Danielle Vlock is a dedicated staff member for the marching unit/color guard, bringing invaluable passion and expertise to the program. As an alumna, she is committed to shaping the unit's expressive performances. Beyond her work with the marching unit, Danielle applies her leadership and organizational acumen to her professional career.

Q: What is your role with the marching unit/color guard? 

A: I've been on staff with the marching unit/color guard since 2013.

Q: What is your area of expertise within color guard? 

A: I have experience in flag, rifle, and saber, with my primary focus on integrating dance and movement with the equipment.

Q: How does your background in dance inform your approach? 

A: My Bachelor's in Dance from Muhlenberg College deeply influences my teaching. It allows me to emphasize expression, fluidity, and storytelling through movement when working with the equipment and students.

Q: What is your connection to the program as an alumna? 

A: I was a member of the marching unit back in my high school days, and it's a joy to be back at my alma mater helping to keep this vibrant program going.

Q: What are some memorable moments or achievements during your time with WMU staff? 

A: Witnessing the students' incredible growth each season and seeing their hard work culminate in powerful, expressive performances are always the most rewarding achievements for me.

Q: What is your professional role outside of the marching unit? 

A: I am a Project Lead for Production at Almac, where I manage complex clinical trial packaging projects.

Q: How do your professional skills translate to your work with the marching unit? 

A: The project management skills I use at Almac—like organization, planning, and problem-solving—are incredibly valuable. They directly help in coordinating our unit's diverse activities and logistics, from rehearsals to performances.

Q: What keeps you busy in your personal life? 

A: I have a toddler at home who I absolutely expect to be a future member of the group, in quite a few years of course!

Q: What are your academic credentials? 

A: I hold a Bachelor's in Dance from Muhlenberg College.

Q: Is there a quote or philosophy that guides you? 

A: A quote I sort of live by, and have on my whiteboard at home, is: "They don't care what you know, until they know that you care."