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  • 1.00 - 6.00 Credits

    An opportunity for majors to apply knowledge and techniques learned in the classroom to an actual job experience. Classroom instruction must precede the experience, or the student must be registered for courses at the same time the student is enrolled in the work experience.
  • 1.00 - 6.00 Credits

    An opportunity for majors to apply knowledge and techniques learned in the classroom to an actual job experience. Classroom instruction must precede the experience, or the student must be registered for courses at the same time the student is enrolled in the work experience.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This introductory course investigates principles of communication theories and how to use these theories in practical application. The course content encourages students to analyze, assess and evaluate communication principles. Students will develop skills and techniques essential to effective communication in settings that include; intrapersonal (with oneself), interpersonal (face-to-face), small group and public speaking. Students will develop the ability to look at the big picture of human communicate and how it affects each individual's perception, cultural traditions and human philosophy.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Intercollegiate Forensics is a class designed to give credit to communication students working on forensic team-related projects. Participants will be expected to create polished, competitive speeches for presentations throughout the nation. The class is repeatable for up to 12 credits.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The study of interpersonal communication is the study of interaction between people. It is not only the conversation, but the psychology of relationships, problems, and situations and how they can be dealt with in an effective manner. This course is designed to study interpersonal communication from a descriptive as well as analytical point of view. The topics of interpersonal relationships include; Cognitive Psychology, self-concept, perception, emotions, verbal and nonverbal language, listening, intimacy, climate, and conflict will be discussed. Possible methods of enhancing interpersonal communication situations will be practiced through discussion, role-play, writing, critical evaluation, feedback and observance.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is an introduction to communication in group processes such as decision-making, leadership, power, conflict, deviance, and the development of group structures, functions, norms, and roles. It is designed to help students further understanding the various perspectives on small group communication theory and concepts. Special emphasis is placed on preparing and organizing various types of oral presentations and communication strategies for organizations. It is designed to provide students with multiple ways to enhance small group communication skills and develop a more comprehensive understanding of the communication process therein.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Intercultural Communication is a study of the ways people communicate within and between cultures, including a consideration of cultural contexts and the relationship between culture and communication. This class is aimed at developing a greater understanding about diversity and the intercultural aspect of everyday life. Intercultural diversity is present everywhere and understanding some of the cultural influence helps individuals gain acceptance and tolerance of other cultures.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Photojournalism is a form of visual communication that documents the emotions, drama, suspense, and exhilaration of real-life events and people for diverse media outlets, including print and electronic media. As artists and storytellers, photojournalists create images that document our culture. These images capture both the momentous and the everyday circumstances of contemporary life and society. This course will teach students to understand photography as a form of visual communication, as they address aspects of photograph such as formal composition, narrative elements, aperture, shutter speed, power of color, dramatics of black/white, and more. The photographs taken in the course may be used for the school newspaper. DSLR camera is required.
    General Education Course
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will emphasize the practical application of TV production. Students will learn the elements of video production, editing techniques, and broadcast journalism writing skills. They will use a field video camera and post-production editing equipment to produce individual and team assignments.
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    For Communication majors and other students interested in a hands-on experience working with the local Community Television Channel (Snow TV) on any of its production projects. Includes basic television production skills for college and local community and government events. Students work a minimum number of hours based on the credits for which they register: 3 hours per week for 1 credit, 6 hours per week for 2 credits, or 9 hours per week for 3 credits. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. Formerly COMM 1385