Training
•Geared for students interested in careers teaching dance, owning a studio, and/or bringing dance to diverse communities and faith-based or civic engagements
•Students eligible to pursue California Teaching Credential in Dance for secondary schools
•Credential pathway includes minor in Education and option to earn MA in Education through LMU's 4+1 program
•Rigorous and inclusive dance training in Los Angeles
•Distinguished and accomplished faculty with real-world knowledge and professional connections
•Guest artists include Bill T. Jones, Dana Wilson, Entity Contemporary Dance, Amanda Grind, and Pat Taylor
Notable Alumni
•Marjani Forte '04 — interdisciplinary artist and activist; credited with leadership in dance education and community organizing
•Jess Harper '02 — long-time program advocate and dance education professional
Value
•Priority access to DEL Scholarship, Bill T. Jones Internship, Panama Scholarships
•Leadership roles in NDEO and Movement Exchange Chapters
•Community Dance Project Leadership Roles and Rehearsal Directing Roles
