Archive: News
SMTD’s Commitment to Act Against Racial Injustice
Johanna Kepler, BFA Dance ’20
Johanna Kepler, BFA Dance ’20
As a choreographer, dancer, and activist, Johanna came to Michigan to meld her talents as an artist with her passion for social justice. And now, she’s doing this by developing projects like her new interview series, The Power of the Performing Arts. Read more
Michael Kropf, DMA Composition ’22
Michael Kropf, DMA student in composition
When Michael arrived at Michigan, he was struck by the ways faculty support each student’s musical journey. This hasn’t changed during the pandemic. With help from Prof. Matt Albert, Michael just held a virtual premiere of his new composition “Distant Sea” with 14 performers playing each part from home. Read more
Professor Emeritus W. Malm Receives Imperial Decorations from Japan
Professor Danielle Belen
Professor Danielle Belen
Focused on resilient teaching in the wake of COVID-19, Danielle Belen shares how her pedagogical approach is changing to meet the needs of her students. Read more
Charles Lwanga Joins SMTD Department of Musicology in Fall Semester
Mackenzie Pierce Joins SMTD in Fall 2020
