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Communication Studies is one of five undergraduate sequences in the Department of Communication. It represents a general overview of the communication discipline and supports students pursuing teaching careers and graduate programs.
Students need to complete:
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CORE CURRICULUM
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Eighteen (18) hours of study are required as part of each major field of study for the Communication Studies major. Students must take:
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| COMM 2350 |
Introduction to Interpersonal Communication |
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The study of contemporary interpersonal communication theory and research. Persuasion and Social Influence
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| COMM 2352 |
Persuasion and Social Influence |
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An introduction to theories of persuasion that analyze the communication process as a social influence in various forms in the field of communication.
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COMM 3353
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Intercultural Communication |
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The process of communication in culture, verbal, non-verbal cues, values and person perception in cross and intercultural interaction.
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COMM 3354
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Small Group Communication
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An examination of theories, research, and principles to small group communication.
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COMM 3357
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New Communication Technologies
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The theory and research of the effect of technology on human communication. Surveys the impact of the effects on human interaction mediated by various technologies.
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COMM 4352
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Contemporary Rhetoric
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Study of modern humanistic contributions to theories of communication and persuasion.
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Nine (9) advanced elective hours are required.
*Any upper-division course except those included in sequence requirements for this major. Course Catalog
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