PhD candidate in Dance Studies Chas Mamea is passionate about providing rangatahi with platforms to express themselves through dance.
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The autonomous nature of the Dance Studies programme empowered Janaína Moraes to design her own PhD journey.
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Bachelor of Dance Studies student Michaela completed a Summer Research Scholarship project investigating the future of dance education in Aotearoa.
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As a PhD candidate in Dance Studies, Syrai-Tiare has been able to explore her cultural identity and sense of belonging through movement.
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Kendall Jones loves the self-directed nature of postgraduate research and has recently begun her PhD in Dance Studies.
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Anton decided to study Dance Studies at the University because many artists he admired had studied it and he was curious to learn what helped them get to where they are.
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A career in clinical psychology is on the cards for Master of Dance Movement Therapy student and Kupe Scholarshsip recipient, Mackenzie Henderson-Wraight.
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Grace enjoys the friendly community within the Dance Studies Programme, and has formed great connections with people who share the same passion for dance.
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Read about Lily Carson's first year experience studying a Bachelor of Dance Studies.
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Maisie reveals the less-obvious yet crucial career skills cultivated in Dance Studies students.
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Get to know how Alaina's dance journey started and her experience in our Dance Studies Programme.
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Lecturer Dr Tia Reihana shares her postgraduate experience, and explains how what's important to you and your communities is absolutely relevant.
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Alfdaniels Mabingo was attracted to the University of Auckland because it’s one of very few institutions in the world to offer a PhD in Dance Studies.
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