About the Faculty Graduate Program Undergraduate Program Dept. Only one freshman orientation course will count toward graduation. Class members read many styles of printed materials, participate in a series of performances and write short analytical papers. Experienced and novice performers may enroll. Organization and presentation of ideas through participation in frequent speech activities.
Students present speeches to inform, solve problems, and persuade.
Communication needs of the individual students are considered and guidance is given by the instructor. Will not satisfy requirements for speech communication major or minor. Communication in an interpersonal environment. Topics studied include interpersonal perception, verbal and nonverbal communication, conflict reduction, and language and its use. Will not satisfy requirements for speech communication major or minor.