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Frost School of Music Dean Shelly Berg Closes His Nearly Two Decade-Long Tenure by Securing More than $175 Million in Donations
Shelly Berg raised $175 million to fund scholarships and initiatives including the Knight Center for Music Innovation during his transformative 19-year leadership at Frost School of Music.
- On March 21, 2026, the Frost School of Music dean announced he will finish his nearly 20-year tenure after raising more than $175 million at the Knight Center in Coral Gables.
- Through alumni and industry ties, Berg secured opportunities for students, announced last year he would step down at the end of the 2025-2026 school year, and raised over $175 million for the school.
- Performers gathered at the end of the night to perform 'Change the World' as a tribute to Berg, including Frost School faculty performers.
- The University of Miami is currently selecting the next dean, and a majority of the donations will primarily fund scholarships for best-in-class students, following Berg's departure announcement.
- Founded in 1926, the Frost School of Music is recognized globally, and Shelly Berg’s leadership prepared thousands of students for lasting influence in music education.
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