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Dance Minor

21 credits for Degree
A student interested in a Dance minor should consult with the Head of the Dance Program.
Students may begin courses for the minor at any time, but may only officially declare a Dance Minor at the end of the Sophomore year with approval from the Head of the Dance Department.
Required Dance Core

DA 101, Jazz Dance I (1 credit)
DA 102, Tap I (1 credit)
DA 105, Modern I (1 credit)
DA 107, Ballet I (1 credit)
DA 446, Theatre Dance (2 credits)
DA 430, Dance Concert (1 credit)
DA 490, Choreography (3 credits)

additionally choose one:
TH 141, Acting I (3 credits)
MT 111, Music Theory (2 credits)
Students may be placed in a higher level course by their instructors, but must still fulfill the requirement by taking instruction in each area
Specialization:
In addition to the core course requirements listed each student will select two areas of specialization and complete a total of 9 credits combined in both areas. At least 5 credits must be at the 300 level or above.
Final Details
All Dance Minors are required to choreograph at least 1 performance piece which will be shown in either the Dance Concert or the Senior Dance Recital. Each student will submit a proposal outlining the style, music, number of dancers, length, etc., and, with the assistance of an advisor, develop the idea into a concert piece.
All Dance Minors are require to perform in at least 1 piece during their course of study, however, all are encouraged to perform as often as possible.
All Dance Minors are required to audition for at least 1 performance piece or show per year. (Theatre Department Musical included)