AATA Podcast: The College Dance Experience

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February 26, 2023 • 1 hr 6 min

Yasi and Steven explore college dance education at one of the largest performing arts programs in the country, the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance. Specifically, we talk about adapting to a rapidly evolving post-COVID educational environment, the effects of the Michigan State University shooting on students and faculty, integrating Black activism into one’s artistic journey, the effects of competition dance on college dance education, and mental health.

Guests: Our guests on this exploration are Jillian Hopper, assistant professor of dance at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance, and Brooke Taylor, senior dance major at SMTD and founder of Black Scholars in Dance.

Hosts: Dr. Steve Karageanes and Yasi Ansari

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