An introduction to the research and its methodologies in speech communication. Students will read and write about primary research in the discipline. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: a grade of C (2.0) or better in COM 251.

Analysis of American and International media to identify assumptions about global citizenship and how global citizenship relates to issues such as race/ethnicity and identity. Identical to MCA 309. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Because the course involves international travel, all students must apply through the Office of Study Abroad. Prerequisites: A minimum of 12 completed credit hours. Recommended: A minimum of 56 completed credit hours. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)

This course explores how language and public speeches shape decisions, create political support, define presidential leadership, repair public images, and celebrate community values. Writing Intensive.

Theories and application of the methods surrounding small-group interaction processes.

Television, film, video game, social media, and journalism representations of transgender, queer, and gender diverse identities and intersections with other forms of difference. Prerequisite: 26 credit hours.

Theories and techniques for creating public speeches. Designed for students who seek to improve public-speaking skills. Satisfies Oral English Competency.

Explore how communication shapes relationships and gain insights into empathy, conflict resolution, and relationship building to enhance meaningful connections! Prerequisite: 30 credit hours completed. (University Program Group III-A: Behavioral Sciences)

Focuses on the role of communication in creating and perpetuating gender stereotypes. Emphasis is on personal growth and awareness in a variety of contexts. Identical to WGS 362. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. (University Program Group IV-A: Studies in Discrimination)

Study of establishing and achieving communication goals in a variety of formalized interviewing contexts. Emphasis given to question development and interviewing skills. 

Application of theories and principles underlying attitude change.

Examines the non-language dimensions of communication in several social settings: dyadic, small group, crosscultural, and subcultural.

This course will assist students in increasing their understanding of communication skills applied to the health professions and healthcare settings.