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Theater Arts Other relevant courses may be found under Communication, Dance, and English. |
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THA 1041 - Theater Appreciation 3 cr
Designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of the varieties of theatrical experience.
This course counts towards the Aesthetic Understanding Frame of Reference.
Fee $15
Every semester
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THA 1111 - Stagecraft 3 cr
Basic course in the physical mounting of a stage production. Scenery, lighting, properties, sound and technical effects are examined. The course includes a weekly two hour lab and may include crew work on productions.
This course counts towards the Aesthetic Understanding Frame of Reference, and may be repeated once for credit.
Fee $200
Every semester
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THA 2011 - Survey of Theater History I 3 cr
An examination of the critical periods of Theater History from the Greeks through Shakespeare. Representative plays from each period will be explored, as plays are some of the best reflections of any particular culture.
This course fulfills the World Views Frame of Reference.
Fall
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THA 2012 - Survey of Theater History II 3 cr
An examination of the critical periods in Theater History from French Neoclassicism to the present. Representative plays will be explored, as plays are some of the best reflections of any particular culture.
This course fulfills the World Views Frame of Reference.
Prerequisite: THA 2011 .
Spring
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THA 2110 - Voice and Diction 3 cr
In this course students will learn the skills necessary to produce a good speaking voice, correct faulty speech habits, and develop practices in public speaking.
This course counts towards the Aesthetic Understanding Frame of Reference.
Spring, even years
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THA 2121 - Acting I 3 cr
This course will emphasize principles of acting at the beginning level. Emphasis will be placed on exercises and course work related to relaxation, talking and listening, body dynamics, concentration, sensory awareness, imagination, improvisation, actions and objectives in addition to other basic concepts related to the actor's process. Performance requirements include individual and group exercises and two-character scene work.
This course counts towards the Aesthetic Understanding Frame of Reference.
Every semester
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THA 2122 - Acting II 3 cr
Continuation of THA 2121 with concentration on character analysis. Performance requirements will include monologue and scene study experiences.
Prerequisite: THA 2121 .
Spring
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THA 2130 - Fashion Construction and Pattern Making 3 cr
The method of shaping two-dimensional materials into three-dimensional garments is part sculpting, part building, and part drafting. This course is an introduction to the practical skills of sewing, the artistic skills of translating an idea or vision into physical form, and the engineering skills of transforming a set of numbers into a wearable structure. Throughout the semester students will research, discuss, and write about the contributions of fashion and costume to our material culture. May be repeated once for program credit.
Lecture and workshop.
Fee $100
Fall, odd years
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THA 2140 - Design Fundamentals 3 cr
This course will give students a solid foundation in design from which they can build upon in more advanced studies. Students will learn the basic elements of design and principles of composition as well as an overview of various periods and styles throughout history. Topics covered may include fundamentals in: color theory, drawing, painting, drafting, fashion, architecture, and various visual media.
This course counts towards the Aesthetic Understanding Frame of Reference.
Fee $100
Spring, even years
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THA 2160 - Musicals 3 cr
An examination of the Musical as a performing art from its roots to current day. Musicals will be explored from aesthetic, cultural, political, social, and historical perspectives.
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THA 2510 - Scenic Painting 3 cr
This class is designed to introduce students to the study and practice of scenic art and scenic painting. Students will learn the fundamental techniques of painting and texturing associated with such basic scenic design applications as wood graining, marbling, stenciling, etc.
This course counts towards the Aesthetic Understanding Frame of Reference.
Fee $300
Spring, odd years
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THA 2750 - Special Topics in Theater 3 cr
In-depth examination of a variety of specific elements from different areas of theatre. Exact course descriptions will be provided prior to each registration period. May be taken twice for credit as topics change.
Fee 0-$200
Spring
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THA 2900 - Independent Study 1-3 cr
Hours by arrangement.
Signed contract required at time of registration.
Prerequisite: Consent of department chair.
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THA 3020 - Acting for the Camera 3 cr
Instruction and practice in the basics of acting for both TV and film style productions: playing to the camera, shooting out of sequences, blocking, and other production considerations.
Prerequisite: THA 2121 , or consent of instructor.
Alternate years
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THA 3030 - Children's Theater 3 cr
This course focuses on the development of scripted and non-scripted works for performance by and/or for children. Students will create productions and may work on productions in the community.
This course fulfills the Aesthetic Understanding frame of reference.
Spring
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THA 3050 - Stage Makeup 3 cr
A course in the art of makeup as a design element and augmentation of characterization. Various kinds of makeup and character types will be explored. The course will culminate in character analysis, design and makeup execution for a character.
Fee $100
Fall, even years
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THA 3120 - Lighting Design 3 cr
Explores the practical and artistic elements of lighting the stage. The fundamentals of instrumentation and control are explained. Also included will be systems of nomenclature and computer aided drafting techniques for the development of lighting plots. Emphasis will be on practical experience in developing the student's sense of lighting aesthetics.
Fee $100
Fall, odd years
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THA 3123 - Acting III 3 cr
An advanced acting studio which deals with acting styles and advanced audition techniques. The course will culminate in acting juries.
This course is repeatable for credit.
Prerequisite: THA 2121 and THA 2122
Fall, Odd years
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THA 3124 - Acting IV 3 cr
An advanced acting studio that deals with acting theorists and their practices through scene study, analysis, and performance.
Prerequisite: THA 3123 .
Spring Even years
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THA 3211 - Directing I 3 cr
An introductory directing course which deals primarily with script analysis and research methods in preparation for the directing of major productions for the theater.
Fall, even years
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THA 3212 - Directing II 3 cr
An intermediate directing course which deals with script analysis and research methods in preparation for the directing of major productions for the theater. The course is designed as a lab application with numerous directing projects assigned.
Prerequisite: THA 3211
Spring, odd years
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THA 3220 - Computer Aided Design for Theatre 3 cr
Students will learn the use of computer aided design software specifically as it applies to theatre design; starting with basic two-dimensional shapes and working up to fully rendered three-dimensional models.
This course fulfills the computing intensive requirement.
Fee $30
Fall, odd years
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THA 3310 - Dramatic Theory and Criticism 3 cr
This course examines the work of major playwrights and critical theories of western theater from the Ancient Greeks to the present. The class will rely heavily on extensive reading of dramatic literature and the theories and criticisms that followed as well as informed group discussions of the required reading.
Fall
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THA 3331 - Scene Design 3 cr
An examination of the elements of design as they relate to the translation and reinforcement of the dramatic image of a play script into the visual environment of a production. Includes development, completion and critical analysis of original projects.
Lecture and workshop
Repeatable once for credit
Fee $100
Spring, odd years
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THA 3810 - Internship in Theater 1-12 cr
Credit to be arranged. The student assumes a position of responsibility in a professional theater or related facility or organization under the supervision of an on-site professional and a faculty member. Permission of department. Registration by permission of department chair only.
Signed contract required at time of registration.
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THA 4020 - Stage Management 3 cr
Students study the function and role of the theatrical stage manager. Tools such as rehearsal and performance reports, a stage manager's book, and stage management kit will be employed.
Fee $30
Spring, odd years
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THA 4332 - Advanced Design for the Theater 3 cr
An in-depth examination of a single area of design for the theater as it relates to the translation and reinforcement of the dramatic image of a play script into the visual environment of a production. Includes the development, completion and critical analysis of several original projects in either scenic, lighting, or costume design. It is expected that several of the student projects will be realized.
Prerequisite: THA 3331 and THA 2140 or consent of instructor.
Lab fee $30.
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THA 4410 - Theater in Education 3 cr
Explores the range and possibilities of theater as a pedagogical method. Emphasizes the use of theater as a developmental teaching tool, and as a means of reinforcing other areas of K-12 school curriculum. Students may be required to work directly with children in a classroom or extra-curricular setting.
This course counts towards the Aesthetic Understanding Frame of Reference.
Fall
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THA 4721 - Theatre Arts Capstone I 2 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence. This course will focus on the preparation of a physical portfolio, an online portfolio, and the development of theatre production proposals.
Senior standing
Fall
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THA 4722 - Theatre Arts Capstone II 2 cr
The second of a two-semester course. This course will focus on the development and implementation of a theatrical production.
Senior standing
Spring
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THA 4810 - Internship in Theater 1-12 cr
The student assumes a position of responsibility in a professional theater or related facility or organization under the supervision of an on-site professional and a faculty member.
Signed contract required at time of registration.
Prerequisite: Permission of department.
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THA 4910 - Independent Study 1-3 cr
Permission only.
Signed contract required at time of registration.
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Wildlife & Forest Conservation |
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WFC 1010 - Natural Resource Management 3 cr
This is a broad, introductory course that introduces foundational concepts in wildlife and forest sustainability, with an eye to the broader environment. Students will explore possible career paths and learn about the different groups and organizations that work to manage our natural resources. Students will work to identify problems and use data to propose solutions that benefit the land and the goals of the land manager.
Fall
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WFC 2010 - Conservation Field Experience 4 cr
This experiential course is a hands-on course with a focus on field skills relevant to conservation including data collection, utilization of common tools in forest and wildlife assessment, plot establishment, data analysis, and manipulation and monitoring of field sites. Course content is designed to be delivered in the field with a heavy emphasis on direct training in the skills needed to succeed as a conservation manager.
TBD $300-$500
Fall
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WFC 3010 - Wildlife Management 3 cr
The main focus of this course is on the principles used to manage wildlife resources and how different management agencies act in a way to sustain populations and restore species when necessary. To a lesser extent this course will explore fisheries as a managed resource as well.
Prerequisite: WFC 1010
Spring
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WFC 3810 - Conservation Internship 3 cr
Students have the opportunity to work with one of the numerous governmental agencies or private sector companies in the field of conservation. Signed contract is required at the time of registration.
Wildlife & Forest Conservation majors only.
Pass/No Pass only, Repeatable for credit
Every term
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Women's and Gender Studies Other relevant courses are listed here . |
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WGS 1020 - Introduction to Women's And Gender Studies 3 cr
This course enables students to understand and appreciate the rich and varied field of Women's and Gender Studies; to identify and explain ideas about gender and the ways that it has affected individuals; to understand how gender identity is shaped by race, class and culture, and what it means and has meant to be a gendered subject in the United States and abroad.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Understanding or World View Frame of Reference.
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WGS 2080 - Thinking Bodies 3 cr
Crosslisted as SOC 2080
An interdisciplinary study of the ways in which society thinks about bodies in relation to social locations. Students examine the various ways in which bodies are socially constructed, disciplined, and assigned meanings based on race, class, gender, sexuality, nationality, age, and dis/ability. This course encourages students to consider experiences of embodiment from sociological and feminist perspectives.
This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Understanding Frame of Reference.
Periodically
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WGS 2710 - Special Topics 3 cr
Specialized topics in Women's and Gender Studies that reflect student interests and instructor expertise of specialties. Special topics will be announced the semester prior to the semester of the course offering.
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WGS 2910 - Independent Study 1-3 cr
Provides the exceptionally curious and motivated student the opportunity to explore on an introductory level an aspect of the study of women and / or gender that is not offered by the courses listed in the course catalog. Students need to arrange with an appropriate faculty member a student-faculty independent study contract prior to registration.
Must be approved by women’s studies coordinator.
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WGS 3210 - Feminist Thought 3 cr
This course examines the various waves of feminist movements, as well as the many feminist perspectives that exist. Students will be exposed to the contributions of feminist thinkers and understand the key debates within Women's and Gender Studies.
Junior or Senior standing
Prerequisite: WGS 1020
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WGS 3310 - Feminist Methods: Research and Action 3 cr
This course provides an introduction to feminist research methods. Students will be encouraged to apply their understanding of feminist theories to the methods presented in this course. Students will examine various feminist epistemologies, or ways of knowing. This course will engage the following central questions: Is there a feminist research method? What are feminist research methods? Should there be feminist research methods? How do feminist research methods overlap with or differ from other research methods?
Junior or Senior standing
Prerequisite: WGS 1020 recommended
Spring
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WGS 3710 - Special Topics 3 cr
Specialized topics in Women's and Gender Studies that reflect student interests and instructor expertise of specialties. Special topics will be announced the semester prior to the semester of the course offering.
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WGS 3910 - Independent Study 1-3 cr
Provides the exceptionally curious and motivated student the opportunity to explore in greater depth an aspect of a women’s studies course that the student has already taken. Students need to arrange with an appropriate faculty member and a student-faculty independent study contract prior to registration.
Must be approved by women’s studies coordinator.
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WGS 4510 - Activism and Advocacy Project in WGS 3 cr
This course is designed to support student involvement in the community through activism and advocacy. Students must design a sustainable project that serves the university and broader communities, and demonstrates students' involvement and agency.
Junior or Senior standing or permission of the WGS program coordinator.
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WGS 4610 - Senior Project in Women's and Gender Studies 3 cr
This is a capstone course that allows a student to either write a senior theoretical thesis in Women's and Gender Studies or work on a creative art form, such as film, installation art, music, etc. Students will prepare and present their culminating research or creative project, which incorporates feminist theory and praxis.
Prerequisite: At least 12 credit hours of WGS related courses or senior standing.
Every Semester
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WGS 4810 - Field Experience in Women's and Gender Studies 3-6 cr
Students design and conduct an activist project in close supervision with a WGS faculty member to get hands-on experience to bring social change. Unlike internships, this course includes a major research component.
A maximum of 6 credits of WGS 4810 may be applied towards the major or minor.
Every semester
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WGS 4820 - Internship in Women's and Gender Studies 1-6 cr
Students who are Women's and Gender Studies majors and minors undertake career placements with local, state, or national organizations that address needs and conditions in today's society from the perspective of gender. A signed contract is required at the time of registration. Students must have at least 12 credits in Women's and Gender Studies or permission of instructor.
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WGS 4910 - Independent Study 1-3 cr
Provides the exceptionally curious and motivated student the opportunity to explore in greater depth any aspect of women’s studies. The study must culminate in a major research paper or project. Students need to arrange with an appropriate faculty member and a student-faculty independent study contract prior to registration. Must be approved by women’s studies coordinator.
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