Our History

[FILL IN: Opening paragraph about COMD’s 25+ year history. Set the stage — when was the department founded, by whom, and what vision drove its creation. Suggested: 75-100 words.]

Founding & Early Years (1998–2005)

[FILL IN: The founding story. Who were the key people involved? What was the original curriculum? What were the early milestones — first graduating class, first major student project, early facilities? Suggested: 100-150 words.]

Growth & Recognition (2006–2015)

[FILL IN: How the department expanded during this period. Cover topics such as: joining CILECT, launching PASO film festival, new faculty hires, curriculum evolution, student achievements and awards, growing international partnerships. Suggested: 150-200 words.]

Innovation & Expansion (2016–Present)

[FILL IN: Recent developments and current direction. Include: the Dolby Atmos suite installation, the Media Archaeology Lab, new graduate programs, digital media curriculum additions, research cluster formation, and the department’s vision for the future. Suggested: 150-200 words.]