Dance Minor

Department of Theatre and Dance, College of Fine and Performing Arts

31-34 credits

Introduction

In the course of their Dance studies, students will explore a physical and intellectual understanding of the language of movement. Kinesthetic and intellectual learning are combined to develop in student’s self-awareness and collaborative cooperation.

Why Consider a Dance Minor?

The Dance Minor is designed to give students with a general interest in Dance a fundamental background in technique, functional alignment, and dance history. Contemporary technique is emphasized and there are diverse options for the elective choices within the Minor. Dance minors cultivate multiple skills that are essential in all fields, including self-discipline, collaboration, patience and problem-solving.

Contact Information

Dance Program Advisor Pam Kuntz Performing Arts 295B 360-650-3789 Pam.Kuntz@wwu.edu

Director of Dance Susan Haines Commissary 113B 360-650-6318 Susan.Haines@wwu.edu

Program Coordinator Ashley VanCurler Performing Arts 395 360-650-3876 Ashley.VanCurler@wwu.ed

Sample Careers

Professional Dancer | Choreographer | Dance Therapist | Arts Management | Dance Educator | Dance Notation

Major/Career Resources

www.wwu.edu/careers/students_choosingamajor.shtml

How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):

Students must have a Contemporary placement of Level One or above. To arrange for a technique level placement and to declare the Dance Minor please contact Pam Kuntz, Dance Advisor, at Pam.Kuntz@wwu.edu, 360-650-3789, PA 295B.

Grade Requirements

A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major or minor courses, and supporting courses for majors and minors.