West Texas A&M University Dance recognizes leading performers at ceremony

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CANYON, Texas (BNN) - - West Texas A&M University announced that the university dance program acknowledged its leading entertainers at the Dance Banquet and Awards Ceremony on May 4.

Authorities with WT comprehensive that together with awards, the ceremony celebrated the dance department's two major efficiencies: "Falling into Dance" performed in November 2022 and "Portraits of Dance" carried out in April.

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" This event is an emphasize and wonderful way for majors to commemorate the achievements and assess the previous year," stated Crystal Bertrand, director of dance. "These awards acknowledge dancers who have actually made an effect in program activities as recognized by their fellow peers, and each award fits in with the program's goals with the love of learning, passion for growth, and high performance.".

Bertrand together with fellow professor Edward Truitt and Sandra Stegelman Miller picked Kynleigh Hilton, a senior dance significant from Lubbock, as the winner of the 3D Award. Officials kept in mind that the award recognized the dancer "who exemplifies desire, determination and discipline.".

In addition, Abbi Roe, who is seeking a 2nd bachelor's degree in dance at WT and comes from Rosewell, N.M., won the Treston Johnson Dance Award which is provided to the dancer "who exemplifies the body and soul of the dance program," according to authorities. The award was called for a dance student who died in 2018.

Even More, Sierra Cross, a senior from Lubbock, was honored for impressive contributions to the WT Dance Academy, officials detailed.

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WT launched the following dance majors who were also acknowledged at the event:.

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• Spirit Award: Zakyya Taylor, a junior from Lubbock, for support and support of other dancers;
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• Buff Dance Award: Hannah Hosnedl, a senior from Downers Grove, Ill., for enthusiasm, commitment and the year's most excellent performances;
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• Diamond Award: Penelope Welch, a junior from Frisco, for modeling correct class and practice session rules;
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• Discovery Award: Jayden Lucas, a freshman from Amarillo, for making unexpected and significant contributions to the program; and
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• Emerald Award: Kaitlyn Roberson, a junior from Pampa, for embodying the highest aspects of artistry and skill in class, in wedding rehearsal and on stage.
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Authorities described that the 2023-24 dance season will include the performance "Falling into Dance" from Nov. 16-19 and "Portraits of Dance from April 25 to April 28, 2024.

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