101 Dance Appreciation
3 crs (3-0). F.
GE-IVA
No credit if taken after KINS 195
An introduction to the intellectual frameworks for viewing,
creating, and performing dances. An overview of historically
significant dance forms, the cultural differences in world
dance, and the purpose of dance in society.
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110 Ballet I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 201
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
An introduction to ballet technique with an emphasis on
barre and center work. An overview of the history of ballet
and the basic elements of choreography and performance.
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112 Modern Dance I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 200
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
A course in beginning modern technique with an emphasis on
Bartenief Fundamentals. A survey of the prime movers in
modern dance and their choreographic approaches.
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114 Jazz Dance I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 202
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
A course in beginning jazz technique with an emphasis on
classical Afro-European forms. A survey of early jazz
choreographers and their choreographic styles.
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116 Tap Dance I
1 cr (1-2).
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 203
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
A course in beginning tap technique with an emphasis on buck
tap. A survey of the history of tap dance and the
contributions of early tap masters.
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310 Ballet II
1 cr (1-2).
P: DNCE 110 or audition
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 206
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
Instructor approval required
A course in advanced ballet technique with an emphasis on
connecting movements. A further survey of historically
significant ballets and their choreographic conventions.
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312 Modern Dance II
1 cr (1-2).
P: DNCE 112 or audition
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 205
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
Instructor approval required
A course in advanced modern technique with emphases on
falls, recovery, and elevations. A survey of post-modern and
avante garde choreographers and choreographic approaches.
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314 Jazz Dance II
1 cr (1-2).
P: DNCE 114 or audition
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 207
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
Instructor approval required
A course in advanced jazz technique with an emphasis on
turns, jumps, and dance sequences. An exploration of later
stylistic developments in jazz dance.
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316 Tap Dance II
1 cr (1-2).
P: DNCE 116 or audition
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 209
Course may be taken 2 time(s)
Instructor approval required
A course in intermediate/advanced tap technique with an
emphasis on rhythm tap. An exploration of stylistic
developments in tap dance.
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395 Directed Studies
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
P: DNCE 110, 112, 114, 116
Not for GE
Audit enrollment not allowed
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
An individually arranged course for serious students of
dance involving research, choreography, and/or scholarly
activity under the direction of a faculty member.
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420 Dance Composition and Performance
3 crs (1-2). Sp.
P: DNCE 110, 112, 114, 116
Not for GE
No credit if taken after KINS 319
Minimum junior standing
Instructor approval required
A course for serious students of dance exploring
compositional forms, elements of choreography and artistic
design, staging, accompaniment, and the rehearsal and
promotion of dance.
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497 Dance Recital
1 cr. F, Sp.
P: DNCE 420
Not for GE; CP
Limited to dance minors
Instructor approval required
The recital is a capstone experience in dance performance
and choreography. The student presents a showcase of work to
highlight his or her achievements across the four studio
genres.
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499 Independent Study
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
P: DNCE 110, 112, 114, 116
Not for GE
Audit enrollment not allowed
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
An individually arranged course for serious students of
dance involving research, choreography, and/or scholarly
activity culminating in a quality research document or
report.
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