Get to know... Kay

Full Name:  Kay Andersen
Title: Associate Professor of Dance
Classes You Teach:  Modern Dance Technique, Tap Dance Technique, Improvisation, Dance Composition, Principles of Choreography, Social Dance, Dance Ensemble, Dance History II/Criticism, Arts Retrospective, Orchesis Advisor
Favorite Class to Teach:  This is a difficult question to answer, but I am going to say Dance Composition.  I see a great deal of growth in students’ approaches to choreography as they strive to find their creative voice through movement.  It is an exciting process.
Your Degrees and Where You Went to School:  B.A. from SUSC; M.A. from New York University

Favorite Band or CD:  Morcheeba
Favorite TV Show:  Last season, it was Grey’s Anatomy
Favorite Book: Books by John Irving
Favorite Movie:  It would be impossible to determine
Favorite Food: Thai food
Hometown: Petersboro, Utah

Favorite thing about SUU:  The chance to work with engaged students and professional colleagues.  It is extremely rewarding to see the growth of our students through their college years and to hear of their successes and challenges after they graduate.

Favorite thing to do in Cedar City:  Yard work, mountain activities

Why You Chose to Teach at SUU:  I chose SUU because of my relationship with the American Folk Ballet; incredible opportunities to grow as an educator and choreographer; the beautiful surroundings; the Dance Faculty; and the chance to be closer to family. I lived in concrete cities for 22 years before moving here and it has been a wonderful change.  SUU has been a perfect fit and I am thrilled to be here.

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