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Worship Arts, B.M.

Degree Program Upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements, the Communication Studies Department offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre. Obtaining a degree with this major requires 42 credits, 27 credits of upper-division. Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate accurate critical analysis through the presentation of oral and written critiques of texts and performances (ULO 1). 2. Identify and describe where and how the theatrical arts compliment, mirror, and are informed by biblical values and content (ULO 1, ULO 2). 3. Exhibit collaborative skills as members of a team in the creation of artistic endeavors (ULO 2). 4. Demonstrate knowledge of theatre history and literature, applying connections between theatrical practices and social contexts (ULO 2). 5. Integrate research and critical thinking skills towards excellence in preparation and presentation (ULO 3). 6. Apply experiential training in the art and business of the theatre production process, in the classroom and on stage (ULO 3). Each Program Learning Outcome (PLO) listed above references at least one of the University Learning Outcomes (ULO 1, 2, 3), which may be found in the General Information (p. 6) section of this catalog. Requirements Writing Competency Requirement Writing competency is determined within the Department of Communication Studies by a full-time faculty assessment of in-class writing samples and completion of ENGL 313 with a grade of C or higher. A minimum four page reaction or research paper from a 300 or 400 level Communication Studies required or elective course is submitted (with expected rewrites and corrections) with a student's identification number and no other corrective faculty comments or marks (out-of-class sample). Full-time faculty assess the submissions, give a numerical designation based on the WCR University-wide rubric with a minimum score of 15. After a second failure to pass the department writing competency requirement, a student must enroll in ENGL 210, consult the Communication Studies Department Chair, and pass the course to fulfill the requirement.

THTR 241 THTR 264 THTR 369 THTR 391 THTR 405 THTR 409 THTR 468

Intro to Technical Theatre

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Beginning Acting Intermediate Acting Directing Theatre

Dramatic Theory and Criticism Production Practicum II 2,3 Drama for Christian Ministry

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THTR 162 Voice and Speech for Theatre THTR 215 Theatrical Makeup THTR 232 Costume Study and Construction THTR 345 Lighting and Sound for Theatre THTR 419 Dramatic Design and Criticism THTR 435 Playwriting for Performance THTR 463 Advanced Acting Workshop THTR 477 London Theatre Study Tour CNMA 450 Cinema and Media Arts Practicum CNMA 470 Cinema and Media Arts Seminar COMM 280 Oral Interpretation COMM 282 Intercollegiate Forensics COMM 382 Intercollegiate Forensics COMM 440 Communication Internship 2,4 COMM 450 Communication Practicum 2 COMM 470 Communication Seminar COMM 480 Directed Research 2 Total Credits 1 Should only be taken once for a total of 2 credits. 2

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Students may only count a maximum of 9 credits of THTR 109, THTR 409, COMM 440, COMM 450, COMM 480 towards the major. 3 Must be taken twice for a total of 4 credits. 4 Students may not count more than 6 credits of COMM 440 toward the major. Worship Arts, B.M. Degree Program The Bachelor of Music degree in Worship Arts is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements. The major requirements include completing 64 credits. Students interested in pursuing the Worship Arts degree must demonstrate commitment to the pursuit of spiritual growth, musical excellence, and theological understanding. Special Programs/Opportunities Ensembles The Conservatory provides opportunities for experience in several types of vocal and instrumental ensembles, including Worship and Popular music Ensembles, the Jazz Ensemble, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Biola Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Winds, Women's Chorus, Men's Chorus, and Chamber Music Ensembles. All are open to Worship majors by audition. In addition, Worship majors may audition to lead worship in the Chapel Bands program.

Curriculum Requirements Program-Specific Core Curriculum (GE) Courses It is required that all Theatre major students take the following Core Curriculum (GE) courses: THTR 160 for the fine arts requirement and COMM 200 for the communication requirement. It is recommended that all Theatre students take the following Core Curriculum (GE) course: PHIL 216 (for ’Philosophy’ requirement) Program Courses THTR 109 Production Practicum 1,2

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