2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin

Start Date

Tue, 05/31/2022 - 08:00 PM

End Date

Fri, 05/19/2023 - 05:59 AM

Years

2223

Contemporary Guitar 3

MU 361G Contemporary Guitar 3 1 cr. (1-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Prerequisites: Passing 300-level Proficiency Exam.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A continuation of MU261G. One individual lesson per week focusing on continued technical and artistic growth and preparation for a senior recital/senior project.

Notes:

May be repeated for credit as often as required.

Contemporary Guitar 2

MU 261G Contemporary Guitar 2 1 cr. (1-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Prerequisites: Passing 200-level Proficiency Exam.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A continuation of MU161G. One individual lesson per week focusing on continued technical and artistic growth in the performance of more advanced repertoire.

Notes:

May be repeated for credit as often as required.

International Law and Human Rights

PS 417 International Law and Human Rights 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Prerequisites: Junior Standing.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The study of key treaties, documents, organizations and court cases related to international law and human rights issues. This course will apply various historical perspectives and theories of international relations—realism, liberalism and constructivism—to the study of contemporary cases and issues related to human rights and international law.

Genocide

PS 416 Genocide 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Prerequisites: Junior Standing.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The study of the definitions and economic, psychological and sociological causes of 20th and 21st century cases of mass political violence. The course will examine international responses to genocide and approaches to post-genocide societal rebuilding and review both scholarly material and popular documentary films to illuminate themes and provide the foundation for discussions.

Introduction to Environmental Philosophy

PL 188 Introduction to Environmental Philosophy 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Prerequisites: Every third semester.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
- Social Responsibility in a Diverse World (SOCR)

This course is a philosophical exploration of how human society influences and is influenced by its natural environment. It addresses general philosophical questions about sustainability and environmental change. In addition, it covers a variety of more specific philosophical issues, such as the moral status of non-human animals and ecosystems, obligations to future generations, food justice, environmental (in)justice, and the aesthetic value of nature.

Dance Major - Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor Science in Dance major at NMU focuses on technique, composition, performance, pedagogy, and science to create well-rounded, thinking dance professionals. Whether a chosen focus is on stage or behind the scenes, students will have the option to add on a “track” to the required coursework to create an individualized educational experience based on their needs post-graduation.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Theatre and Dance department page.

Total Credits Required

120

General Education

30-40

Dance Major	56-80

Dance Foundation Courses	50

Technique	12
Choose 12 credits from the following:	12
DAN 201 Beginning Ballet Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 301 Intermediate Ballet Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 401 Advanced Ballet Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 405 Pointe Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 202 Beginning Contemporary Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 302 Intermediate Contemporary Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 402 Advanced Contemporary Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 203 Beginning Jazz Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 303 Intermediate Jazz Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 403 Advanced Jazz Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 204 Beginning Tap Dance *** (1 cr.)
DAN 307 Intermediate Tap Dance *** (1 cr.)

Choreography and Performance	15
TH 132 Acting 1	2
DAN 304 Dance Improvisation	1
DAN 306 Dance Practicum (1 cr.)	4
Must be taken four times for credit.
DAN 308 Creative Composition	2
DAN 310 Choreography Audition Prep ***	1
DAN 311 Dance Pedagogy	4
DAN 480 Dance Capstone	1

History and Theory	8
DAN 130 The Dance Experience	4
DAN 305 History and Theory of Dance [HUME]	4

Field Experience	1
TH 493 Field Studies	1

Dance Science	5
BI 104 Human Anatomy and Physiology	4
DAN 208 Conditioning for Performers ***	1

Music	2
TH 120 Music Theory for Theatre and Dance Students	2

Production and Management	7
TH 141 Fundamentals of Design	2
TH 432 Theatre and Entertainment Careers	1
TH 456 Entertainment Arts Management	4

Dance Track Options	22-24
Students may add one track from the following optional tracks:

Dance Science Track	22
ES 315 Physiology of Exercise	4
ES 317 Anatomical Kinesiology	3
ES 417 Biomechanics	3
HN 210 Nutrition for Humans	4
HL 260 Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology	3
PH 201 College Physics I* [SCII]	5

Dance Business Track	24
Choose 24 credits from the following:	24
ACT 230 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting (4 cr.)
FIN 224 Personal Financial Management (4 cr.)
MGT 121 Introduction to Business (4 cr.) [PERS]
MGT 221 Legal Environment of Business (4 cr.)
MGT 240 Organizational Behavior and Management (4 cr.)
MKT 230 Introduction to Marketing (4 cr.)
DAN 492 Internship in Dance (1-12 cr.)

Cluster Track	24
With adviser approval, select a cluster of cognate courses from two or more departments totaling 24 credits.
A course list must be submitted to the Registrar before the second semester of the student's junior year.

Electives	6-18
DAN 201 Beginning Ballet Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 301 Intermediate Ballet Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 401 Advanced Ballet Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 202 Beginning Contemporary Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 302 Intermediate Contemporary Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 402 Advanced Contemporary Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 203 Beginning Jazz Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 303 Intermediate Jazz Technique *** (2 cr.)
DAN 403 Advanced Jazz Technique ** (2 cr.)*
DAN 204 Beginning Tap Dance *** (1 cr.)
DAN 307 Intermediate Tap Dance *** (1 cr.)
DAN 205 Hip Hop (1 cr.)
DAN 206 Cultural Dance (1 cr.)
DAN 207 Social Dance ** (1 cr.)
DAN 295 Special Topics in Dance ** (1-2 cr.)
DAN 310 Choreography Audition Prep *** (1 cr.)
DAN 492 Internship in Dance (1-12 cr.)
DAN 495 Special Topics in Dance ** (2-4 cr.)
DAN 310 Choreography Audition Prep (1 cr.)
TH 130 The Theatre Experience (4 cr.) [HUME]
TH 140 Stage Electrics (2 cr.)
TH 240 Introduction to Lighting Design (2 cr.)
TH 142 Sound and Media Engineering (2 cr.)
TH 143 Costume Construction (2 cr.)
TH 234 Makeup Studio (2 cr.)
TH 242 Introduction Sound and Media Design (2 cr.)
TH 243 Introduction to Costume Design (2 cr.)
TH 245 Voice and Movement (4 cr.)
TH 247 Performance Studio ** (4 cr.)
TH 330 Acting 2 (4 cr.)
TH 352 Directing Theory (4 cr.)
TH 360 Theatre History 1 (4 cr.)

*Prerequisites may be required.

**Can be repeated for credit with different subject matter.

***May be taken up to two times for credit.

This major does not require a minor.

Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Practicum/Research: Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology

PSY 460E Practicum/Research: Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology 2 cr. (2-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Prerequisites: PSY 100 or PSY 101; PSY 201, PSY 202, and PSY230; Concentration in Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology required. Permission of instructor required.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A supervised practicum or research experience in cognitive or behavioral psychology.

Notes:

Course may be repeated up to 4 credits.

Environmental Sociology

SO 433 Environmental Sociology 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: SO 101 or SO 120 or instructor permission.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Provides a sociological introduction to environmental problems in historical perspective. The course is organized around three central issues: 1) the nature and character of environmental problems; 2) social drivers of environmental problems; and 3) societal responses to environmental problems.

Challenge Course Facilitation

RE 355 Challenge Course Facilitation 4 cr. (2-0-4)

Offered: Winter Summer
Prerequisites: RE 262 or HPE 290 or instructor permission.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course is based on curriculum developed by the Professional Ropes Course Association and will result in that association’s Qualified Ropes Course Professional Certification. The course will cover the use, inspection and maintenance of hardware, equipment, and materials used in a challenge course setting. This course will also focus on the experiential education skills of facilitation of individual and group development.

Juvenile Justice

CJ 365 Juvenile Justice 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course covers the causes of juvenile delinquency as well as the history and interventions of the juvenile justice system. Important and controversial topics such as due process of the law for juveniles, disproportionate minority contact in the juvenile justice system, waivers to adult court, life sentences without parole for juveniles, drugs and juvenile delinquency, gangs and juvenile delinquency, juveniles as victims of crime, and institutional corrections will be covered.

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