Students submit a writing sample and present a public speech which receive departmental appraisal. Progress is reviewed at the end of each semester. Reading skills are evaluated through the student's own introspective analysis and by reading test scores. Students are also encouraged to take useful supplemental courses in other departments. Those in the communication track are encouraged to take a course in statistics.
Emphasis is given to photojournalism.
Surveys fundamental communication contexts including interpersonal communication, small group communication, mass communication and public communication. Emphasis on the development of critical reading, writing and oral communication skills. Investigates basic theoretical perspectives and applies them to complex communication problems. Includes reading and research in communication studies. 3 Focuses on communication that occurs in one-to one communication.