Christine Howe

Christine Howe is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Dance at The University of Akron, part of the School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration. She teaches courses in Modern Technique, Composition, and Dance Theory, emphasizing creative exploration and individuality in her pedagogy.

Education:

• BFA from The University of Akron Honors College
• MFA from The University of Iowa (emphasis in performance)

Research interests include fostering empathetic, humanistic connections through performance. As a performer, she has collaborated with companies such as Dance Works Chicago, Neos Dance Theatre, and Armando Duarte, showcasing works at festivals like the American College Dance Association and Iowa Arts Festival. Her choreography has been presented by organizations including Columbus Contemporary Dance Company and The University of Akron Dance Company, focusing on transcending spectacle to build meaningful audience engagement.

Awards:

• Iowa Arts Fellowship (received as a graduate student)

Teaching & Mentorship: As a Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Iowa, she worked with dance scholar Rebekah Kowal. Her classroom approach prioritizes community-building and experimental creativity to nurture investigative curiosity among students.

Performance & Choreography: Active in both academic and professional dance spheres, her work bridges scholarly research with artistic practice. Notable performance venues include Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival and The University of Iowa Gala Concert.