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Heather Landes is the Director of the School of Music, Dance and Theatre and a Professor at Arizona State University (ASU), within the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She holds leadership experience spanning over three decades in academic administration and arts education.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Education, Loyola University Chicago
- M.M. in Flute Performance, Northwestern University
- B.M. in Flute Performance, University of Illinois
Research Interests: Landes focuses on creativity, arts entrepreneurship, and organizational culture in higher education. Her work bridges artistic practice with institutional leadership, emphasizing curricular innovation and student success.
Leadership Roles:
- Former Associate Dean (2008–2014) and Assistant Dean of the Herberger Institute
- Elected Treasurer of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 2022
- Past roles include Managing Director of the National High School Music Institute and Assistant Dean at Northwestern University
Teaching & Mentorship: Landes teaches courses such as Individualized Instruction and oversees the ASU School of Music Experience program. She has mentored students across music disciplines and championed career development initiatives for arts students.
Awards & Recognition: None explicitly listed, though her sustained leadership roles reflect institutional trust and influence.
Grants & Initiatives: Spearheaded curricular reforms, online learning strategies, and student recruitment/enrollment programs at the Herberger Institute. Advocated for arts education through national conferences and policy work.
