Hannah Andersen

Hannah Andersen is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in Dance at the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance, Wayne State University. Her work focuses on dance science, dancer wellness, pedagogy, and technique integration. She teaches in BS/BFA Dance Programs, the MA Teaching Artistry Program, and oversees the Pilates Mentorship Program for students pursuing certifications.

Education:

• MFA in Dance (University of Oregon, 2017)
• BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography (2010)
• NCPT National Pilates Certification (2021)
• FMT Functional Movement Techniques (Rocktape, 2019)
• CPI Comprehensive Pilates Certification (Balanced Body University, 2012)

Research Interests: Andersen’s work bridges dance pedagogy and somatic practices, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to movement education. Collaborations with the Eugene Applebaum Physical Therapy Program explore dance-specific movement screenings. She actively contributes to organizations like the National Dance Education Organization and International Association of Dance Medicine and Science.

Awards:

• 2022 Sue Nine Award for Faculty Excellence
• 2018 Doug Risner Prize for Emerging Dance Researchers
• 2023 Ruth Lovell Murray Book Award (co-authored work)

Professional Activities: Andersen performs and choreographs with Bellingham Repertory Dance and teaches Pilates workshops through Hannah Andersen Dance. She holds residencies nationwide and internationally, advocating for interdisciplinary movement practices.