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COM-115   Introduction to Human Communication3 Hours
Provides students with an understanding of communication encountered in various social settings, with an emphasis on both theoretical and practical aspects. Students will gain an understanding of communication as it affects the individual in message construction, interpersonal interaction, group and organizational settings, public settings, cultural settings, and mass communication settings. Also examines the ethics of communication, and participate in group projects, leading to presentations.
COM-445   Communication Internship3 Hours
A supervised and intensified hands-on work experience in a professional work environment. Student's interests and competencies must coordinate with the professional activities of the cooperating organization, and the student must have successfully completed work related to the internship. May be repeated up to a total of 6 credit hours. Graded on a CR/NC basis. Prerequisites: COM-235, the gateway course for the appropriate major, and permission of the instructor.
COM-340   Communication Theory3 Hours
Examines definitions and models of communication. Exploration of specific theories will be emphasized through individual research. Prerequisite: COM-115 or permission of the Division.
COM-480   Communication Senior Seminar II3 Hours
Continues the senior capstone experience for Communication and Theatre majors. Students develop a philosophy of communication based on their study, a senior career and academic portfolio and a creative project in their area of specialty. Prerequisites: COM-479.
16-17 credit hours
Communication Studies Major Requirements
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COM-209   Small Group Communication3 Hours
Provides background and skills related to small group communication theory and practice. Students participate in group projects leading to class presentations. Topics include leadership, discussion, roles, consensus, organization, decision-making, and persuasion. Standards for ethical conduct are considered. Prerequisite: COM-115 or permission of Division.
COM-211   Introduction to Mass Communication3 Hours
A survey of the media communication industries, focusing on their historical development in the United States and professional and ethical standards required in media professions.
COM-227   Research Methods in Communication3 Hours
Introduces students to the research process. Examines how research is planned and designed, explores both quantitative and qualitative methods, introduces the techniques of these methods, and provides experience in conducting original research. Prerequisite: COM-115 or permission of Division.
COM-352   Interpersonal Communication3 Hours
Practical study through examination of theory, actual practice, and criticism of the speech communication process in relatively unstructured face-to-face settings.
COM-370   Symbols and Imaging3 Hours
Explores the nature and use of symbols and imaging in social communication, the media, and advertising. Examines how to select symbols that capture the nature, message, service, or product of an institution or corporation for public awareness and service.
15-17 credit hours
Students will also take nine hours in a specific field of study, which must be approved by the Division of Communication and Theatre. At least six of the nine hours must be 200-level or higher.

9 credit hours
40-43 credit hours

Communication Studies Minor

Division Core
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COM-115 Introduction to Human Communication3 Hours
Provides students with an understanding of communication encountered in various social settings, with an emphasis on both theoretical and practical aspects. Students will gain an understanding of communication as it affects the individual in message construction, interpersonal interaction, group and organizational settings, public settings, cultural settings, and mass communication settings. Also examines the ethics of communication, and participate in group projects, leading to presentations.
COM-340 Communication Theory3 Hours
Examines definitions and models of communication. Exploration of specific theories will be emphasized through individual research. Prerequisite: COM-115 or permission of the Division.
9 credit hours
Communication Studies Minor Requirements
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COM-209   Small Group Communication3 Hours
Provides background and skills related to small group communication theory and practice. Students participate in group projects leading to class presentations. Topics include leadership, discussion, roles, consensus, organization, decision-making, and persuasion. Standards for ethical conduct are considered. Prerequisite: COM-115 or permission of Division.
COM-227   Research Methods in Communication3 Hours
Introduces students to the research process. Examines how research is planned and designed, explores both quantitative and qualitative methods, introduces the techniques of these methods, and provides experience in conducting original research. Prerequisite: COM-115 or permission of Division.
COM-352   Interpersonal Communication3 Hours
Practical study through examination of theory, actual practice, and criticism of the speech communication process in relatively unstructured face-to-face settings.
COM-370   Symbols and Imaging3 Hours
Explores the nature and use of symbols and imaging in social communication, the media, and advertising. Examines how to select symbols that capture the nature, message, service, or product of an institution or corporation for public awareness and service.
12-14 credit hours
21-23 credit hours

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