Cheng Chen is a new assistant professor in the Department of Art, Art History, and Architecture at Ithaca College. Brought in at the start of Fall 2025, Chen is currently teaching Architecture Across Cultures and will be receiving his Doctor of Philosophy in the Constructed Environment from the University of Virginia in December.

Jerry Mirskin, associate professor of writing, recently released "Crepuscular Non Driveway," his third collection of poetry.

Cass Spencer, an award-winning creative and art director, visited the college and gave a lecture on taking advantage of data visualization. Assistant Accent Editor Steven Pirani spoke with Spencer about his career and design philosophy.

Comedian Joe Pera '10 sat down with Staff Writer Steven Pirani to discuss his career and what's next for him.