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My name is… Elizabeth TysonI have been dancing at GDU for…. 16 yearsFavorite style of dance is… JazzFavorite competition dance would have to be… Evermore or MisdemeanorFavorite recital theme was… Totally 80sSome of my favorite GDU memories include… Winning a championship at nationals, dancing at Disney Springs, and dancing with all five (yes five) of my siblings throughout my time here My advice to younger dancers would be… I would say to young dancers to always believe in yourself! It gets tough sometimes in this crazy world of dance but just know you are an incredible dancer, regardless of what anyone else might tell you 🤍What are your plans after graduation?I will be attending business school online while continuing to teach at GDU, and continuing my dance career with whatever work I can get dancing! ... See MoreSee Less

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My name is… Jaelyn CoxI have been dancing at GDU for… 12 yearsFavorite style of dance is… Contemporary and Hip hopFavorite competition dance would have to be… I can’t just pick one so my top favs would have to be Uncontrolled minds, Out of the Woods, Shout, Cut it, Missy (reprised)Favorite recital theme was… Through the decadesSome of my favorite GDU memories include… Definitely would have to be late night Saturday rehearsals those always gave me best laughsMy advice to younger dancers would be…To not compare yourself to other artists, especially your own teammates. I know that’s easier said than done, but you are the only person who can dance the way YOU do. No one can perfectly replicate your art and your experience, it’s unique to you and that is beyond special. No matter how you grow and change you will always be yourself, don’t ever lose that. Comparison kills creativity, and dance without creativity (in my opinion) isn’t dance at all!What are your plans after graduation? To dance, as much as I possibly can. ... See MoreSee Less