Meredith Sims

Meredith Sims, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Dance and Coordinator of the Dance Program at Coker University. She holds a B.A. in Dance with a Jazz concentration from Point Park University, an M.S. in Kinesiology and Health Promotion (Dance Education focus) from the University of Kentucky, and a Ph.D. in Education Sciences (Dance Education) from the University of Kentucky.

• B.A.: Conservatory of Performing Arts, Point Park University (Pittsburgh, PA)
• M.S.: University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY)
• Ph.D.: University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY)

Her research focuses on Dance Education methodologies, Jazz Dance technique, and Dance Kinesiology. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches linking movement science with pedagogical practices. Sims values collaborative environments, stating her favorite aspect of Coker is working with "interesting and passionate people."