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WORKSHOP IN BODY STUDIES AND PRACTICES

DANCE 132
Course Description

A laboratory in mind-body practice. Topics titles reflect the type of body practices or modalities covered. Each specific practice focuses on increased bodily awareness and function for the performing artist. Includes movement practices, readings, discussion, writing assignments, videos and performances/lectures.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

1

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Grade Point Average
3.94

6.29% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
94.12%

11.69% from Historical

Class Size
17

33.71% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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