Chico Chapter
Spanish Conversation Hour (Hora de la Conversación)Monday, September 14 at 5:30 p.m. PDTARTS 227BDepartment of Languages and Cultures
Italian conversation hourWednesday, September 16 at 3:00 p.m. PDTARTS 227BDepartment of Languages and Cultures
German Conversation Hour (STAMMTISCH)Wednesday, September 16 at 4:00 p.m. PDTARTS 227BDepartment of Languages and Cultures
Philosophy Tea & TalkWednesday, September 16 at 4:00 p.m. PDTArts and Humanities Building, 2nd Floor Collaborative SpacePhilosophy Department
School of the Arts
In addition to presenting Music and Theatre events, the School of the Arts is also the home to several other campus-based arts organizations including The Humanities Center, The Turner, and SOTA Productions.
Language Conversation Hours
Come join us for Language Conversation Hours! All levels are welcome! Conversation Hours are open to all that have some knowledge of the language and wish to improve their proficiency.