I am in the dance science program at Texas A&M
University. “Dance science” simply means that in addition to dance technique
and choreography courses, we take kinesiology classes and approach the art of dance
with a holistic health mindset. Dancers may gain knowledge in injury
prevention, nutrition, basic anatomy, biomechanics and the reasons why their
bodies move the way they do from a teacher who understands these disciplines
and their association with dance. This method essentially emphasizes a greater appreciation
for a dancer’s health and wellness. Within the program, there is a Dance
Science Student Committee that puts on a student-led symposium and produces a
newsletter each semester. I have the privilege of serving on this committee and
through my involvement, have learned a lot about organizing events, and writing
for the dance community, both of which will come in handy in my future career
as a dance educator. I have attached the most recent newsletter and a link to
the TAMU Dance Program Facebook page, which has videos of some student’s
presentations at the symposium! As always, feel free to reach out if you have
any questions.
Program website: http://dance.tamu.edu/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/tamudance/
Newsletter:
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