Focuses on the cultural, economic and historical impact that Black dances such as Hip Hop, Jazz and Breakdance have in the lives of women and marginalized groups. From pre-Colonial times to today, the course will survey the evolution of Black vernacular dance in social settings and performances onstage, in musical theater and in film. NOTE: This course is not activity-based and is not applicable to the specific area requirement in Physical Education for the Associate Degree.