Dance

The Dance Minor program at Miami University has provided me with a number of experiences that allowed me to see what I was capable of inside the field of dance. Each course provided me with a different learning opportunity that expanded my knowledge of dance. As a result of the program, I have a better understanding of various forms of dance, choreographic intention, and performance. Each of these things have helped me in moving forward as a dancer, as well as giving me the skills to work as a dance teacher/choreographer.

Sarah Finley, ’23

Taking risks. In all aspects of life, whether it may be in the classroom or the studio, there is no secret formula to follow while creating, implementing, or simply exploring. This is one of the greatest lessons I learned while studying dance at Miami — and one that I reflect on constantly. There is a true beauty in allowing vulnerability to play an active role in all that you do; being okay with the many pitfalls that may define an experience; trusting you have access to all you need to get the job done.

Genáe Yeldell, ’22

The dance minor program and the people in it, was hands down the most life-changing experience in my undergraduate career. It not only helped heal my relationship with dance, but it completely exposed me to new realms of movement and pedagogy. I would never have discovered my potential as a choreographer or my interest in a career combining dance movement therapy and medicine without the experiences and guidance I received from this program.

Haley Seig, ’23