University of Iowa Hosts Hawkeye Dance Day for Prospective Students

The University of Iowa Department of Dance has scheduled Hawkeye Dance Day, welcoming prospective Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and minor candidates to campus for placement classes, faculty interactions, and optional performance events.

Who is eligible to attend Hawkeye Dance Day and what are the requirements?

Whether students have already applied to the University of Iowa or are just exploring their options, the department opens its doors to all prospective dancers looking to join the community. According to the official event details published by the university, performing a solo is strictly required for BFA applicants and BA scholarship candidates.

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Registration requires prospective students to email the department at [email protected] with their full name, email address, phone number, current year in school, and intended dance degree—choosing between the BA, BFA, or minor tracks.

What is the schedule for Hawkeye Dance Day?

The day kicks off bright and early at 8:30 a.m. with check-in, where studios open for individual warm-ups and coffee, tea, and light snacks are provided for both visiting students and their families. At 9:00 a.m., participants meet the faculty before moving into a 15-minute group warm-up.

The academic portion begins at 9:30 a.m. with a contemporary and improvisation class running until 10:50 a.m. Following a quick ten-minute break, a ballet class takes over the studios from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The mandatory and scholarship solo performances run from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., right before a scheduled lunch break.

A question-and-answer session running from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. pairs parents and students directly with current students and faculty members. Visitors can then join an optional informal student gathering hosted by the Undergraduate Dance Organization from 2:30 to 3:00 p.m., followed by an optional tour of the Space Place Theater from 3:30 to 4:00 p.m.

Where can attendees see additional performances?

For visitors staying through the evening, the department has slated an optional Dance Gala performance at Hancher Auditorium for 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the evening gala must be acquired separately through the Hancher Box Office.