Scholar/Artist Award

The NDA Scholar/Artist is selected by the NDA Research Committee. The awardee serves for one year beginning at the AAHPERD national convention at which he/she delivers the NDA Scholar/Artist Lecture. The NDA Scholar/Artist is awarded a plaque at the national convention, and a written version of the lecture may be published by and available through the National Dance Association.

Selection Criteria

NDA Scholar/Artist Nominee shall:

  • Have a scholarly record as evidenced by publications, presentations and other creative works including choreography extending over ten (10) years
  • Be currently producing scholarly materials or other creative works
  • Document in-depth study of dance
  • Be capable of communicating ideas and knowledge to selected arts groups as well as to groups in the Alliance disciplines


NDA Scholar/Artist Winners

2012 Scholar/Artist: Josie Metal-Corbin

2011 Scholar/Artist: Karen Kaufmann

2009 Scholar/Artist: Marita Cardinal

2008 Scholar/Artist: Wendy Oliver of Providence College

 

For more information, please contact nda@aahperd.org or call 703.476.3464.