The minor in dance provides supporting coursework for students majoring in theatre, music, education, physical education, exercise, or related fields. A minor in dance enhances performance and teaching skills while deepening students’ understanding of dance as an academic and artistic discipline. All Dance Minors must audition for the program before declaring it as a minor.
Curriculum
Dance Core (12 hours
Select 12 hours from the following:
THDA 1002 – Ballet I
THDA 1102 – Ballet II
THDA 2002 – Contemporary Dance I
THDA 2102 – Contemporary Dance II
THDA 3002 – Jazz Dance I
THDA 3102 – Jazz Dance II
THDA 4002 – Musical Theatre Dance I
THDA 4102 – Musical Theatre Dance II
Dance History & Application (4 hours)
Select 4 hours from the following:
HPSS 3882 – Theory and Techniques of Rhythm Activities
THDA 4302 – Choreography and Composition
THDA 4402 – Dance History and Appreciation
Special Topics in Dance (4 hours)
Complete 4 hours of THDA 4202 – Special Topics in Dance from the following topics:
Ballroom Dance
Hip-Hop
Improvisation
Tap Dance
