Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1838 by Methodists and Quakers, the university moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke.
At Duke University in Durham, NC, the Dance Program offers a comprehensive major and minor, viewing dance as a vital form of embodied knowledge and creative expression. This program emphasizes intellectual discovery and interdisciplinary collaboration, engaging students with dance's potential to serve society. The curriculum explores historical, cultural, and practical aspects, welcoming students with varying levels of prior experience. Integrated within Duke's vibrant arts scene, the program benefits from numerous student-led dance groups and professional performances hosted by Duke Performances, providing a rich environment for study and practice.
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