The University of Nevada, Reno School of Music in the College of Liberal Arts is pleased to announce the appointment of Maureen Yuen, Ed.D., a distinguished violinist, pedagogue and researcher, starting January 2025. Yuen’s career spans teaching, research and performance, making her a valuable addition to the School’s faculty.

Yuen brings extensive experience from her tenured position at Drake University, and positions at Columbia University, Mercyhurst University and SUNY Fredonia, where she received the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Her students have earned scholarships and assistantships at institutions such as the Juilliard School and Indiana University. Additionally, she serves as a senior examiner and strings specialist for the Royal Conservatory of Music in Canada.

An active performer, Yuen’s engagements include solo and chamber music performances, master classes and adjudication worldwide. She is dedicated to showcasing works from underrepresented composers, as highlighted in her recent solo recording, “Violin Music by Women: A Graded Anthology, Volumes 1 & 2,” released by Albany Records in 2023.

Reed Chamberlin, director of the School of Music, expressed his enthusiasm for Yuen’s arrival: “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Yuen to our faculty. Her breadth of contributions across teaching, research and performance is exceptional, and we are excited about the opportunities her expertise will bring. We look forward to enhancing our partnerships with schools and the community as a result of her extensive experience and dedication.”

Yuen’s scholarly contributions include articles in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences. Her research focuses on access and equity in applied music, challenging traditional pedagogical models and promoting diversity in the performing arts. She recently contributed a chapter to the forthcoming book, “The Applied Studio Model in Higher Music Education: Critical Perspectives and Opportunities,” edited by Kelly Parkes and Ryan Daniel, to be published by Routledge in 2024.

Cassie Isabelli, dean of the College of Liberal Arts remarked, “Dr. Yuen brings a fresh perspective that will undoubtedly strengthen our college’s dedication to cultivating an environment where creativity and academic rigor thrive.”

In addition to her teaching and performing roles, Yuen serves on the editorial board of the American String Teacher Journal and as string editor of Rising Tide Music Press.

Yuen shared her excitement, “The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and students in such a dynamic and inclusive environment will foster high standards, creativity and community involvement in music. I look forward to contributing to the University’s mission of preparing students for sustainable careers and advancing research in applied music.”

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