Communication Major

A basic introduction to the theory and practice of public speaking, interpersonal communication, small group communication, and speech communication with leadership skills. The goal is to help broaden the student's knowledge of the entire human interaction process so that he/she becomes more skillful as an initiator and recipient of messages in the dyadic, small group, and public arenas.

This course provides a thorough understanding of the theory and practice of studio recording and sound reinforcement. Cross listed with DM/MUSG 226.

The course prepares the student in the basic skills of a radio station announcer/board operator. Rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission pertaining to work at any radio station, basic announcing techniques, and studio equipment operating procedures will be included. WGRN (FM) is used as a learning laboratory.

An introduction to the history, principles, and practice of news writing. Extensive experience in basics of newsgathering and reporting. Emphasis on "hard" news and "beat" writing. Cross listed with ENG 226.

A writing course exploring journalistic, expository forms, and stylistic techniques appropriate for periodical publications and their diverse audiences. Cross listed with ENG 227.

Provides students with experience in news writing, sports writing, feature writing, photojournalism, graphic design, desktop publishing, editing, advertising sales, theme implementation, budget management and other experiences related through the production of a campus newspaper and yearbook. May be repeated up to a total of six hours credit. Cross listed with ENG 231/331.

Study of principles of writing copy for broadcast use for both radio and television. The student will prepare scripts for a wide variety of broadcast applications such as commercials, editorials and commentaries, promotional and public service announcements, news, sports reports, informational features, interviews, and music radio shifts. Cross listed with ENG 232.

Application of learned skills in news, production, sports, music, or advanced announcing at WGRN (FM). The student may choose any one section to pursue during a given semester. Students must have completed COM 240 in a particular area (e.g., news, production, etc.) before they are eligible to enroll in COM 340 in that same area. These courses may be repeated to a maximum of six credit hours.

The course examines the historical development, functions, and structures of the primary mass media: books, magazines, newspapers, recorded music, motion pictures, radio, television, and the internet. The course also looks at how such fields as journalism, public relations, and advertising use mass media to accomplish their ends.

The theory and practice of persuasion for the purpose of developing critical thinking and reasoned advocacy. A study of how people persuade the media and how the media persuade people, as well as application to other practical techniques, including debate.

An examination of interpersonal communication as it applies to group discussion. Specific areas of study include effective leadership, participation, dealing with conflict, fostering cohesiveness, and applying a reflective thinking process to problem solving. These goals are accomplished through task force groups, learning/personal growth groups, and social groups.

The study and practice of voice development, careful articulation, and proper diction. Although the course is designed for normal voices, special attention is devoted to individual speech problems and practical, personal training in improving voice and speaking skills.

A study of the major aspects involved in managing broadcast stations, including financial management, human resource management, broadcast programming, sales, promotion and marketing, and broadcast regulations. Various management styles, theories, and practices are discussed and compared.

A study of theory, research (methods and seminal studies), ethics, law, and regulation of the mass media.

While the specific emphasis is on conducting oneself successfully in a job interview, the course will begin by examining some general principles of all types of interviewing. Structure, questioning, preparing for, and experiencing an employment interview, and appropriate dress and interview techniques will be covered. Students will also learn interviewing techniques for mass media, counseling, health care, and more.

This course will be completed for a letter grade.    

Students doing internships enroll in different sections depending on their focus. For Radio, 405.01; Television, 405.02; Public Relations, 405.03; Advertising, 405.04; Journalism, 405.05; Theatre, 405.06; or Speech Communication, 405.07.

A basic introduction to the theory and practice of public speaking, interpersonal communication, small group communication, and speech communication with leadership skills. The goal is to help broaden the student's knowledge of the entire human interaction process so that he/she becomes more skillful as an initiator and recipient of messages in the dyadic, small group, and public arenas.

The course prepares the student in the basic skills of a radio station announcer/board operator. Rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission pertaining to work at any radio station, basic announcing techniques, and studio equipment operating procedures will be included. WGRN (FM) is used as a learning laboratory.

An introduction to the history, principles, and practice of news writing. Extensive experience in basics of newsgathering and reporting. Emphasis on "hard" news and "beat" writing. Cross listed with ENG 226.

A writing course exploring journalistic, expository forms, and stylistic techniques appropriate for periodical publications and their diverse audiences. Cross listed with ENG 227.

Provides students with experience in news writing, sports writing, feature writing, photojournalism, graphic design, desktop publishing, editing, advertising sales, theme implementation, budget management and other experiences related through the production of a campus newspaper and yearbook. May be repeated up to a total of six hours credit. Cross listed with ENG 231/331.

Study of principles of writing copy for broadcast use for both radio and television. The student will prepare scripts for a wide variety of broadcast applications such as commercials, editorials and commentaries, promotional and public service announcements, news, sports reports, informational features, interviews, and music radio shifts. Cross listed with ENG 232.

The theory and practice of persuasion for the purpose of developing critical thinking and reasoned advocacy. A study of how people persuade the media and how the media persuade people, as well as application to other practical techniques, including debate.

Expanded study and application of presentational and structural principles of public speaking, such as visual aids, nonverbal delivery, evaluation of presentations, ceremonial speeches, and business and professional presentations.

An examination of interpersonal communication as it applies to group discussion. Specific areas of study include effective leadership, participation, dealing with conflict, fostering cohesiveness, and applying a reflective thinking process to problem solving. These goals are accomplished through task force groups, learning/personal growth groups, and social groups.

An examination of selected theories in all aspects of communication, and the application of those theories in the analysis and criticism of social and public discourse in today's world. This course is the basis of all communication aspects and it allows students to better understand the entire discipline.

The study of introductory materials to the public relations discipline. The student will discover the historical aspects; define the terms; and become acquainted with the duties, tools, and skills that are necessary to succeed in the field of public relations. Guest speakers, oral presentations, and writing assignments will enhance textbook information. Special events planning will be a highlight of this course.

The study of the advanced aspects of interpersonal communication as it occurs in friendships, families, professional relationships, leadership roles, gender differences and sameness, and small groups. The student will explore in a more in-depth manner goals, roles, strategies, messages, conflict, perceptions, and listening as they are applied toward successful verbal and nonverbal communication in males, females, and cultures across borderlands. Meets the general education cross cultural requirement.

The analytical application and integration of public relations procedures into the problem solving process. Experience is gained by applying basic techniques while planning, designing, and preparing an actual campaign, including all media preparations needed in the workplace.

While the specific emphasis is on conducting oneself successfully in a job interview, the course will begin by examining some general principles of all types of interviewing. Structure, questioning, preparing for, and experiencing an employment interview, and appropriate dress and interview techniques will be covered. Students will also learn interviewing techniques for mass media, counseling, health care, and more.

This course will be completed for a letter grade.    

Students doing internships enroll in different sections depending on their focus. For Radio, 405.01; Television, 405.02; Public Relations, 405.03; Advertising, 405.04; Journalism, 405.05; Theatre, 405.06; or Speech Communication, 405.07.

A basic introduction to the theory and practice of public speaking, interpersonal communication, small group communication, and speech communication with leadership skills. The goal is to help broaden the student's knowledge of the entire human interaction process so that he/she becomes more skillful as an initiator and recipient of messages in the dyadic, small group, and public arenas.

The course includes an introduction to the basic requirements of acting, a history of acting, mental, and physical preparation for acting, and stage terminology and techniques. Also included are stage movement, vocal training, line interpretation, and characterization.

The course examines the historical development, functions, and structures of the primary mass media: books, magazines, newspapers, recorded music, motion pictures, radio, television, and the internet. The course also looks at how such fields as journalism, public relations, and advertising use mass media to accomplish their ends.

The theory and practice of persuasion for the purpose of developing critical thinking and reasoned advocacy. A study of how people persuade the media and how the media persuade people, as well as application to other practical techniques, including debate.

Expanded study and application of presentational and structural principles of public speaking, such as visual aids, nonverbal delivery, evaluation of presentations, ceremonial speeches, and business and professional presentations.

An examination of interpersonal communication as it applies to group discussion. Specific areas of study include effective leadership, participation, dealing with conflict, fostering cohesiveness, and applying a reflective thinking process to problem solving. These goals are accomplished through task force groups, learning/personal growth groups, and social groups.

An examination of selected theories in all aspects of communication, and the application of those theories in the analysis and criticism of social and public discourse in today's world. This course is the basis of all communication aspects and it allows students to better understand the entire discipline.

The study and practice of voice development, careful articulation, and proper diction. Although the course is designed for normal voices, special attention is devoted to individual speech problems and practical, personal training in improving voice and speaking skills.

The study of the advanced aspects of interpersonal communication as it occurs in friendships, families, professional relationships, leadership roles, gender differences and sameness, and small groups. The student will explore in a more in-depth manner goals, roles, strategies, messages, conflict, perceptions, and listening as they are applied toward successful verbal and nonverbal communication in males, females, and cultures across borderlands. Meets the general education cross cultural requirement.

The course centers on a study of personae (speakers) and their role in the oral performance and communication of literature. There is emphasis on point of view, mode, characterization and dialogue, vocal techniques, and the use of imagery and tone color in oral interpretation. Emphasis is placed on performance as a method for studying literature. Cross listed with ENG 321. This course does not meet the general education literature requirement.

While the specific emphasis is on conducting oneself successfully in a job interview, the course will begin by examining some general principles of all types of interviewing. Structure, questioning, preparing for, and experiencing an employment interview, and appropriate dress and interview techniques will be covered. Students will also learn interviewing techniques for mass media, counseling, health care, and more.

This course will be completed for a letter grade.    

Students doing internships enroll in different sections depending on their focus. For Radio, 405.01; Television, 405.02; Public Relations, 405.03; Advertising, 405.04; Journalism, 405.05; Theatre, 405.06; or Speech Communication, 405.07.

A basic introduction to the theory and practice of public speaking, interpersonal communication, small group communication, and speech communication with leadership skills. The goal is to help broaden the student's knowledge of the entire human interaction process so that he/she becomes more skillful as an initiator and recipient of messages in the dyadic, small group, and public arenas.

The course includes an introduction to the basic requirements of acting, a history of acting, mental, and physical preparation for acting, and stage terminology and techniques. Also included are stage movement, vocal training, line interpretation, and characterization.

Through a process of private individual coaching, the course includes intensive study in script analysis, scoring, action and objective choices, characterization and vocal technique for the actor. A student may earn up to a maximum of four credits in private acting lessons. After the student earns 2 credits at the 200 level, he/she is eligible to enroll at the 400 level. A fee of $375 per credit will be assessed for students enrolling in private lessons.

Provides workshop experience in all phases of theatrical production-directing, stage management, make-up, costume, set design and construction, publicity, lighting, sound, props, and business practices. Open to all students who are interested in working on the production staff of a college play. This course may be repeated up to a combined total of eight hours.

Provides first-hand experience in acting in which the student is an actor in a college play. Includes the study and practical application of acting techniques and character analysis. Only those who audition and are cast are eligible to enroll. May be repeated to a maximum of eight credits.

The primary focus of inquiry is on play production and backstage crafts. The course includes a study of the organization, materials, and skills necessary to produce a play. Consideration is given to costuming, make-up, publicity, management, scenery, properties, and lighting for the theatre.

This courses investigates the basic principles and techniques for analysis of dramatic texts. Using Aristotle's Elements of Drama as a foundation, the course examines diverse ways of analyzing scripts for dramatic performance including historical, psychological, and cultural approaches.

The study and practice of voice development, careful articulation, and proper diction. Although the course is designed for normal voices, special attention is devoted to individual speech problems and practical, personal training in improving voice and speaking skills.

This course is a survey of the history of theatre from the ancient Greeks to the 18th century. It includes a study of representative plays of various types, historical periods and geographical regions. Emphasis will be on analysis of the plays as well as their production potential. The course will examine theatre as an art that both reflects and influences social and cultural life. Cross listed with ENG 309. Meets the general education fine arts requirement. This course does not meet the general education literature requirement.

This course is a survey of the history of theatre from the 18th century to the present. It includes a study of representative plays of various types, historical periods and geographical regions. Emphasis will be on analysis of the plays as well as their production potential. The course will examine theatre as an art that both reflects and influences social and cultural life. Cross listed with ENG 310. Meets the general education fine arts requirement. This course does not meet the general education literature requirement.

The course centers on a study of personae (speakers) and their role in the oral performance and communication of literature. There is emphasis on point of view, mode, characterization and dialogue, vocal techniques, and the use of imagery and tone color in oral interpretation. Emphasis is placed on performance as a method for studying literature. Cross listed with ENG 321. This course does not meet the general education literature requirement.

A practicum in which the student directs and produces a one-act play. The student is instructed in the procedures for selection and analysis of the play, casting, rehearsal, stage direction, technical direction, and various production aspects of the play.

This course will be completed for a letter grade.    

Students doing internships enroll in different sections depending on their focus. For Radio, 405.01; Television, 405.02; Public Relations, 405.03; Advertising, 405.04; Journalism, 405.05; Theatre, 405.06; or Speech Communication, 405.07.

A study of the tragedies, histories, comedies, romances, and poetry of William Shakespeare. Students will do a close reading of the texts, analyzing them in light of classical and medieval dramatic influences, English history and Renaissance English society, and Shakespeare's own art and genius. Cross listed with ENG 450.