Emphasizes decision making process and ability to contribute constructively to it. Group dynamics theory and application. Examines barriers to spoken and written communication. Teaches the art of listening, outlining and arranging material, and body and voice usage in oral communication. Covers verbal responsibilities in information exchange and group communication experience.
Students participate in resume writing, letters of application and the job interview.
Practice in leadership and conducting of effective meetings. Theory and practice of the art of oral interpretation to stimulate an understanding and responsiveness to prose, poetry and drama, and to develop the ability to convey to others, through oral reading, an appreciation of literature. Advanced study for competitive speakers. Students develop competition-worthy speeches with faculty guidance. Covers major communication theories, principles, and research paradigms in interpersonal, group, organizational, and public contexts.