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This course examines dance as a cultural form of expression within the political sphere, using case studies like hip-hop, modern dance, and public protests to explore dance's social and political functions.
The course required significant writing, including four papers, weekly discussion posts, and weekly summaries, which one student described as a ton of work for three credits.
Workload included weekly assignments and journal entries summarizing two hours of lectures into under 250 words, which some found tedious but manageable with time.
Students reported that success required consistent attendance, completing required reading and video-watching, and practicing outside of class, while noting that points could be deducted for small details.
Understanding Dance builds appreciation for the field by integrating theoretical, historical, and embodied learning through viewing, reading, reflecting, discussing, and creating.
Attendance was mandatory with two free absence passes. The midterm required a memorized dance routine, and the final was multiple-choice with a provided study guide.
Participation accounted for 40% of the grade, requiring students to speak in class to earn points, while attendance at a paid dance performance was also mandatory.
Movement Composition for the Performing and Visual Arts explores basic principles of solo composition and applies them to movement in visual and performing arts.
Workshop in Dance Activity explores creative and expressive dance movement, developing technical skills and creative ability through whole body work on flexibility, strength, alignment, endurance, movement, and improvisation.
Social Dance I introduces basic movement concepts for social dancing, covering leading/following, rhythm, and style in Waltz, Fox Trot, Jitterbug/Swing, Tango, and Cha-Cha.
Continuation of Level I Core Ballet Technique focusing on barre, center, and allegro work with emphasis on form, kinesthetic principles, and aesthetic values.
A laboratory in mind-body practice focusing on bodily awareness and function for performing artists through movement, readings, discussion, writing, and performances.