Courses in language, international studies and a semester abroad are recommended for the student who desires to add a global perspective to his or her career focus. While transfer students may complete some of the requirements with courses taken elsewhere, they must be able to take at least 20 semester hours in the department. Eighteen semester hours offered within the department. As many as 10 semester hours taken in departments of communication at other colleges or universities may be accepted in transfer toward the minor. General Speech Courses 150.
Basic communication skills in speaking and listening.
The principles described in traditional public speaking texts are presented in full and are treated as tools for use in specific speech assignments. A course in speech science designed to improve the quality and effectiveness of the speaking voice through a program of drills and exercises. Recommended for freshmen and sophomores. Required for teacher certification. This course explores the communication concepts of effective interaction in the family, including verbal and non-verbal communication, family meetings as a mode of communication and casual barriers to effective communication.