University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Department of Dance · Peck School of the Arts
- Where
- Milwaukee, WI
- Degrees
- BA · BFA · MFA · Certificate · Minor
- Contemporary
- African
About the Program
The Department of Dance at UW-Milwaukee's Peck School of the Arts is committed to the development of skillful and vibrant dance artists and educators in their pursuit of a comprehensive education built upon diverse practices, research, and community engagement. The innovative curriculum integrates multiple disciplines and somatic practices, creating a learning environment that balances body and mind knowledge with informed, creative expression. UWM offers a BA in Dance, BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography (Contemporary), MFA in Dance (low-residency), plus a Dance Performance Minor and a Somatics Undergraduate Certificate.
Degrees Offered
BA in Dance
BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography (Contemporary)
MFA in Dance (Low Residency, 2-3 years)
Somatics Undergraduate Certificate
African and Diaspora Dance Forms Microcredential
Dance Performance Minor
Concentrations
CourseworkRepresentative courses and the shape of the curriculum.
Innovative curriculum integrates multiple disciplines and somatic practices. African and Diaspora Dance Forms microcredential is a distinctive offering. Purpose-built studios and captivating performance spaces.
Notable Faculty
- Christal Wagner
- Maria Gillespie
Performance Opportunities
Students engage with Milwaukee professional dance companies including Danceworks, Ko-Thi, Wild Space, and project-based groups Hyperlocal MKE, Dawn Springer Projects, and Panadanza. Workshops and internships with MG/The Collaboratory and Bembe Dance and Drum. Faculty and students present at Death's Door Dance Festival, MKE Fringe Fest, and Milwaukee Film Festival.
Rankings & AlumniWhere the program ranks and the alumni it has produced.
Rankings
NASD-accredited institutional member since 9/1/2011.
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