David C. Howse
American academic administrator
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David C. Howse is an American academic administrator. He is the 10th president of the California College of the Arts in San Francisco.[1]
New England Conservatory of Music (MM)
David C. Howse | |
|---|---|
| 10th president of California College of the Arts | |
| Assumed office October 25, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Stephen Beal |
| Personal details | |
| Education | Bradley University (BA) New England Conservatory of Music (MM) |
| Occupation | College president |
Biography
David C. 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]
On October 25, 2023, the College of the Arts announced that Howse would serve as its tenth president.[1][7]