41 courses with the subject DANC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DANC 1010Elementary Modern Dance2
A study of modern dance techniques with attention to the development of modern dance, correct posture and body alignment, dance exercises, warm-up techniques, elements of dance, traditional dance steps, and ideas for creating dances. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
An overview of the basic fundamentals of social dance with attention to popular dances during each historical period by decades and their appearance in present day dance movements. Included are the waltz, foxtrot, two-step, cha-cha, mumbo, discotheque, etc. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the study of dance. The course examines dance as an art form, dance in relation to the cultural context of differing periods, and the role of dance in education. WI Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to introduce contemporary dance theory and to develop advanced-beginner/intermediate level skills in contemporary dance technique and performance. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance in class demonstrations and in dance concerts is required. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course provides an introduction to ballet dance theory and develops beginner-level skills in ballet dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on kinesiology and techniques of ballet dance. The course includes individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course provides an introduction to jazz dance theory and develops beginner-level skills in jazz dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on kinesiology and techniques of jazz dance. The course includes individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to facilitate the study of dance cultures from a global perspective. The course offers a framework for studying dance cultures from diverse geographic areas and historical time periods. Focus is on the conceptual components of dance while exploring various dance styles including folk and ethnic dances of Africa, Near and Far East, Europe, and the Americas. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course teaches the fundamentals of West African dance with accompanying songs, music, and cultural contexts in which these dances originate. The course specifically offers knowledge and performance skills of traditional dance forms and offers critical analysis of how these dances interact with cultural, social, occupational, and religious aspects that contribute to creating them. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to provide a broad base of experience for working behind the scenes of a dance production. The course will address various aspects of dance production, including costume design, lighting and set design, make-up, marketing, and ticket sales. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to introduce tap and clog dance technique and theory and to develop beginner level skills in tap and clog dance technique and performance. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
An overview of the basic fundamentals of social dance, with attention to popular dances during each historical period by decades and their appearance in present day dance movements. Included are the waltz, foxtrot, two-step, mumbo, disco, etc. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Dance Foundations provides a dance overview and foundation for students in exploring basic techniques in ballet, modern, and jazz, as well as basic anatomical awareness that is pervasive for dancers. Gaining movement skills in coordination and balance, flexibility, and spatial awareness is the focus of this course. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to a variety of world dance forms to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of how movement serves as a vehicle for cultural transmission and communication. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Dance Repertory is designed for the individual performer to build performance skills and stagecraft through learning, rehearsing and performing dance works in a variety of styles. It also assists the student in developing skills for auditioning, directing a rehearsal, and working in a group as a preparation for the career of a professional performer. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 2140The Evolution of Black Vernacular Dance from Minstrelsy to Hip Hop3
This course addresses the origin and evolution of the African American dance tradition in popular culture from the minstrelsy to hip hop culture. Emphasis placed on the social, political, and economic environment in which it was fashioned. Pioneers, innovators, terminology, and styles will be identified. Course includes lectures, reading, audio/video analysis and discussion. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Pilates I, is a physical approach to an increased understanding of the practical development of the individual student’s core strength and flexibility. This class will focus on the proper approach to body alignment and physicality, which aids in the prevention of injury and increased movement efficiency and effectiveness via the Pilates Method. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Prerequisites: Pilates I Pilates II is a continual development of Pilates I. The course is an intermediate level of a physical approach to an increased understanding of the practical development of the individual student’s core strength and flexibility. This class will focus on the proper approach to body alignment and physicality,which aids in the prevention of injury and increased movement efficiency and effectiveness via Pilates Method. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Pilates I Pilates II is a continual development of Pilates I. The course is an intermediate level of a physical approach to an increased understanding of the practical development of the individual student’s core strength and flexibility. This class will focus on the proper approach to body alignment and physicality,which aids in the prevention of injury and increased movement efficiency and effectiveness via Pilates Method. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 1010 . A continuation of DANC 1010 . A review of beginning dance techniques and an introduction to intermediate technique, beginning composition, dance experimentation, and pantomime. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3000Dance Kinesiology3
This course focuses on the principles of anatomy and kinesiology as it relates to dance technique, performance, lifestyle, and injury prevention. Emphasis is placed on the structure and function of the muscular and skeletal systems. Movement analysis, conditioning principles, and basic nutrition will also be covered. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 2520 . A continuation of DANC 2520 . A review of intermediate technique, an introduction of advanced technique, composition, beginning choreography, and jazz technique. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3020Ballet Dance II2
This course is designed to further the study of ballet dance theory and to develop intermediate-level skills in ballet dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on technique and performance. The course includes individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to further the study of jazz dance theory and to develop intermediate-level skills in jazz dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on technique and performance. The course includes individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to further the study of contemporary dance theory and to develop advanced-intermediate/advanced level skills in contemporary dance techniques and performance. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance in class demonstrations and in dance concerts in required. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3070Ballet Dance III2
Prerequisites: DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop advanced-level skills in ballet dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop advanced-level skills in ballet dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3080Jazz Dance III2
Prerequisites: DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop advanced-level skills in jazz dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop advanced-level skills in jazz dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3100Dance History3
Through reading, lecture and video viewing, the major figures, events and movements of North American and Western European Modern Dance are presented chronologically, with the goal of increasing students’ understanding of the driving force behind each choreographer’s work, their lineages and their social, political and artistic contexts. Multi-cultural influences and a global view will influence the studies of 20 th and 21 st century dance. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Allows stage actors to learn and explore basic acting styles and techniques for the camera. The students will utilize appropriate vocabulary and learn concepts required and reflective of screen acting. This course also examines the business aspect of acting in the film industry covering such topics as acquisition of acting agents,developing resumes and preparing for film auditions. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 2010 , DANC 2020 , DANC 2030 or permission of instructor. This course is to designed as an introduction to the fundamentals of the choreographic process. Emphasis is on understanding and valuing dance through the study of composition and performance. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4010 - Dance Composition I This intermediate course is designed to provide students with compositional experience working in primarily small groups. The course will review the basic principles learned in DANC 4010- Dance Composition I. This course will enable the student to study and employ the concepts of group composition with the option of presenting their work in a formal or informal setting. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4010 - Dance Composition I This advance course is designed to provide students with compositional experience working in small and large groups in a broad range of artistic and cultural contexts. The course will employ the basic principles learned in DANC 4010- Dance Composition I and review the techniques and creative process covered in DANC 4011- Dance Composition III. This course will enable the student to study and employ the concepts of group composition with the option of presenting their work in a formal or informal setting. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4030Ballet Dance IV2
Prerequisites: DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop upper-advanced-level skills in ballet dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop upper-advanced-level skills in ballet dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4040Jazz Dance IV2
Prerequisites: DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop upper-advanced-level skills in jazz dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop upper-advanced-level skills in jazz dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4050Modern Dance IV2
Prerequisites: DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop upper-advanced-level skills in modern dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3010 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to develop upper-advanced-level skills in modern dance technique and performance. Emphasis is on performance and choreography. The course includes work with individual and group choreography. Performance is required in class demonstrations and in dance concerts. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4070Senior Dance Project2
Prerequisites: Senior status in the dance concentration or permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide senior Dance Education majors an opportunity to analyze, synthesize, and apply knowledge and skills gained throughout the dance program. Students will develop a collaborative senior project that includes both written and oral presentation in a public forum. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Senior status in the dance concentration or permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide senior Dance Education majors an opportunity to analyze, synthesize, and apply knowledge and skills gained throughout the dance program. Students will develop a collaborative senior project that includes both written and oral presentation in a public forum. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4080International Dance Study Tour2
This is an academic course designed to facilitate the exploration and deepened understanding of diverse cultures through immersion into authentic, interactive learning experiences. Study will focus on dance, arts, history, and culture and include classroom seminars and visits to historical and other significant sites in the selected host country. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 3000 - Dance Kinesiology This course investigates and explores ways of teaching and creating dance suitable for diverse participants with a broad range of physical and conceptual abilities. It addresses composition and movement technique utilized by integrated dance. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to introduce pre-service and in-service elementary school teachers to dance teaching methodology, curriculum development including planning management, assessment and evaluation of the teaching-learning process, basic concepts of healthful living and understanding diverse learners as a culturally responsive educator for elementary grades. 10 hours of field experience is required. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
DANC 4500Methods and Materials in Folk and Square Dancing in the Secondary Schools1
An overview of fundamental skills of folk and square dance with attention to techniques of teaching. Required of all majors. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to provide students with the ability to integrate their professional studies of technical content knowledge and conceptual content knowledge with pedagogical content knowledge. Students will gain an understanding of how particular topics, problems, or issues within the dance curriculum are organized, represented, and adapted to the diverse interests and abilities of learners, and presented for instruction. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course is designed to introduce pre-service and in-service secondary school teachers to dance teaching methodology, curriculum development including planning management, assessment and evaluation of the teaching-learning process, basic concepts of healthful living and understanding diverse learners as a culturally responsive educator for secondary grades. 10 hours of field experience is required. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
