If transferability of these courses is a concern, students should check with the institution to which they are planning to transfer. A forensics program is open to all students who wish to participate in intercollegiate competition. Tournaments are held primarily in the Northwest, with occasional travel beyond. The Speech Communication Department has a full selection of competitive activities appropriate for all levels. Novice and junior divisions can challenge the beginner.
Senior division is available for the experienced competitor.
In addition to the standard cross-examination and parliamentary debates, the college participates in oratory, extemporaneous, impromptu, expository, radio and oral interpretation events. Students may serve as judges at various high school and collegiate tournaments. Furthermore, noncompetitive programs allow students to speak before high school or college audiences and in front of various civic groups. The forensics course is SP 270, Projects in Public Speaking. Process Interpersonal classes are designed to give students a more complete understanding of the communication process in their daily lives.