Dr. Amy West

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Amy West is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Dance Health & Wellness Coach at the University of Michigan's School of Music, Theatre & Dance, where she has been part of the Dance faculty since 2009. She is a dedicated educator, teaching ballet technique, repertoire, pointe, and various pedagogical methods. With a 24-year career as a professional ballet dancer, West has performed with companies such as the Pennsylvania Ballet, Colorado Ballet, and New Jersey Ballet. She has also appeared as a featured soloist with respected opera companies like the Santa Fe Opera and Seattle Opera. West graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Utah and is certified as a Health & Wellness Coach. Additionally, she has taught at several esteemed institutions and has been involved in producing and curating dance events that highlight themes of strength and resilience. Married to opera singer Stephen West, she is also a proud mother and continues to mentor young talent in dance while offering personalized wellness coaching.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science