The School of Dance recently published a story, “Double majoring dancers in the School of Dance,” touting the school’s support of students diversifying their skillset.
Student writer Gwendolyn Buettner profiles several dancers to get their perspective, including fourth-year student Maddy Reznicki, who is majoring in dance and marketing from the Eller College of Management.
“I am super passionate about social media, creating things and building a brand,” she said.
Read the full story here, “Double majoring dancers in the School of Dance.”
Pursuing dance and business at the same time comes with a busy schedule. As a student worker and a double major, she said her schedule includes 8 a.m. classes, long walks across campus, shifts at the dance office, and various club meetings.
“At the end of the day I either have rehearsals or a club meeting,” she said. “I am a part of our dance club, ‘Dance Collective,’ and a marketing club, ‘Rising Stars in Marketing.’”
Utilizing different skills across each of her majors she said has been a benefit to her, adding that she uses creativity and vulnerability when dancing and analytical skills in marketing.
Also interviewed was Nikki Martin and Sophie McCutcheon, both dance and biology majors.
“The biggest reason for the decision to double major came with wanting to get the most out of my education,” said McCutheon.
In some situations, at some universities, it’s not easy or allowed to double major.
“We support students who wish to pursue a double major, because the ability to hold multiple skillsets in today’s professional environment is always an asset,” said Director Duane Cyrus.
“The School of Dance is unique in that we offer students the opportunity for in-depth professional dance training in a Research-1 institution that prepares each student for career success,” he said. “We have a team of faculty and staff that work with students to tailor their learning experiences in dance while also pursuing another degree. The ability to double-major is a feature that more programs are building into their curriculum, and we remain competitive in that we work with the student to shape the best path for them.”
- Read the full story here, “Double majoring dancers in the School of Dance.”