a dance curriculum or an academic one. She is a member of Malik's dance crew 'The Definition', and is best friends with him and Shaakira. She is also romantically involved with Tyler at the start of the season. She ultimately chooses to attend Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. Malik Kitchen- A senior and Dance major who wishes to be a star on Broadway. He is openly gay and has an on/off boyfriend in Matthew. He is a rival to Tyler. His closest friends are Shaakira and Jasmine, who are also in his dance crew. Along with Tyler, Malik gets an audition for the Bloc Agency, which he is rejected by because his dancing was "too perfect". Malik also sings, and performs in a showcase of artists impressions on "Top 40" songs. Shaakira Sargent- A senior and dance major. She is a member of the Definition with Malik and Jasmine and their best friend. Compared to the other major cast members, Shaakira gets very little screen time and only big part in the series is when she gets a role in the school ballet. Episodes References External links Season 1 on MTV 2009 American television seasons 2010 American television seasons