Course Form
I. Summary of Proposed Changes
Dept / Program
School of Theatre & Dance
Course Title
Prefix and Course
#
U DANC 170A
Dance Forms: Tribal Style Belly
Short Title (max. 26 characters incl. spaces)
Dance Forms: Tribal Belly
Summarize the change(s) proposed
New course
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name Signature
Requestor:
Michele Antonioli
Phone/ email :
x2875
Program Chair/Director:
Date
michele.antonioli@umontana.edu
Mark Dean
x2879
Other affected programs
Dean:
Dr. Stephen Kalm
x4970
Are other departments/programs affected by this modification
Please obtain signature(s) from the
because of
Chair/Director of any such department/
(a) required courses incl. prerequisites or corequisites,
program (above) before submission
(b) perceived overlap in content areas
(c) cross-listing of coursework
III: To Add a New Course Syllabus and assessment information is required (paste syllabus into
section V or attach). Course should have internal coherence and clear focus.
Common Course Numbering Review (Department Chair Must Initial):
YES
NO
Does an equivalent course exist elsewhere in the MUS? Check all relevant disciplines if
X
course is interdisciplinary. (http://mus.edu/transfer/CCN/ccn_default.asp)
If YES: Do the proposed abbreviation, number, title and credits align with existing course(s)? Please indicate
equivalent course/campus. 
If NO: Course may be unique, but is subject to common course review. Be sure to include learning outcomes
on syllabus or paste below. The course number may be changed at the system level.
Using the movement vocabulary learned (alignment, centering, balance work; basic locomotion, basic axial
movement-flexion, extension, rotation; elevation-techniques, rhythmic awareness; basic positions of the arms
and feet; flexibility and strengthening exercises; use of breath and vocalization), students are able to express
themselves using the fundamentals of Tribal Style Belly Dance. Through attending performances of local
companies and national/international professional companies, and through viewing dance works on video/DVD,
students will understand and differentiate between different dance genres and the major forms that have
shaped the medium of dance. The dance program values critique as part of the learning goals of all dance
students. All students who study tribal belly dance are required to attend concerts and write critiques about the
quality of the work they are seeing. In addition, students are involved in class critiques where they critique their
own work and the work of their peers. Students also participate in a Formal Critique conducted by a guest critic
from the Missoula community.
Justification: How does the course fit with the existing curriculum? Why is it needed?
This popular introductory course was formerly offered as a Special Topic (DANC 191) but has been offered
consistently enough that it now needs to be proposed as its own course.
Are there curricular adjustments to accommodate teaching this course?
None needed.
Complete for UG courses (UG courses should be assigned a 400 number).
Describe graduate increment - see procedure 301.30
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/grad_council/procedures/default.aspx
Complete for Co-convented courses
Companion course number, title, and description (include syllabus of companion course in section V)
See procedure 301.20 http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/grad_council/procedures/default.aspx.
New fees and changes to existing fees are only approved once each biennium by the
Board of Regents. The coordination of fee submission is administered by Administration
and Finance. Fees may be requested only for courses meeting specific conditions
according to Policy 940.12.1 http://mus.edu/borpol/bor900/940-12-1.pdf . Please
indicate whether this course will be considered for a fee.
If YES, what is the proposed amount of the fee?
Justification:
YES
NO
X
IV. To Delete or Change an Existing Course – check X all that apply
Deletion
Title
Course Number Change
From:
Level U, UG,
From:
G
To:
To:
Co-convened
Description Change
Repeatability
Change in Credits
From:
Cross Listing
(primary
To:
program
initiates form)
Prerequisites
Is there a fee associated with the
course?
1. Current course information at it appears in catalog
2. Full and exact entry (as proposed) 
(http://www.umt.edu/catalog) 
3. If cross-listed course: secondary program & course number
4. If co-convened course: companion course number, title, and description
(include syllabus of companion course in section V) See procedure 301.20
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/grad_council/procedures/default.aspx.
5. Is this a course with MUS Common Course Numbering?
http://mus.edu/transfer/CCN/ccn_default.asp
If yes, please explain below whether this change will eliminate the course’s common course
status.
6. Graduate increment if level of course is changed to UG.
Reference procedure 301.30:
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/committees/
grad_council/procedures/default.aspx
(syllabus required in section V)
7. Other programs affected by the change
8. Justification for proposed change
YES NO
Have you reviewed the graduate
increment guidelines? Please check
(X) space provided.
V. Syllabus/Assessment Information
Required for new courses and course change from U to UG. Paste syllabus in field below or attach and send
digital copy with form.
The University of Montana
SCHOOL OF THEATRE & DANCE
DANC 170A, Dance Forms: Tribal Style Belly Dance
2 credits
Instructor Information
 Kelli Marie Neumayer
 missooLaLa@yahoo.com
 (406) 531 -1833
 www.KellimarieBellyD.com
ALL Class Meetings
 Time: 1 – 3 PM
 Days: Monday – Friday
 Location: PARTV Room 035 (Ballet Studio)
 Final Day: January 20 from 1 – 3 PM, same location
 Course length: January 3 – January 20. NOTE: January 16th is a Holiday: no class
Materials
 Notebook, pen/pencil
 Proper Attire – (NO JEANS, NO SHORTS) workout pants or dance pants, Dance/Sports
Bra, T-Shirt, Bare Feet or Jazz Ballet Shoes
Course Description
 History and Origins
 Health and Fitness benefits (Physical and Emotional)
 Concepts, Mental Imagery, Learning Strategies
 Fundamental Movements and Dance Steps
o Primary
 Warm Up
 Basic Position
 Hip Isolations
 Chest Isolations
 Arm and Hand Movements
 Traveling Steps
o Secondary
 Combination Dance Steps
 Group Choreography
 Improvisation
 Cues and Transitions
Course Objectives
This course will provide a foundation in fundamental movements, rhythms, history and
culture as it relates to Tribal Style Belly dance. We will explore the differences between the various
Tribal styles of dance, costuming, and music and how fusion has played a role in the development of
this dance in America.
Physical benefits may include: increased flexibility, range of motion, muscle strength,
improved balance, coordination, and posture. Emotional benefits may include stress reduction,
improved self- confidence and self- esteem, overall sense of body awareness and creativity.
Policies
 Traditional Grading will be determined by attendance, participation, quizzes, research papers
and final recital
 Attendance/Absence/Tardiness will affect your final grade
 Students with Access/Special Needs
Students with disabilities may request reasonable modifications by contacting
me. The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through
collaboration between students with disabilities, instructors, and Disability Services
for Students (DSS). “Reasonable” means the University permits no fundamental
alterations of academic standards or retroactive modifications. For more
information, please consult http://life.umt.edu/dss/.
Class Dynamics
As an instructor I try to provide a relaxed atmosphere of learning to encourage personal and
spiritual growth. We shall explore this unique dance with the intention of preserving the culture,
raising the level of awareness, and presenting this discipline as a true art form.
Academic Misconduct and the Student Conduct Code
All students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic
penalty by the course instructor and/or disciplinary sanction by the University. All students need to
be familiar with the Student Conduct Code. The Code is available for review online at
http://life.umt.edu/vpsa/student_conduct.php.
All Theatre & Dance students must have an in-depth knowledge of the practices and procedures
outlined in the School of Theatre & Dance Student Handbook. The Handbook is available online at
http://www.umt.edu/theatredance/about/handbook.
There is inherent risk involved in many Theatre & Dance classes as they are very physical in nature.
Please proceed through class, shop time, or rehearsal with caution. Always be mindful of your
personal safety and the safety of others. Students participating in class/shop/rehearsal/performance
do so at their own risk.
Procedure/Policy
You are expected to abide by the following School of Theatre & Dance regulations. Eating,
drinking, or gum chewing during the class are not permitted. Please let me know in writing if you
have a medical exception to this policy. Water in a capped container is acceptable. Absolutely no
weapons, real or fake, are allowed in the classroom. Late work is not accepted; this includes late or
unprepared performances. Students are encouraged to wear appropriate movement attire to class.
There is inherent risk involved in many Theatre & Dance classes, as they are very physical in nature.
Please proceed through class, shop time, or rehearsal with caution. Always be mindful of your
personal safety and the safety of others. Students participating in class/shop/rehearsal/performance
do so at their own risk.
VI Department Summary (Required if several forms are submitted) In a separate document list course
number, title, and proposed change for all proposals.
VII Copies and Electronic Submission. After approval, submit original, one copy, summary of
proposals and electronic file to the Faculty Senate Office, UH 221, camie.foos@mso.umt.edu.
Revised 5-4-11