Every year we have a survey available to students to gauge what artists the campus community wants. But just remember, it is impossible to please everyone, all of the time. Sometimes we don't even know until a few weeks before. To join this listserve, see BOC's Distribution L ist. Also check out Upcoming Events to see if updated-info has been posted.
Chances are, No.
But it depends on the artist. Many artists are very willing to hang out and sign autographs after a show but others leave almost immediately afterwards. But attendance is not the only way to judge success. Many of us feel that T ake 6 was our most successful show because it acknowledged a musical interest often forgotten on this campus. On the other hand, shows like Live and Natalie Merchant appealed to the mainstream and are now extremely popular.