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3.00 Credits
3 credits Students explore the processes of graphic design by creating independent and creative solutions to a series of design problems. Students expand their proficiency in all aspects of the design process, including creative brainstorming, conceptualizing, critical thinking and presentation. Students take a design project to both print and digital formats using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Students develop and present a balanced portfolio as the culmination of their experience in the course. Prerequisites: ART-103, ART-105, COM-262, COM-360.
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4.00 Credits
1-4 credits Places qualified students in a professional area related directly to their communication training. For example, students may intern in a communication position on a newspaper, at a radio or television station, in a public relations agency, or with a political party or private business appropriate to their interest. A minimum of 50 hours of internship per credit is required. Written reports and supervisor evaluations are used to analyze and evaluate the experience. For journalism and communication majors only, primarily juniors and seniors. No more than two internships are permitted for each student; exceptions may be made. Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA or permission of instructor.
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1.00 Credits
1 credit Comprised of undergraduate students in their first year of study, Chapel Choir focuses on music for men's, women's, and mixed chorus.The ensemble provides the fundamentals of artistic choral ensemble singing and a foundation for all Westminster choral ensembles. Placement hearing required.
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1.00 Credits
1 credit Comprised of undergraduate students in their second year of study, Schola Cantorum focuses on music for mixed chorus and continues to build and refine the skills developed in Chapel Choir. This ensemble presents campus, community, and regional performances. Placement hearing required.
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2.00 Credits
2 credits This course provides the foundation of conducting technique and philosophy as it relates to choral ensemble. Primarily, it deals with the development of basic pedagogical proficiencies, specifically alignment, Laban gestural vocabulary, breathing, beat patterns, consistent tempo, and the development of expressive gesture for relaying various styles of music, i.e., legato, staccato and marcato. Basic philosophical understandings concerning the human aspects of the music making process and the role the conductor plays in that process also are emphasized. Specific techniques for dealing with technical elements, e.g., fermata, dynamics, changes of tempo, contrasts in style, also are covered. The overall focus of the course is to establish the important relationship between ear, body, and the choral sound. Prerequisite: TH-141.
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1.00 Credits
1 credit A large mixed chorus comprised of students above the lower division, including graduate students from all disciplines. The ensemble regularly performs in the region and focuses on the major choral/orchestral repertoire along with a wide variety of repertoire for large mixed chorus. Placement hearing required.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Continued development of conducting technique with emphasis on more complex styles and patterns, and on communication through appropriate gestures. Further improvement in conducting various dynamics and articulations, as well as more effective use of the left hand. Rehearsal procedures, repertoire programming, score preparation, and baton techniques are incorporated into the course. Prerequisite: CR-215.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits This elective course helps students develop greater skill and efficiency in meeting the demands of college reading. Primary emphasis is placed upon introducing, demonstrating, and practicing appropriate study strategies that will enhance overall academic performance. Instruction focuses on reading college textbooks more efficiently and effectively, improving comprehension and retention, and reading critically. Time management, note-taking skills, and other study strategies are introduced, demonstrated, and practiced. Reading and writing assignments complement and reinforce class instruction. (This course is open to freshmen and CCS students only; sophomores and juniors must have permission of the Education Enhancement Program Director to enroll.)
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3.00 Credits
2 supplemental education units A required CORE course for first year students who do not meet the placement criteria for college-level reading. This introductory reading course focuses on improving comprehension of college level materials used in first year courses at Rider University. Students are introduced to reading techniques such as text previewing, text marking, and annotating. In addition, a variety of informal writing activities will help students identify and communicate important information from these texts. Efficient learning and test-taking strategies will also be emphasized.
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