Stephen Eaves

Stephen Eaves is an accomplished academic leader in the performing arts, currently serving as the Dean of the College of Music and Performing Arts at Belmont University since August 2019. Previously, Eaves held the position of Dean at the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Belmont University from August 2016 to August 2019, where a strong focus on creativity and student-centered learning was emphasized. Eaves also led the Division of Fine Arts at Friends University from June 2011 to June 2016, enhancing programs in Visual Art, Music, Theatre, and Dance. Eaves holds a Doctor of Music Arts degree in Conducting from the University of South Carolina, a Master’s in Choral Music Education from the University of Mississippi, and a Bachelor’s in Music Teacher Education from Union University.