We welcomed community artists Rosie Torres and Ceiba ili to the classroom for special movement work to express alternative and art-based methodologies. Rosie opened with an impactful talk about her purpose in movement and dance. When she found her calling as a movement artist, she never looked back as a water protector. The students were given leading roles as participants, witnesses, and weavers. With Ceiba on the flute, students made their way from the classroom to the outside space on the grounds of UTSA. The purpose of this transition was to flow with the elements as participants simulated bird movements and wind movements as elements in complete relation to one another. Connecting with the four directions and the earth, students were reminded of their instincts and how those instincts are valid in research. We are grateful to Rosie and Ceiba who made our Thursday afternoon a beautiful and inspiring experience.
