Communication Concepts - Comm 110 (3 credits)
An overview of basic theories concerning the communication process.

Visual Literacy - Comm 115 (3 credits)
A cornerstone course that involves the study of visual forms of communication with an emhasis on image-based media (newspaper, magazine, film, television, photography, informational graphics, interactive multimedia, digital games and web-based technologies).

Public Speaking - Comm 200 (3 credits)
Theory and practice of developing and presenting oral messages in a variety of communication contexts. Students will be expected to develop an understanding of the communication process and to demonstrate proficiency in speechmaking.
Prerequisites - Engl 101 or equivalent and Sophomore Standing
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Argumentation - Comm 312 (3 credits)
A study of argumentation as a decisionmaking process. Course focuses on theories of argument, the roles of advocates and opponents, the nature of argument building, evidence, reasoning, and argument in various contexts.

Communication Theory - Comm 413 (3 credits)
A study of the significant theories of human communication that help to explain and predict the role of communication in determining the social, cultural, and political behavior of the community.
Prerequisite - Advanced Standing
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Persuasion - Comm 415 (3 credits)
A study of persuasive techniques, strategies, and concepts.

Senior Seminar - Comm 493 (1 credit)
The seminar is designed to assist students in conduction a self-assessment while exploring the corporate culture of the communication field. The student will further develop a portfolio, attend job seminars, conduct mock and actual interviews, participate in an on-site mentoring/shadow program and make a public presentation of their portfolio.
Prerequisite - Senior Standing, Comm 393 or approval of instructor.