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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 

THEA (Theatre)
  
  

  • THEA 150 - Musical Theatre Class Voice I

    This course provides students with introductory vocal technique and repertoire knowledge in preparation for a career in musical theatre.  The course emphasizes breath control, diction, tone production, the Belt voice and compression resonation.  The course will aid students in building musical theatre repertoire and in preparing selections for auditions. 

    Note
    Repeatable to a max 2 credit hours

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 151 - Musical Theatre Class Voice II

    This course builds upon work accomplished in Class Voice I.  Students develop their vocal technique further by deepening their experience with breath control and support, register work, the Belt voice and compression resonation.  Additional focus will be on building musical theatre repertoire and song interpretation using musical monologues.

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only

    Repeatable to a max of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 181 - Fundamentals of Voice & Movement

    An introduction to the study of the fundamental principles of voice production and movement for the actor. Alignment, centering, relaxation, coordination, and basic approaches to nonverbal communication will be explored.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Theatre majors/minors or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 201 - Film Appreciation (C) [SGR #4]

    This course explores the art of film and its impact on society. The student explores American and International cultures through the study of their films, filmmaking, and critical analysis.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #4  

    Note
    (C) denotes Common Course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 210 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 1

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the musical theatre student.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique with further exploration of breathing and support mechanism, vowel purity and resonance focus. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 211 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 2

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique and further exploration of breathing and support mechanism, vowel purity and resonance focus for musical theatre song interpretation. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre major only

    Repeatable up to 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 231 - Acting I [SGR #4]

    This first course in the department’s professional acting sequence introduces the functions and techniques of the craft of acting. It establishes foundation approaches to developing fundamental performance tools through vocal, physical, and psychological exercises; to develop skill in text analysis for the actor; evolution through rehearsal and performance.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #4  

    Note
    Registration restriction: Theatre majors/minors or Instructor Consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 232 - Acting II

    Continuation of THEA 231, emphasizing improvisation, script analysis, scene study and practice.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 231 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 240 - Stage Costuming (C)

    Introduction to the equipment, materials, and techniques of theatrical costuming. Includes practical projects in the use of stitching techniques, pattern making, fabric modification, and costume crafts.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 243 - Make-Up (C)

    Principles of theatrical makeup techniques, including character analysis and practical application.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 250 - Play Analysis (C)

    Study and application of principles of playscript analysis and production conceptualization.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 260 - Film, Genre and Culture

    An exploration of film genres as they reflect and influence culture. This course will analyze film genre in relation to significant historical events and cultural trends. Special attention will be given to diverse perspectives through independent, international and issue films.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 280 - Ballet I

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of classical ballet.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 281 - Modern Dance I

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of modern dance through a wide range of styles with emphasis on the study of time, space and energy as essential elements of dance.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Registration Restriction: Instructor permission required

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 282 - Jazz Dance I (C)

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of jazz dance through a wide range of styles.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Registration Restriction: Instructor permission required

    Note
    (C) denotes Common Course

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 283 - Voice Dynamics I

    Process-oriented work on all aspects of vocal production: articulation, projection, resonance, breathing, and relaxation techniques.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 181 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 284 - Voice Dynamics II

    A continuation of THEA 283; emphasizing advanced work on breathing, articulation, projection, resonance, and introductory work on stage dialect.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 283 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 285 - Movement Dynamics I

    Process-oriented work in movement fundamentals for the actor. Includes exploration of movement efficiency and ease as well as range of movement vocabulary. Application of movement choices for character development and ensemble work is emphasized.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 181 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 286 - Movement Dynamics II

    An introduction to and exploration of the use of neutral and character masks to enhance both the psycho-physical communication of the actor and the process of characterization.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 285 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 291 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • THEA 305 - World Cinema: Film and Culture

    Through the viewing and discussion of films from many cultures, students will gain insight into the complexities and similarities of the human experience. Comparing U.S. and international film perspectives allow the student to understand how the film medium reflects and shapes society.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 310 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 3

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique with specialized passagio work and strengthening of the upper register.  It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from 1927 to 1959.

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 311 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 4

    This course is designed to provide private voice lessons for the musical theatre student.  The course will include intermediate foundations of vocal technique with specialized passagio work and strengthening of the upper register.  It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from 1959 to 1987. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre major only

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 331 - Acting III

    Extensive work on releasing tension, developing concentration, and training the actor’s sensory and emotional instrument for integration into scene work.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 232 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 332 - Acting IV

    A continuation of THEA 331; intermediate study of acting techniques; scene study and practice.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 331 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 335 - Acting: Musical Theatre

    This course focuses on the study and practice of analysis and of psychological, physical, and vocal approaches to the performance of musical theatre texts.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 331

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 350 - Film History

    The history of film from its early beginnings in the late nineteenth century through the current day. Students will gain insight into the evolution of popular culture as well as film art. This course will view the development of film structure and technology from an international perspective.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 351 - Directing (C)

    Introduction to the techniques and concerns of the stage director, including composition, movement, and tempo-rhythm. Script analysis and scene presentation form the core of the course.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 380 - Ballet II

    A continuation of the study of the techniques of classical ballet developing student skills through intermediate level vocabulary and combinations. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 381 - Tap Dance I (C)

    This course introduces students to the fundamental techniques of tap dance through a wide range of styles.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 382 - Jazz Dance II

    A continuation of the study of the techniques of jazz dance developing student skills through intermediate level vocabulary and combinations.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 383 - Ballroom Dance

    This course introduces students to the techniques of ballroom dance through a wide range of styles.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 385 - Dance-Musical Theatre Styles (C)

    This course provides students with the opportunity to apply their dance technique to the musical theatre repertoire by working with a variety of styles within the spectrum of musical theatre dance. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 credit hours

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 401 - Performance Theatre Studio

    Intensive study of selected areas in theatre practice (acting, directing, dance, design, playwriting, technical production, etc.). Topic varies. May be repeated.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Instructor consent

    Credits: 1-3


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  • THEA 403 - Design/Technical Theatre Studio (C)

    Intensive study of selective areas in design and technical theatre production.  Topics vary. Repeatable.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 410 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 5

    This course is designed to provide advanced level private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include advanced work in mask resonance and compression, tone quality production, back breathing and sub-thoracic support systems for safe Belting in extreme musical theatre repertoire.  It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from 1987 to present. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours.

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 411 - Musical Theatre Applied Voice 6

    This course is designed to provide advanced level private voice lessons for the student of musical theatre.  The course will include advanced work in mask resonance and compression, tone quality production, back breathing and sub-thoracic support systems for safe Belting in extreme musical theatre repertoire. It also includes further exploration of musical theatre song interpretation with repertoire from the past 10 years. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: BFA Musical Theatre majors only.

    Repeatable to a maximum of 2 credit hours

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 413 - Shakespeare I

    Background of and close readings of the major comedies.

    Note
    Studies of the comedies and their background

    Cross-listed: ENGL 431

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 414 - Shakespeare II

    Background of and close readings of the major tragedies.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: 6 hours from ENGL 221 or 222 or 241 or 242

    Note
    Studies of the tragedies and their background.

    Cross-listed: ENGL 432

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 421 - Tap Dance II

    A continuation of the study of the techniques of tap dance developing student skills through intermediate level vocabulary and combinations.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 431 - Acting: Period Styles

    This course focuses on the study and practice of analysis and of psychological, physical, and vocal approaches to the performance of playscripts in major nonrealistic styles, from Greek tragedy to modern experimentation (excluding Shakespeare).

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 331 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 432 - Acting: Shakespeare

    This course focuses on the study and practice of analysis and of psychological, physical, and vocal approaches to the performance of Shakespearean texts.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 332 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 433 - Studies of Shakespeare

    Study of Shakespeare’s works, other than comedies and tragedies.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course Prerequisites: Six hours from ENGL 221 or 222 or 241 or 242 or instructor consent.

    Cross-listed: ENGL 433

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 435 - History of American Musical Theatre (C)

    History and development of American musical theatre from 1866 to the present.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 439 - Auditioning

    Theory and practice of actor auditioning for stage, film, and video; resume writing and job-finding strategies for actors.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 441 - Scene Design (C)

    Principles and practices of scenic design, including the scenic image, movement patterns, color, form, and rendering techniques.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 442 - Advanced Scene Design

    Advanced problems in scene design, emphasizing multi-set and classical drama. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 441 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 443 - Costume Design (C)

    Principles and practices of costume design, including the fundamentals of play analysis as applied to character statement, historical research, and rendering technique.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 444 - Advanced Costume Design

    Advanced problems in costume design, emphasizing further exploration of design aesthetics, character progression, historical detail, and presentation.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 443 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 445 - Lighting (C)

    Basic principles and practices of lighting design, including basic electricity, script analysis, color, and directionality.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 446 - Advanced Lighting Design

    Advanced problems in lighting design, emphasizing nonrealistic applications. Detailed analysis and hands-on practice. Repeatable to a maximum of six hours.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 445 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 449 - Portfolio Preparation

    Theory and practice of design/technical production portfolio preparation and presentation; resume writing and job-finding strategies for designers and technicians.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: At least two classes from THEA 441 or 443 or 445 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 451 - Advanced Directing

    Advanced problems in stage directing, emphasizing text analysis, communication, and style as applied to one act plays.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 351

    Note
    Repeatable to a maximum of six hours.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 452 - Stage Management (C)

    Study of the principles and systems of stage management, with particular emphasis placed upon developing effective organizational tools and communication techniques. Practical application of stage management skills in University Theatre productions.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: Instructor consent

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 453 - Directing: Period Styles

    Study of the special challenges in scripts from different historical periods and styles. Production and historical research, conceptualization, communication, and scene practice.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 351 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 461 - History of Theatre & Drama: Beginnings to 1600

    Survey of Western drama and theatre production through the Renaissance. Emphasis on Hellenic and Hellenistic periods, the Roman Republic, medieval England and Europe, renaissance Italy, Spain, and England. Study of selected plays from Aeschylus to Shakespeare.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 462 - History of Theatre & Drama: 1600-1860

    Survey of Western drama and theatre from the Baroque through early Realism. Emphasis on the Jacobean period, as well as Neoclassical, Romantic, and early Realistic forms. Study of selected plays from Jonson to Ostrovsky.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 463 - Modern Drama & Theatre

    Survey of Western drama and theatre from Realism through Theatre of the Absurd. Emphasis on Realism, Naturalism, Symbolism, Expressionism, Epic Theatre, Theatre of Cruelty, Existentialist Drama, and Theatre of the Absurd. Study of selected plays from Ibsen to Beckett.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Junior Standing

    Cross-listed: ENGL 463

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 464 - Contemporary Drama & Theatre

    Survey of post-Theatre of the Absurd drama. Emphasizes major standard and experimental dramatists since 1960.

    Cross-listed: ENGL 464

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 466 - Dramatic Theory & Criticism

    Study of major documents in Western dramatic theory and criticism.

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 469 - Aesthetics

    Investigation of major aesthetic theories and critical analysis of problems concerning the nature of aesthetic judgment in science, and in the arts.

    Cross-listed: ARTH 413, CLHU 324, ENGL 487, PHIL 487

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 477 - Philosophy and Tragedy

    This class is an exploration of a long running debate about the merits and limitations of human rationality and the power of the arts by comparing philosophical works about tragedy (e.g., Aristotle, Hegel, Nietzsche) with literary and performative works of tragedy (e.g., Antigone, Bacchae, King Lear).

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 478 - Choreography I

    An introduction to the art and craft of choreography designed to develop knowledge of the skill with methods for creating dances. 

    Note
    Registration restriction: Permission of instructor

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 481 - Modern Dance II

    A continuation of the study of the techniques of modern dance developing student skills through intermediate level vocabulary and combinations.

    Note
    Registration Restriction: Instructor Permission Required

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 483 - Ballet III

    The study of classical ballet technique developing student skills through a high intermediate level of vocabulary and combinations. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 2


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  • THEA 485 - Movement Specialties (Combat)

    Training in unarmed and armed combat for the stage. Includes fisticuffs, falls and rolls, work with quarterstaff, broadsword, and basic techniques of fight choreography.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: THEA 232 or Instructor consent

    Credits: 3


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  • THEA 487 - Musical Theatre Showcase

    This course constitutes preparation and performance of a professional showcase/audition program.

    Credits: 0-1


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  • THEA 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • THEA 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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  • THEA 493 - Workshop (C)

    Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-5


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  • THEA 494 - Internship (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience. They follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-16


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  • THEA 495 - Practicum (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience. They follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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  • THEA 498 - Senior Project (C)

    This course is the culminating Bachelor of Fine Arts production project, including appropriate research, preparation and production. Subtitle varies: separate sections are offered for BFA students in Acting, Design/Technology, and Musical Theatre.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Senior standing

    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1


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UHON (University Honors)
  

  • UHON 100 - The Honors Experience

    This course is designed to engage students in their college experience, both academically and personally. The course aids students as they acquire and develop the skills necessary to reach their educational objectives. Through readings, discussions, reflective writing, and class activities, students will practice skills that will enable them to succeed in their college courses. In addition, the class will help students acclimate to the University Honors Program and the culture of The University of South Dakota.

    Credits: 1


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  • UHON 101 - Honors Speech Communication [SGR #2]

    Introduces the study of speech fundamentals and critical thinking through frequent public speaking practice, including setting, purpose, audience, and subject in a manner specifically adapted to the Honors curriculum (a version of SPCM 101 for Honors students).

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #2 

    Credits: 3


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  • UHON 110 - Honors English [SGR #1]

    Intensive reading of literature and writing on thematic topics selected by the instructor. Fulfills general education requirement for basic composition.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #1 

    Note
    Registration restriction: Open by invitation only
    Required of all students in the Honors Program

    Credits: 3


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  • UHON 111 - Ideas in History [SGR #3]

    This course provides a broad overview of basic intellectual concepts and analytical methods and their historical context. It will introduce students to other cultures and provide background for the Honors Interdisciplinary Civilization course.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #3  

    Credits: 3


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  • UHON 210 - Interdisciplinary Civilization I [SGR #3]

    The first in a six-credit, two-semester sequence devoted to examining a broad intellectual concept from a variety of academic disciplines.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #3  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: UHON 111

    Credits: 3


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  • UHON 211 - Interdisciplinary Civilization [SGR #1]

    This class is devoted to examining a broad intellectual concept from a variety of academic disciplines.

    This course meets System General Education Requirement: SGR #1  

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: UHON 111

    Credits: 3


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  • UHON 286 - Service Learning (C)

    Service learning involves the integration of academic learning, relevant service with community partners, purposeful civic engagement and structured reflection for the purpose of enriching the learning experience and increasing student involvement in community service. The academic study may be in any discipline.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-12


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  • UHON 290 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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  • UHON 292 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

     

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • UHON 390 - Seminar (C)

    In-depth exploration of topics not typically found in other college courses. These highly focused courses may require student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Enrollment is generally limited to 15 students.

    Note
    Registration restriction: Requires permission from the Honors program prior to enrollment

    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • UHON 395 - Practicum (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • UHON 398 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (C)

    Independent research problems/projects that lead to a research or design paper but not to a thesis. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the candidate. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 0-12


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  • UHON 486 - Service Learning

    Service learning involves the integration of academic learning, relevant service with community partners, purposeful civic engagement and structured reflection for the purpose of enriching the learning experience and increasing student involvement in community service. The academic study may be in any discipline.

    Note
    Open to all majors

    Credits: 1-12


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  • UHON 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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  • UHON 498 - Senior Thesis (C)

    The senior thesis is the capstone experience of the honors program. It includes significant scholarly work including, but not limited to, research or creative activity and a written component describing the experience. The plan of study is negotiated by the thesis committee and the student. Contact between the student and thesis director is extensive and intensive.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-5


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WMST (Women’s Studies Program)
  

  • WMST 247 - Introduction to Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

    This course provides students with an introduction to the study of women, gender, and sexuality across related liberal arts disciplines, with a focus on key questions, theoretical tools, and issues in the field.

    Note
    Required for the Women’s Studies minor

    Cross-listed: ENGL 247

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 248 - Women in Literature (C)

    Study of literature by and about women. Course materials may range from early times to the present and may also include non-American literature.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Cross-listed: ENGL 248

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 261 - Human Sexuality

    The study of human sexuality as it relates to anthropology and sociology. Topics include: primate sexuality, evolution of sexuality, human reproductive physiology, sexual behavior in non-Western cultures, and sociological perspectives on sexuality in contemporary American society.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisite: SOC 100 or ANTH 210 or SOCW 200

    Cross-listed: ANTH 261/SOC 261

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 292 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

    Credits: 1-3


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  • WMST 349 - Women in American History

    This course focuses on the experiences of women in the United States from the early colonial period to the present, exploring changes in gender and sexuality, family, labor, and politics and activism. Students will learn to identify and explain key concepts in American women’s history, as well as the diverse viewpoints of American women, paying attention to the intersections of race, gender, class, and sexuality, and how these intersections created diverse experiences for women.

    Note
    (C) Denotes common course

    Cross-listed: HIST 349;

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 351 - Indigenous Women

    This course examines the experiences of Indigenous women in the US and Canada today with respect to cultural expression in the arts, education, work, family, health, politics, and the law. Contemporary issues facing Indigenous women will be examined, including the effects of Western values and gender/sex roles on Indigenous societies.

    Cross-listed: HIST 351/NATV 351

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 370 - Communication and Social Identity

    This course increases students’ awareness and understanding of the nature of communication in intergroup contexts, when social identities-such as race, gender, age, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, disability, sexuality, religion, and nationality-rather than personal identities guide communication behaviors. Environmental, situational, and psychological factors that influence the intergroup behaviors of individual communicators are also examined.

    Cross-listed: SPCM 370

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 401 - History, Women, and Visual Culture

    This course will focus on women as both subjects and creators of art, while exploring the role of the visual in constructing ideas of femininity through a variety of crucial topics and issues. This exploration will involve a historical survey of women artists and their contributions, as well as an examination of the religious, mythological and secular images of women in art. A primary focus of the course will be the critical analysis of the creation, modification and persistence of these images throughout history due to varied social, economical, technological, psychological and intellectual conditions.

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 415 - Communication & Gender (C)

    A study of gender theories as well as gendered communication practices within the contexts of interpersonal and organizational relationships and social and cultural forces.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Cross-listed: SPCM 415

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 424 - Gender and Media

    This course introduces students to critical analysis of gender role depictions in media content and gender inequalities in media production.

    Note
    Crosslisted with MCOM 424 and Dual listed with MCOM 524 and WMST 524.

    Credits: 3


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  • WMST 448 - Women Writers

    Selected works by women writers.

    Cross-listed: Cross-listed: Cross-list/equate ENGL 448/548

    Credits: 3


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