Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(0-3) Cr. 1. F.S.
Introduction and practice of basic dance concepts, including preparatory techniques and guided creativity problems. No previous modern dance experience required.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(0-3) Cr. 1. F.S.
Introduction to the basic skills, vocabulary, and tradition of ballet with concentration on control and proper alignment. No previous ballet experience required.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(0-3) Cr. 1. F.S.
Introduction to the modern jazz style with concentration on isolation and syncopation. No previous jazz experience required.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(0-3) Cr. 1. F.
Instruction and practice in basic tap technique and terminology. No previous tap experience required.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Instruction and practice in foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha cha, rhumba, tango, and selected contemporary dances.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 0.5-2. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Advance registration required. Continued instruction and practice in either modern dance, recreational dance, ballet, jazz and/or compositional skills.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(1-3) Cr. 1. S.
Skill enhancement, teaching, progressions with emphasis on world and social dance. Designed for kinesiology and health majors, open to others.
(1-3) Cr. 2. F.
Prereq: DANCE 120 or previous modern dance experience
Theory and practice of the creative skills involved in solo and small group composition.
(0-3) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: DANCE 120 or previous modern dance experience
Dance techniques emphasizing strength, balance, endurance, rhythmic activity and extended combinations.
(0-3) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: DANCE 222
Continued experience in dance techniques and extended combinations. Emphasis on maturation of skill and artistry. Exposure to a variety of modern dance technical styles.
(Cross-listed with THTRE). (0-3) Cr. 0.5-2. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: By audition only
Choreography, rehearsal, and performance in campus dance concerts and/or musical theatre productions.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(0-3) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: Previous ballet experience
Technical skills in the classical movement vocabulary. Emphasis on alignment, techniques, sequence development, and performing quality.
(0-3) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: DANCE 232
Concentration on technical proficiency at the intermediate level. Pointe work and partnering opportunities available.
(0-3) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: Previous jazz dance experience
Dance concepts within the jazz idiom. Instruction in extended movement sequences and artistic interpretation.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Introduction to the many forms and functions of dance in world cultures. Develop abilities to distinguish and analyze various dance styles. No dance experience required.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(2-2) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: DANCE 220
Intermediate composition based on the relationship of movement to improvised sounds, rhythmic scores, and the musical works of composers from various periods.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered even-numbered years.
Prereq: DANCE 270
Study of the history of dance from early to modern times with emphasis on the theories and philosophies of contemporary modern dance, dancers, and dance educators.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 8 credits. F.S.
Prereq: 2 credits in dance
Advance registration required. Designed to meet special interests and talents of students to include both group and independent study in various aspects of dance as a performing art including production, choreography, and performance.
(1-3) Cr. 2. S.
Content, experiences, and methods of a comprehensive dance program at the elementary school level. Theories and practice in guiding elementary school children in expressive movement experiences.
(1-3) Cr. 2. F.
Methods and techniques of teaching social and world dance forms. Introduction to teaching educational modern dance.
(1-3) Cr. 2.
Prereq: DANCE 320
Teaching yoga, body therapies, mindfulness and dance composition to enhance the physical and mental performance of the individual.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: 6 credits in dance and permission of coordinator
Independent study of problems or areas of interest in dance.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: 6 credits in dance and permission of coordinator
Independent study of problems or areas of interest in dance.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: 6 credits in dance and permission of coordinator
Independent study of problems or areas of interest in dance for those admitted to the honors program.