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  • CS 7970: Dissertation Research

    1.00 - 15.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    PhD dissertation research.
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  • CS 7990: Continuing Graduate Advisement

    1.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Continuing PhD-level advisement.
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  • DANC 1010: Dance in Culture (BCA)

    3.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Study of dance as one of the first art forms, from the primitive to its present state. Dance will also be studied sociologically as well as historically. Students will be exposed to the development of dance through history as it has been influenced by various economic and political forces. Students will be provided with information concerning outstanding contributions to dance and its authorities in the 20th century. Hopefully, the student will develop an appreciation of dance in contemporary society.
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  • DANC 1100: Ballet I

    1.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Basic ballet course for men and women to condition the body, develop an appreciation for ballet through its specific exercise forms and acquire the basic skill of ballet technique. Class is open to anyone. A text is used and grading is done by two written tests, attendance, and a performance final. The Frenc-Bouronville as well as the Russian techniques are taught. Video is used to expose students to the professional performance as well as dance history. Students also begin learning the importance of understanding anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, music theory, theater practices and techniques, and physics as it relates to ballet and dance in general.
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  • DANC 1200: Modern Dance I

    1.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Designed for the dancer who has not been exposed to basic modern dance techniques. Class is open to anyone. Goal is to communicate through movement. Many different modern dance styles will be explored including Graham, Denis/Shawn and Cunningham. Video will be used as well as a text. Movement experiences will range from the classroom situation to large open space activities including out of doors. Students will learn to analyze others' movement patterns and how people communicate through movement. This is an important aspect in dance therapy. Music, as well as music theory, will be explored. Grading will be on movement projects, tests, and a final movement project.
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  • DANC 1210: Ballet II

    1.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Continuation of basic ballet technique for men and women who wish to become more proficient in the art and form of classical ballet. A text is used and grading is done based on attendance, two written examinations and a performance final. There is a continuation of the French/Bourenville as well as Russian techniques. Video is used for exposure to dance performance as well as technique. Dance history and ballet tradition is continued. Students continue the study of anatomy exercise physiology, kinesiology, music, theater and performance techniques as well as physics. Based on proficiency, some of these student may become eligible to audition for Ballet Repertory Ensemble, DE 2310.
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  • DANC 1220: Beginning Pointe

    1.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Designed for female ballet students with at least 2 years of Ballet training and who are observed to be ready for pointe work. Students must be physiologically mature and have the proper alignment and strength to dance on Pointe. A text is used and at least two written examinations are given plus a performance final. Each student progresses at her own rate and is graded accordingly as all are different. The rule of thumb is a child should be at least 11-12 before Pointe is allowed.
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  • DANC 1240: Musical Theatre Movement

    1.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Involves a study of the fundamental types of movement used in the theater including mime, improvisation and basic musical theater dance forms. Class is open to any student that has had some experience or training in ballet, modern, or jazz dance and is interested in musical theater. Class is performance based. Students learn aspects of movement on stage in the areas of dance for musical theater and are also exposed to mime and other non-verbal forms of communication. Final project involves each student choreographing a 1 to 1.5 minute piece that would fit a period and style of a broadway show. Students are also required to research, use video and critique a broadway show.
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  • DANC 1500: Jazz Dance I

    1.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Designed for the dancer who has already been exposed to Modern Dance or Classical Ballet technique. It is not a beginning class. Students should already have basic placement and traditional dance techniques in mind so as to be able to adequately explore the pure jazz technique. Class will explore the Giordano, Maddox, and Luigi methods as well as other methods. Video, handouts and a text are used. Grading is based on attendance, two tests, and a final performance project.
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  • DANC 1520: Folk/Cultural Dance

    1.00 Credits
    Utah State University

    Beginning class for men and women interested in ethnic, character, and folk dance for the stage. Open to anyone with some dance background. A text is used as well as video. Grading is based on attendance, tests and a performance final. History and background surrounding the origins of many of the national dances will be explored as well as the differences between the three types.
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