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Performing Arts

Dance

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Dance program will:

  1. Have a kinesiological understanding of the body; with an ability to identify, analyze and resolve specific physical problems, such as, muscular imbalances and individual differences.

  2. Are proficient in the principles of dance technique.

  3. Are able to critically evaluate and assess what they and others have created.

  4. Are proficient in verbal and written communication as they relate to both academic and creative topics.

  5. Have an historical context in dance, including its relationship to society, culture and history.

  6. Understand the complexities of the creative processes and structures as they apply to choreography (their own, their contemporaries, and those of major historic choreographers).
  7. Have a practical working knowledge of how to organize and produce a dance concert, including artistic and technical considerations.
  8. Are aware of dance as a way to enliven communities and are able to organize and facilitate community events and mobilize community involvement
  9. Are able to converse with artists in related fields, including music as it relates to the choreographic process.
  10. Have a practical working knowledge of how to use technology in creative and academic projects.

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