Shannon Mockli

Shannon Mockli is an Associate Professor of Dance at the University of Oregon's School of Music and Dance (SOMD). Her career spans performance, choreography, and dance media production.

• Educated at the University of Utah with an MFA (2008) and BFA (2003) in Modern Dance
• Active performer with renowned choreographers like Stephen Koester, Doug Elkins, and Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival collaborators
• Pioneer in dance videography, serving as director/editor for international festivals and co-creator of promotional media for modern dance departments

Her research focuses on Dance, particularly integrating video technology into performance and pedagogy. Notable achievements include the L. Scott Marsh Mentorship Award (2008) and leadership roles in dance film competitions. Shannon has taught modern dance technique, improvisation, and composition, bridging traditional performance with digital innovation.