Each of three issues put out in the term has a unifying theme. Staffers' articles explore it, reporting directly to the student editor and faculty advisor. Evaluation is based on the quality of work produced, and the individual's ability to function in a professional context. Introduction to Group Communication. This course is a basic course focusing on the analysis of communicative interaction in small groups.
Student evaluation is based upon a group project, an individual paper and two exams.
Theory and Practice of Argumentation. The purpose of this course is to provide both basic theory and practice in argument. The structure of the class calls for a series of lectures on the principle terms and concepts in argument followed by actual classroom debates. Topics for debate are selected by students enrolled in the class. The course is limited to twenty-four students a term.