Jennifer Seigle, J.D.

Residential Faculty - Dance

Exercise Science

480-461-7597

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Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
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Classes Taught

Fall 2023

DAH201 Dance, Culture, and Global Contexts 3 Credits

Introduction to the study of dance as culture in diverse global contexts. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33615

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

15 of 20
Seats Available

DAN132 Modern Dance I 1 Credits

Introduction to the theory and practice of modern dance at the beginning level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17603
Dobson Campus

Dance Room

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Open

9 of 15
Seats Available

DAN140 Tap Dance I 1 Credits

An introduction to the theory and practice of tap dance. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
19531
Dobson Campus

PE 1W

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/23/2023 - 12/15/2023
WeFr
5:15 PM - 6:30 PM

Open

10 of 13
Seats Available

DAN141 Dance Workshop 1 Credits

An intensive experience in the process of choreography, performance, and production elements. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17608
Dobson Campus

Dance Room

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2023 - 12/15/2023
Fr
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Open

10 of 15
Seats Available

Notes: Class 17608 Note change: MCC DANCE COMPANY. Enrollment in this course requires an interview and permission from the Dance Program Director. To schedule your interview, please contact jennifer.seigle@mesacc.edu This course requires extra rehearsal and performance time outside of scheduled class meetings. In addition to weekly class meetings (Rehearsals), all students in this course must attend all technical and dress rehearsals for the production. Students will also participate in at least one full-concert run-through prior to tech week. A complete schedule will be provided to students during the first week of classes. Students are encouraged to complete one semester of DAN141 prior to auditioning for DAN150.

DAN145 Tap Dance II 1 Credits

Theory and practice of tap dance at an advanced beginning level.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN140 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
19532
Dobson Campus

PE 1W

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/23/2023 - 12/15/2023
WeFr
5:15 PM - 6:30 PM

Open

10 of 13
Seats Available

DAN150 Dance Performance I 1 Credits

An introduction to the process and practice of dance performance.

Prerequisites: None.

Corequisites: Any level of any of the following dance technique courses with a DAN prefix: ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop, tap, social, or world dance.

Course Notes: This class functions as a Dance Company. Live on-line and face-to-face rehearsal times may vary. A rehearsal calendar will be given to all students on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17609
Dobson Campus

Dance Room

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

12 of 15
Seats Available

Notes: Class 17609: Enrollment in this course is by audition only. Auditions will be held during the week prior to the start of classes each semester. Students wishing to audition should contact Dance Program Director Jennifer Seigle (jennifer.seigle@mesacc.edu) for audition information. Students in DAN150/DAN155 will engage in a rigorous rehearsal process for multiple dances, which will be performed in the formal Dance Concert. This course requires extra rehearsal and performance time outside of scheduled class meetings. In addition to regular rehearsals, all students in this course must attend all technical and dress rehearsals for the production. Students will also participate in at least one full-concert run-through prior to tech week. A rehearsal schedule will be provided to students during the first week of classes. For information, please contact Dance Concert Director Jennifer Seigle at: jennifer.seigle@mesacc.edu.

DAN155 Dance Performance II 1 Credits

Continued study of the process and practice of dance performance at advanced beginning level.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN150 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any level of any of the following dance technique courses with a DAN prefix: ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop, tap, social, or world dance.

Course Notes: This class functions as a Dance Company. Live on-line and face-to-face rehearsal times may vary. A rehearsal calendar will be given to all students on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
19398
Dobson Campus

Dance Room

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

12 of 15
Seats Available

Notes: Class 19398 Enrollment in this course is by audition only. Auditions will be held during the week prior to the start of classes each semester. Students wishing to audition should contact Dance Program Director Jennifer Seigle (jennifer.seigle@mesacc.edu) for audition information. Students in DAN150/DAN155 will engage in a rigorous rehearsal process for multiple dances, which will be performed in the formal Dance Concert. This course requires extra rehearsal and performance time outside of scheduled class meetings. In addition to regular rehearsals, all students in this course must attend all technical and dress rehearsals for the production. Students will also participate in at least one full-concert run-through prior to tech week. A rehearsal/class meeting schedule will be provided to students during the first week of classes. For information, please contact Dance Concert Director Jennifer Seigle at: jennifer.seigle@mesacc.edu.

Fall Flex Start 2023

DAH100 Introduction to Dance 3 Credits

Overview of the field of dance focusing on origins, historical development, and cultural characteristics of the various styles of dance. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18653

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

7 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18653 Students may contact instructor at: jennifer.seigle@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only

DAN220 Dance Career Preparation 3 Credits

This course provides foundational skills for employment in the field of dance including career research; development of promotional materials; interview and audition preparation; and entrepreneurial strategies for achieving educational and career goals.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33613
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture/Lab
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023
Tu
12:00 PM - 2:40 PM

Open

11 of 15
Seats Available

Degrees & Awards

JD, summa cum laude, Southwestern Law School

MFA, Dance, University of Colorado, Boulder

BA, Theatre, California State University, Northridge

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