Access & Engagement

Cultivating the next generation of creative leaders 
while expanding access to the arts for all.

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Give us a call or send us an email at:

Access & Engagement
(949) 824-8976
artsengagement@uci.edu

4000 Mesa Rd, Suite 200
Irvine, CA 92697-2775

Connecting campus and community through the arts

Access & Engagement at the Claire Trevor School of the Arts (UCI Arts) connects UCI Arts with the community through meaningful experiences that transform lives – on campus and beyond.

We support students' professional development and shape the next generation of leaders. We work with faculty, staff, and community partners to build a more vibrant creative community in Orange County. We're committed to creating spaces that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming — especially for communities that have historically been left out of the arts and higher education.

This work is made possible through generous support from Steven M. Sorenson Foundation, Pacific Life Foundation, Farmers & Merchants Bank Foundation, and Richard B. Siegel Foundation. 

Programs & Resources

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Career Resources

Browse career resources that support career exploration, professional development, and pathways into the arts and related industries. 

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Arts Launch

The Arts Launch Internship Program connects UCI Arts students with arts management internships in Orange County's creative sector.

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Creative Connections

Creative Connections offers UCI Arts students teaching artist internships working with K12 educators in Orange County.

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Professional Programs

Access & Engagement offers professional certificate and degree programs for working artists and students, providing experiential learning in collaboration with campus and creative sector partners.

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By the Numbers

Our Annual Impact

Empowering UCI Arts to connect with the community, extending our reach beyond the university for years to come.

25+
UCI Arts Interns
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3000+
Orange County Community Members
20+
Schools and Arts Organizations
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