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Pursuing post-secondary education, training or employment in the Arts is often a difficult decision for most. Why is it such a difficult decision? I think we are reminded during a time like now, where arts Organization and Arts Businesses are not just struggling to stay open, but shutting down. It is during times like these where we realize the instability, the lack of financial security and employment opportunities there is in Dance. But we, the dance community have to despite constantly facing challenges must unite and inform. We must continue to educate the public about the benefits of an education in dance. Today we discuss the benefits of pursuing an education in dance whether you decide to pursue a career in dance or not with the help of Professor Emeritus Ms. Tauna Hunter.
GUEST: Tauna Hunter is a retired Professor and Chair of Dance at Mercyhurst University. She earned B.F.A. and M.F.A. degree in ballet performance and choreography. In 1985, she co-founded DANSOURCE, and as its managing director, she was highlighted in “Megatrends 2000” and featured in “Success” Magazine as a trendsetter in the future of the arts. She has been honoured with the Chautauqua Artist Teacher Award, the University of Utah Legacy Award and was highlighted in the July 2017 issue of Dance Teacher Magazine. She has served many boards including the University of Utah Artistic Advisory Council, the Advisory Boards of Ballet Concerto and Dance Now Miami.
LINKEDIN: Tauna Hunter
Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.
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By DCPursuing post-secondary education, training or employment in the Arts is often a difficult decision for most. Why is it such a difficult decision? I think we are reminded during a time like now, where arts Organization and Arts Businesses are not just struggling to stay open, but shutting down. It is during times like these where we realize the instability, the lack of financial security and employment opportunities there is in Dance. But we, the dance community have to despite constantly facing challenges must unite and inform. We must continue to educate the public about the benefits of an education in dance. Today we discuss the benefits of pursuing an education in dance whether you decide to pursue a career in dance or not with the help of Professor Emeritus Ms. Tauna Hunter.
GUEST: Tauna Hunter is a retired Professor and Chair of Dance at Mercyhurst University. She earned B.F.A. and M.F.A. degree in ballet performance and choreography. In 1985, she co-founded DANSOURCE, and as its managing director, she was highlighted in “Megatrends 2000” and featured in “Success” Magazine as a trendsetter in the future of the arts. She has been honoured with the Chautauqua Artist Teacher Award, the University of Utah Legacy Award and was highlighted in the July 2017 issue of Dance Teacher Magazine. She has served many boards including the University of Utah Artistic Advisory Council, the Advisory Boards of Ballet Concerto and Dance Now Miami.
LINKEDIN: Tauna Hunter
Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.