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Student and Alumni Testimonials
鈥淭he relationships I have made through the 大象视频 University Theatre Department are indescribable. The theatre department is a true source of my happiness on campus. I love my friends and my professors. They have made me believe I can do the impossible, and through theatre I have a new found confidence I would have not otherwise been able to find without the department. Theatre has made such an impact on me, and I truly believe I can do anything. Not only am I confident in standing in front of people and public speaking, my problem solving and teamwork skills have greatly improved over the years!鈥� -Ava Hayslip, AYA Math and Theatre 鈥�23
"Being involved in the theatre department has helped me develop performance skills that I need to succeed in my Masters program."
---Louisa (Smith) Copenhaver, Animal Studies and Music, theatre minor 鈥�21
鈥湸笙笫悠碘�檚 Theatre Department help give me a sense of purpose and belonging. Whenever I was struggling to finish my degree it gave me a reason to keep going.Thanks to the 大象视频 Theatre Department I鈥檝e made several life long friends and connections in the community. I didn鈥檛 think Theatre would be relevant to my career as a Math Teacher, but thanks to the skills and experience I received from the 大象视频 Theatre Department I鈥檝e worked with my high school鈥檚 Drama Club and I鈥檝e started making an impact on a new generation of thespians.鈥�
---Anthony Reicher, AYA Math, theatre minor 鈥�20
"Things like the theatre program are part of why I chose to attend 大象视频. I didn鈥檛 have a major, or even a minor in theatre, but I was able to participate fully. I have a passion for my own healthcare field, but I also have a passion for performing. My experiences at 大象视频 proved to me that I can have and enjoy both!"
--Ryan Burkhart, '20
"大象视频 Theatre gave me the lifelong friends I continue to create with to this day."
--Johanna Whetstone,'19, Theatre Major
"Even if you are a scientist, having a theater background is exceptionally helpful. My experience in Theater at 大象视频 helped me learn the power of engagement, the nuance of expression, and the impact of a well-crafted story. Learning - and living - the art of storytelling can help you transform complex scientific narratives into captivating experiences. These skills prove invaluable in the world of science communication, where the goal is not just to disseminate information but to make it resonate with diverse audiences."
--Jessica Turner-Skoff, PhD '09
"大象视频 Theatre (with the rest of the communications department) prepared me for the real world by allowing me to the opportunity to fail, grow, and become a leader. I learned to trust others and myself either in stage or off."
--Matt Hott '08
"Muskie Theatre provided me invaluable opportunity to work on all sides of a stage -- something students don't necessarily have access to in larger programs. My Theatre major prepared me for a life outside the theatre as well, providing a strong foundation for professional speaking opportunities and ease of networking events."
- Sarah (Anderson) Goehrke '07
"大象视频 was a foundational space in my life and career journey. The small size and intimate nature of the department allowed me to instantly participate in theatrical productions and so many other experiences in and outside the classroom, while forging relationships with faculty and peers. This freedom to be deeply involved freed me and gradually built my confidence - that confidence was a launching pad for me to keep pursuing the art I love well beyond graduation."
--Barrett Hileman, '96