Program Overview

Program Overview

The Colorado State University Online offers various programs, including Bachelor's Degrees, Master's Degrees, Ph.D. & Doctoral Degrees, Grad Certificates, Courses, and Professional Education.

Degree Programs

• Bachelor's Degrees
• Master's Degrees
• Ph.D. & Doctoral Degrees
• Grad Certificates

Course Details

LEAP 650 - Arts Events Management

LEAP 650 is a 3-credit course that focuses on the management of arts events, including festivals, art fairs, music concerts, and dance exhibitions. The course covers both practical and theoretical applications of event planning and management.

Prerequisite

• LEAP 500 (Leadership in the Arts)
• Must be enrolled in one of the following levels: Graduate (GR) or Professional (PR)

Textbooks and Materials

Textbook information is available at the CSU Bookstore about 3 weeks prior to the start of the term.

Instructors

Jill Stilwell

Jill Stilwell brings 25 years of public sector arts and culture experience to LEAP. She has expertise in managing and operating cultural facilities and programs, cultural planning, arts policy, public art, cultural capital projects, fundraising, grant writing, community engagement, and nonprofit arts management.

Course Schedule

Section 801 (Online)

• Date: Aug 25 - Dec 14, 2025 (16 weeks)
• Time: Asynchronous
• Drop and withdrawal deadlines:
  • 100% tuition and fees refunded: September 10, 2025
  • 50% tuition refunded with 'W' grade: October 20, 2025
  • No tuition refunded and 'W' grade: November 14, 2025
• Instructors: Jill Stilwell
• Tuition: $2,085 (subject to Board of Governors’ approval in early summer)