126 127 minors must satisfy all requirements for the Certification Program as outlined by the Jerry and Vickie Moyes College of Education (including a minimum GPA of 3.0 for admission to the Education Program). Dance teaching minors are strongly encouraged to select teaching majors in subject areas which are needed in Utah secondary schools. Performance Opportunities Orchesis Dance Theatre provides performance and production opportunities for qualified students and community members who demonstrate technical abilities in dance. The company's activities include on-campus and dance festival concerts. Its repertoire consists of traditional and experimental modern dances, contemporary ballets, and theatrical and performance works choreographed/ directed by dance faculty, students, and well-known artists. Auditions are required for performances sponsored by Orchesis. Weber State Moving Company provides further performance and production opportunities. Significant dance works and lecture demonstrations are performed in the public schools and for campus and community organizations. Dance Major 77k Dance major is planned to provide experiences in dance as an art form with emphasis on creative and performance activities. Coursework in modern dance, ballet technique, choreography, performance and related arts are central in the curriculum, providing a basis for graduate study and for careers related to dance. » Program Prerequisites: Not required. » Minor: Required » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses required for this major (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable) and an overall GPA of 2.00 or "C." In addition, a grade of "B" or higher is required in at least one 3000-level major course in both ballet and modern dance. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation ~ 44-46 of these must be Dance classes. A total of 40 upper division credit hours is required (courses numbered 3000 and above) ~ a minimum of 18 of these is required within the major. Advisement Students should meet annually with a faculty advisor for course and program advisement. Call 801-626-6479 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see page 18). There are no special admission requirements for this major. General Education Refer to pages 36-41 of this catalog for Bachelor of Arts requirements. Course Requirements for B.A. Degree Technique Courses Required (16 credit hours) Appropriate level technique courses in ballet and modern dance (initially to be determined by placement class) are required every semester of residence-16 credit hours-chosen from the following courses. Dance 1470a,b Ballet, Elementary (1 each) Dance 1490a,b Modern Dance, Elementary (1 each) Dance 2470a,b Intermediate Ballet (1 each) Dance 2490a,b Modern Dance, Intermediate (1 each) Dance 3470a,b Ballet, Advanced (1 each) Dance 3490a,b Advanced Modern Dance (1 each) Additional Dance Form Required (1 credit hour) Select one of the following Dance 1460 Folk & Ethnic Dance (1) Dance 2480 a orb Jazz Dance, Intermediate (1) Dance 3440 Dance for Musical Theatre (1) Creative Dance Courses Required (11 credit hours) Dance 2410 Improvisation (2) Dance 3500 Choreography I (2) Dance 3510 Choreography II (2) Dance 3520 Choreography Practicum (1) Dance 4700 Creative Synthesis in Dance (2) Dance 4910* Rehearsal 8c Performance (1 each) (2) 'Two semesters of Dance 4910 are required. Dance History Course Required (3 credit hours) Select one of the following Dance 3010 Dance History I (3) Dance 3020 Dance History II (3) Support Courses Required (minimum of 9 credit hours) Music CA1013 Intro to Music (3) or Music 1321 Basic Piano for Adults (1) Theatr CA1033 Intro to Acting (3) or Theatr 1203 Technical Theatre Foundations (3) PE 2300 Health/Fitness Evaluation and Exercise Prescription (3) Elective Courses (6 credit hours) Select an additional Dance 3010 Dance 3020 Dance 3320 Dance 3520 Dance 3640 Dance 3860 Dance 3910 Dance 3911 Theatr 4861 6 credit hours from the following Dance History I (3) Dance History II (3) Techniques & Materials for Teaching Modern Dance (2) Choreography Practicum (1) Teaching Creative Dance in the Elementary School (2) Field Experience (1) Moving Company: Rehearsal & Development (2) Moving Company: Performance (2) Theatre Practicum (1) Dance A dance minor is available for students not wishing to specialize but who have an interest in dance and want a concentration of study in the area to complement an affiliated program of study. Students wishing the minor program must register with the Dance Program Director. Coursework is individualized, with selections to be made from the following areas. » Grade Requirements: A GPA of 2.25 or better in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 18 credit hours, with not fewer than 3 nor more than 9 in any one of the three areas listed below. Course Requirements for Minor Courses Required (18 credit hours) Select 18 credit hours from the following, with not fewer than 3 nor more than 9 in any one of the three areas listed. Additional coursework to total 18 credit hours may be chosen, with advisor's written approval, from remaining dance electives or in approved related areas. • Area 1, Technique Select the appropriate level from the following Dance 1470a,b Ballet, Elementary (1 each) Dance 2470a,b Intermediate Ballet (1 each) Dance 3470a,b Ballet, Advanced (1 each) Dance 1490a,b Modern Dance, Elementary (1 each) Dance 2490a,b Modern Dance, Intermediate (1 each) Dance 3490a,b Advanced Modern Dance (1 each) Dance 1480a,b Jazz Dance, Elementary (1 each) Dance 2480a,b Jazz Dance, Intermediate (1 each) Dance 1460* Folk & Ethnic Dance (1) Dance 3440* Dance for Musical Theatre (1) 'Dance 1460 and 3440 may not be repeated for credit. • Area 2, Creative Work Dance 2410 Improvisation (2) Dance 3500 Choreography I (2) Dance 3510 Choreography II (2) Dance 3520 Choreography Practicum (1) Dance 3910 Moving Company: Rehearsal St Development (2) Dance 3911 Moving Company: Performance (2) Dance 4910 Rehearsal & Performance (1) • Area 3, Theoretical Aspects Dance CA/DV1010 Intro to Dance (3) Dance 3010 Dance 3020 PE 2300 Dance History I (3) Dance History II (3) Health/Fitness Evaluation and Exercise Prescription (3) Dance Teaching A dance teaching minor is available for students seeking a concentration of study in dance teaching to complement an affiliated program. Students wishing the minor program must register with the Dance Program Director. » Grade Requirements: A GPA of 2.25 or better in courses used toward the minor. » Credit Hour Requirements: Minimum of 18 credit hours. Students who select the Dance Teaching Minor and are seeking teacher certification for the state of Utah must satisfy the Teacher Education admission and certification requirements (see Teacher Education Department in this catalog). Course Requirements for Minor Specific Dance Teaching Courses Required (13 credit hours) Dance 3320 Dance 3640 Dance 3860 Dance 3010 or Dance 3020 Dance 3470b Dance 3490b PE 2300 Techniques & Materials for Teaching Modern Dance (2) Teaching Creative Dance (2) Field Experience (1) Dance History I (3) Dance History II (3) Ballet, Advanced (1) Advanced Modern Dance (1) Health/Fitness Evaluation and Exercise Prescription (3) Additional Dance Forms Required (2 credit hours) Select two credit hours from the following Dance 2480a,b Jazz Dance, Intermediate (1) each Dance 1460* Folk & Ethnic Dance (1) Dance 3440* Dance for Musical Theatre (1) 'Dance 1460 and 3440 may not be repeated for credit. Creative Courses Required (minimum 3 credit hours) Select a minimum of three credit hours from the following Dance 2410 Improvisation (2) Dance 3500 Choreography I (2) Dance 3510 Choreography II (2) Dance 3520 Choreography Practicum (1) Dance 3910 Moving Company: Rehearsal 8c Development (2) Dance 3911 Moving Company: Performance (2) Dance 4910* Rehearsal & Performance (1) 'may be repeated for credit DANCE COURSES - DANCE Dance students are strongly encouraged to see the Director of Dance for additional dance offerings. Dance CA/DV1010. Introduction to Dance (3) F, S An introduction to dance providing a knowledge base from which to experience dance from a variety of viewpoints: historically, culturally, aesthetically, critically, and creatively. This course takes a close-up look at the rules, messages, and meanings embodied in dance around the world. This is a writing intensive course. Students are expected to attend dance concerts outside regularly scheduled class time. Open to all students. Dance 1450. Special Topic Dance Form (1) variable topic This course is designed to provide enrichment opportunities for those who undertake dance as a field of study or as recreational activity. It allows for the study of changing series of dance forms, including, but not limited to African, Flamenco, Middle Eastern, Clogging, Ballroom, Renaissance, etc. Dance 1460. Folk and Ethnic Dance (1) S Folk and ethnic dances of Europe, Near and Far East, Africa, and the Americas as they relate to concert dance. Open to all students. Dance 1470a,b. Ballet, Elementary (1 each) F, S Introduction to the techniques of the classical ballet including alignment, positions, port de bras, and allegro combinations. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Open to all students. Dance 1480a,b. Jazz Dance, Elementary (1 each) F Introduction to the style, technique, and rhythmic structures of jazz dance with emphasis on increasing movement capabilities and personal expression. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Open to all students. Dance 1490a,b. Modern Dance, Elementary (1 each) F, S Introduction to the movement techniques of modern dance. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Open to all students. Dance 2250. Alignment and Conditioning for Dance/Pilates (1) Strength and alignment for dancers, using Pilates mat exercises. The class addresses areas of strength essential for dancers, focuses on breathing techniques integral to the exercises, and uses the exercises as a means to better understand and improve alignment. The course also addresses how strength and alignment facilitates more ease and efficiency in movement. To repeat the class a student must have the permission of the instructor. Dance 2410. Improvisation (2) F Guided exploration in the elements of dance for the creative development of personal movement repertoire, spontaneous group interaction, and choreographic skills. PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GEN ED hitWtWiL^IBMiiy in FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science A CEET CS MFET/MET CMT CDGT ENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE- MUSIC THEATR ART MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T ■ducation MEDUC CHFAM ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY Science BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social 4 Behavioral 3vrVflC0B MCJ/CJ ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI Weber State U n i 2002-2003 CATALOG V E R S I T Y Weber State Unive 2002-2003 Catalog R S I T Y