2024
Makayla, as a project assistant to Dr. Adesola Akinleye, helped facilitate a workshop for Ballet I and Ballet III students. During the workshop, students were encouraged to explore the concept of dancing the drawing, and drawing the dance. This workshop was informed by Dr. Adesola Akinleye and visual artist Andrew Hinton's creative research.
2024
Makayla produces a evening of dance and visual art with original choreography, musical composition, and acrylic pour paintings. This event was supported by a Micro Artist Grant from the Greater Denton Arts Council
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2023
Makayla was named Graduate Student Representative for the National Dance Education Organization Advisory Council.
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2022
Makayla was featured in the graduate school's monthly student and alumni spotlights. Click the link above to read about her work at Texas Woman's University.
2022
This grant was awarded by the Ashe County Arts Council and will fund a contemporary dance festival; with free community classes and a professional concert. Click the link above to view the article.
2022
This spotlight includes an interview with Dr. Ann Dils, the chair of the department. Click the link above to view the article.
2019
Makayla Church was awarded Student Teacher of the Year for the state of North Carolina. Click the link above to view the article.