At least 10 semester hours must be above the 100 level with three semester hours at the 300-400 level. Oral and written skills are evaluated at the time students apply for the major. 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.