David C. Howse

David C. Howse
10th president of California College of the Arts
Incumbent
Assumed office October 25, 2023
Preceded by	Stephen Beal
Personal details
Education	Bradley University (BA) New England Conservatory of Music (MM)
Occupation	College president

David C. Howse is the 10th and current president of the California College of the Arts.[1]

Biography

David 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. 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.[3]

In 2020, he was named one of the 100 most influential people in Boston by Boston Magazine.[4]

The French Government awarded Howse the title of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in November 2023.[5]

References

1. "David Howse appointed president of California College of the Arts". CCA. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
2. "David C. Howse". BSO. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
3. Bravo, Tony (2023-10-25). "California College of the Arts announces new president". Datebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
4. "Power List: The 100 Most Influential Bostonians". Boston Magazine. 2020-04-28. Retrieved 2024-12-27.
5. "CCA President David C. Howse". CCA. Retrieved 2024-12-27.