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The UWM Department of Dance fosters the growth of dynamic, skilled dance professionals and educators through a well-rounded program rooted in varied dance traditions, scholarly inquiry, and community involvement. Our department maintains a strong local and regional influence while expanding horizons through national and international connections. Undergraduate and graduate studies focus on cultivating artistic uniqueness and equipping students with essential professional competencies for careers in performance, choreography, and teaching. The forward-thinking course structure blends diverse dance forms with body-mind disciplines, fostering an educational atmosphere that equally values technical mastery and imaginative artistry.
Our learning community includes resident faculty, adjunct instructors, and visiting artists who champion diverse perspectives, nurture personal growth, and support students' multifaceted aspirations. Each term, distinguished guest artists enhance our curriculum by exposing students to contemporary global dance methodologies. These initiatives provide targeted, practical training that prepares graduates for enduring success in dance professions and adjacent creative fields.