Nora McGinnis is the academic advisor for undergraduates in the Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance. She helps students plan their coursework, explore opportunities, and get the most out of their time at IU. Originally from Tucson, Arizona, her background is in visual art. She earned her BFA in Fibers from Arizona State University and her MFA in Studio Art from IU. Before joing the advising team in 2025, she taught undergraduates at IU Bloomington and IU Indianapolis, as well as community arts workshops.

Nora McGinnis
Academic Advisor
The College of Arts