Dance Studies - Meredith College

Dance Studies from Meredith College is a Campus Bachelor Dance degree that prepares you for a Art and Design career. Student Learning Outcomes of the Dance and Theatre Department Upon the completion of the program students will be able to: explore their creative voices; engage in rigorous intellectual endeavors; develop critical thinking skills; acquire strong oral and written communication skills; understand and apply technology related to the specific areas of Dance & Theatre; develop an understanding of the role of dance and theatre in a broader social and historical context; appreciate the contributions of diverse cultures to dance and theatre; identify themselves as artists who possess the craft, discipline, and commitment to contribute to their art form; prepare themselves for a professional career in dance or theatre; become an artistic resource to the Meredith community and beyond; and accumulate the knowledge and experiences necessary to actively support the arts throughout their lifetimes. The goals of the Department of Dance and Theatre are met by: Offering classes, performance opportunities, internships and partnerships, and research opportunities that challenge and encourage the creative and intellectual process, Creating an active learning environment in which students learn the technological skills necessary for producing and promoting their art, Weaving into the curricula and productions the tools for understanding and appreciating diverse cultures and their contributions to the arts, Interacting closely with students as advisors and role models to ensure their growth as artistic professionals. Dance Studies Major The major in Dance Studies focuses students' curriculum through a capstone experience in Private Studio Teaching, Dance Education, or Dance Research. Students who pursue the optional K-12 License will be prepared as candidates for North Carolina K-12 licensure. Dance majors/minors are required to take all dance activity courses which fulfill the requirements for the Dance major for a grade. Activity courses taken to satisfy general education requirements are taken pass/fail. All dance activity courses taken to fulfill requirements for the Dance major may count toward graduation. View more details on Meredith College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Dance courses.