SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa., May 21 -- Slippery Rock University issued the following news release:

Elevating student success and regional arts scene, Slippery Rock University has received approval for listing by the National Association of Schools of Theatre for its Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Arts theatre programs. This milestone underscores SRU's ongoing commitment to delivering an exceptional, affordable arts education that drives student growth, launches dynamic careers and deeply engages the surrounding community.

NAST accreditation has been earned by four distinct programs: the BFA in acting, the BFA in musical theatre, the BA in theatre arts management and the BA in theatre studies, adding to existing NAST accreditations for the B...