Claudia Torres
B.F.A. in Dance, minor in Communication Studies, University of North Texas
Area(s) of Interest: Fine arts, Performing arts, Theatre, Dance, Arts/music festivals, PR/Marketing
Experience: 2019-2020 Student Ambassador for the UNT Dance Program; Assistant to the Artistic Director for the Faculty Dance Concert 2020 at University of North Texas.
Ideal job in 10 Years: I would ideally love to be a part of or start my own non-profit that provides opportunity in the arts for underserved communities. I also have aspirations to be on an artistic or administrative team for a performing company (dance or theatre).
What led you to enroll in the MSLCE program at Northwestern? I was led to enroll in the MSLCE program at Northwestern because of my drive to become a well-rounded leader in the creative arts. The MSLCE program felt like the perfect environment to enhance my creative and communications skills with business and entrepreneurship knowledge.
What are you most looking forward to about the MSLCE program? I am most excited to experience growing and learning with my fellow cohorts. I am eager to be in an environment where we all share a love for the arts and can learn more from one another. I am also excited to begin an internship where I can utilize all of the skills learned in my time at Northwestern and begin advancing my career.
Which leader or influential figure inspires you the most and why? Princess Diana: I am inspired by her compassion for others. She used her influential position for the better, acting as an advocate and humanitarian.
Where are you from? Flower Mound, TX, USA