Another semester has come and gone. The Department of Dance is cheering its students on as they complete their finals, and wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy holiday season. Rest up, students, and we will see you back on campus on January 7, 2026!
The Young Ambassadors: Silent Night x Angels We Have Heard on High
International Folk Dance Christmas Around the World Recap | BYU’s The Daily Universe
Dance in the News
Mayor’s Arts Awards 2025 | BYU Dance Alum Camille Spencer Wins Creator Award
- “Three Creator Awards are given each year to honour artistic merit and/or innovative ideas that foster arts in the city, contribute to artistic development and express the cultural vitality of Kingston. Camille Spencer is a dancer, choreographer, community builder, and educational force for movement in Kingston and the surrounding area. Camille has made significant waves in Kingston since arriving in 2020, helping to cultivate a thriving creative community in her field. As a founding member and now Co-Director of the Ground UP Dance Festival, a collaborator at H’art Centre, a member of Movement Market Collective, and a teacher at the Kingston School of Dance, Camille is a driving force behind movement art in Kingston.” Click the link above to watch a video about Camille’s work and impact.
CFAC News | BYU TBSC Debuts Original Alice Ballet
@brighamyounguniversity on Instagram | Featuring International Folk Dance Ensemble’s Cami Losik
Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Events
- Dance Talent Award Auditions | Visit this SlideRoom link for applications for Ballet (Due Dec. 1), Ballroom (Due Dec. 1), Contemporary (Due Dec. 10), and Cultural (Due Dec. 8) areas. More information and instructions can be found at https://dance.byu.edu/grants-and-scholarships
- Dance Major Declaration of Interest deadline | Dec. 10
- Last Day of Classes | Dec. 10
- Reading Day (No Classes) | Dec. 11
- American College Dance Association 2026 Conference | Application Due Dec. 17, 2025 | Apply here
- Last Day of Finals | Dec. 17
- First Day of Winter Semester | Jan. 7, 2026
Now Hiring | CFAC Job Openings as of 12/9/25 | To Apply, Visit https://hrs.byu.edu/job-seekers
- [Non-Student Position] Technical Director | Department of Dance | Part-time | JR-6901
- The Technical Director provides technical and logistical support for the Department of Dance performance and touring program locally, nationally, and internationally. This position assists with student learning through mentored training on campus performances and touring experiences.
- [Non-Student Position] Dance Administrator and Assistant to Chair | Department of Dance | Full-time | JR-7298
- The position is an integral administrative part of the Executive Committee of the Department of Dance and will work closely with the department chair in managing a broad range of responsibilities in support of the Department. 5+ years of experience required.
Uplifting Thought of the Week by Brent Keck, Associate Professor
In recent months, there have been moments at some BYU football games when groups of opposing fans have chanted unkind things about our faith. While those words can sting, they also highlight something remarkable: the powerful contrast between negativity and the goodness our BYU community consistently brings into the world.
That goodness shows up everywhere — in service projects, food drives, coat donations, tutoring, ministering, and the simple, sincere kindness shown by students, fans, and alumni wherever they go. These quiet acts reflect who we truly are and what we value most. As disciples of Jesus Christ, we’re invited to rise above negativity with grace, humility, and love. The greatest gift we’ve ever been given is the Savior Himself, and we honor Him best by giving to others — not only through big initiatives, but through everyday compassion. When we choose kindness over hurt, hope over frustration, and service over resentment, we shine a light that no chant or insult can overshadow.
Together, as a BYU community, we can continue to lift, bless, and inspire — showing the world the quiet, steady strength that comes from following Christ.
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