This program allows our dance minors the opportunity to gain professional leadership experience by serving other dance students within Southeastern’s contemporary dance company, Dance Performance Project, in preparation for a future career within the concert dance and studio management fields. Each DPP Student Ambassador will work directly with the Director of Dance in the areas of auditions, rehearsals, meetings, workshops, marketing, poster/program design, and concert/studio management.
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During my time as the Fall 2024 Dance Performance Project Senior Ambassador, I was able to learn several important skills I will be able to use in the future. Being the first named Ambassador, I did not have any guidance from previous ones to aid me in my duties. Learning alone with the assistance of my Company Director, Professor Skip I was able to formulate a way of doing things that worked for me. One of the greatest skills I was able to better myself in was time management. The Company was reliant on me to get information to them. I would have to ensure that emails, schedules, and other information was sent out in a timely order to the Company to have time to plan and prepare. Another important skill I used frequently during my time was technology. I was in charge of making rehearsal schedules, performance lineups, and hair and makeup requirement lists. I was able to make these look appealing along with ensuring I add all the required information given to me from Professor Skip. I am truly grateful for this experience and opportunity to work under Professor Skip and together with the Company. I encountered many valuable life lessons that will stay with me forever.
Being part of Southeastern’s Contemporary Dance Program for the past four years has been an incredible and transformative journey. This program has not only challenged me as a dancer but has also nurtured my growth as a leader, artist, and individual. This semester, I was deeply honored to serve as the company ambassador—a role that gave me the opportunity to lead with purpose, build meaningful connections, and creating a welcoming and supportive environment where every dancer felt safe to express their authentic selves. One of the most rewarding parts of this experience was forming deeper bonds within the company, not just through the language of movement, but through shared experiences, laughter, and collective creativity. I also had the privilege of designing posters and programs for our performances, which allowed me to explore the visual side of dance and further solidified my passion for storytelling through art. Southeastern’s dance program has played a vital role in shaping the strong, confident, and creative woman I am today. It has given me lifelong friendships, unforgettable memories, and a deeper appreciation for the power of dance as both a discipline and a form of connection. Thank you, Professor Skip, for believing in me and continuously inspiring us all. I am so excited to see the continued growth and success of this amazing program!