Cultural events which add another dimension to the educational experience. The Department offers five programs of study leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in either Applied Communication , Mass Communication , Management and Organizational Communication , Speech , or Theatre . The development of skills in the adaptation of ideas to audiences through the study of speech composition and presentation, with emphasis on the selection of significant issues for presentation. Historical and stylistic developments are studied as well as the elements of theatre. Includes basic terminology and instruction for aesthetic understanding of western theatre form.
Students learn fundamental skills in operating equipment.
Considers the rights and responsibilities of producers and consumers of mass communication. Course includes study and discussion of critical issues within the arts as well as tours of local professional theatres, libraries, and bookstores. I Practice and participation in such applied communication activities as debate, interpretation, oratory, drama, and media production. Opportunity is given for intercollegiate competition. Requirements vary according to the activity developed in consultation with the instructor.