YEARLY SNAPSHOT
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
The IML supports all matriculated students at the Eastman School of Music. A total of 584 students (63% of Eastman’s student body) engaged with the IML office this year via course offerings, events, advising and grant applications. Many students have engaged in more than one opportunity with the IML.
INTERNSHIPS, GRANTS, & GUEST ADVISING
Throughout the course of the year, the IML offers an assortment of ways to learn and grow—from experiential to guided learning:
FUNDING SUPPORT
The IML funds a variety of opportunities that supports the learning, research, networking, and skill development of Eastman students, alumni, faculty, and staff.
“The Institute for Music Leadership is essential to the careers of Eastman students. The unique opportunities,
services, and insight that this robust department offers are nothing short of spectacular. Navigating the field of music as a performer, educator,
composer, or administrator can feel incredibly daunting at times, and yet, the Faculty and Staff at the IML empower and equip its students with the knowledge and skills necessary to find success in the industry.”
Brandon Berlanga ‘25E (MM)
GUIDED LEARNING
ADVISING
The IML provides one-on-one and small group advising for Eastman School of Music students and alumni up to five years post graduation. These advising sessions include topics such as career explorations, application materials, grant proposals, networking, and non-profit and for-profit entrepreneurial support. The philosophy that guides the IML’s advising and career support is based on the Design Your Life model with four core steps: get curious, try stuff out, talk to people, and tell your story.
“I’m currently putting together notes for my faculty portfolio, which will be reviewed by my department chair. There’s a section here for reflection on goals/challenges, and as I’m gathering my thoughts, I realize our sessions and your advice often comes to mind whenever I consider the nature of my work as a professor — what to include in my curriculum and how I teach it so that it can be engaging for my students. I can’t thank you enough for all your help! I didn’t even know how to begin putting together an application last year, and it’s been an absolutely wonderful learning experience. I’m excited to keep on working together and sincerely hope I can return the favor one day.”
Alex Lo ’23E (DMA)
- 31% Undergraduate
- 47% Graduate
- 11% Alumni
- 11% Other