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91³Ô¹ÏÍø Fine and Performing Arts Hall of Fame Committee seeking nominations

November 10, 2025
Story by Joe Vinduska

The 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Fine and Performing Arts Hall of Fame Committee is inviting the public to submit nominations for 91³Ô¹ÏÍø faculty, alumni, or individuals associated with the College who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their artistic field.

Over its 56-year history, 91³Ô¹ÏÍø has been a regional leader in arts and arts education. This marks the Hall of Fame’s second year. Last year, the committee honored the following individuals who laid a foundation for the arts in the region through their years of service as 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Fine and Performing Arts faculty:

  • Steve Dudek (Instructor of Art, 1977-2018)
  • Ken Shaheen (Choral Director, 1970-1992)
  • Bob Loss (Director of Theatre, 1987-2007)
  • JB Webster (Director of Instrumental Music, 1969-1991)

Those wishing to submit a nomination can fill out a brief form at .

Nominations will be accepted until Nov. 17 at 11 p.m. Any submissions received after the deadline will be held for consideration during next year’s award cycle. The 2025 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Fine and Performing Arts Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized during the Holiday Concert Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Auditorium.

For more information, Contact Fine and Performing Arts Coordinator Danika Bielek at (620) 792-9253 or bielekd@bartonccc.edu.