Dr. Robin Wilson

Professor

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Biography

Robin Wilson is a Professor Emerita at the University of Michigan, where she has made significant contributions to the fields of dance and education. Her teaching and artmaking reflect a commitment to activism and giving voice to untold stories. As a choreographer, performer, improviser, and vocalist, she bridges the gap between art and community engagement. A founding member of New York's Urban Bush Women, Wilson has explored African Diaspora influences in dance and has worked on documenting oral histories of Black dancers from the Harlem Black Arts Movement. Her notable collaborations include projects with artists such as Marion Hayden and M. Saffell Gardner, and she has received accolades for her innovative choreography presented at festivals across the United States and internationally. Wilson has taught master classes and artist residencies at numerous esteemed institutions, solidifying her role as an advocate for the arts and social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emerita

1980-01-01 — 2026-01-01

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Professor Emerita in the Dance Department, focusing on choreography, teaching, and activism within the arts.

Awards

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New York Dance Performance 'Bessie' Award

1992-01-01

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