Central Washington University
Dance Program · Sport and Movement Studies Department
Ellensburg, WA
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About the Program
Central Washington University's Dance Program, part of the Sport and Movement Studies Department in Ellensburg, WA, offers a 67-credit Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Dance providing a comprehensive education in both technique and theory. The program serves students interested in dance teaching, performance, or choreography, and challenges them to discover their own artistic voice as a performer and choreographer. Coursework covers dance techniques including ballet, jazz, and modern, along with performance, choreography, theory, history, and dance injury prevention. A Dance Performance Minor is also offered.
Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Dance
Dance Performance Minor
Coursework
67-credit BA leaves time for a second major. All applicants must complete 6 credits in required core courses, including one technique class, before admission to the Dance major. Curriculum includes a Dance Injury Prevention course, plus performance, choreography, theory, and history.
Performance Opportunities
Orchesis Dance Company (semi-annual productions), Spring Performance and informal showings, Choreographer's Showcase and works-in-progress showings, annual American College Dance Association (ACDA) Conference, local community performances, and CWU Dance Team.
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