Program Recognition
•NASD-accredited since 1982 — one of few programs accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance
•One of the first private liberal arts colleges with accredited programs in all four fine arts areas
Training
•Required curriculum spans ballet, modern, jazz, tap, and hip-hop — rare breadth for a single program
•Balances theoretical and technical dance studies with liberal arts education
•Emphasizes growth across artistic, intellectual, physical, and spiritual dimensions
Performance & Productions
•Regular departmental concerts and showcases
•StrikeTime Dance Theatre — student-run company producing public performances
•Senior Capstone Designer Run
•Dow Center (primary rehearsal and performance space)
•Knickerbocker Theatre (downtown Holland community performances)
•DeWitt Student and Cultural Center (capstone events)
Study Abroad
•Students can study at partner institutions across the country and around the globe
