COMM 001 is an introductory course in Public Speaking. This course covers a variety of formal public address styles and formats. This course offers students an opportunity to learn and practice specific skills needed for effective public speaking. (C-ID COMM110)

This course will examine the impacts of socialization and gender roles in relation to communication. Further, the course will examine the roles of men and women in same-sex or gender and mixed sex or gender contexts. The course will introduce students to current theories of gender communication, and examine the function/s of communication in gender role development. This course will further provide an analysis of key concepts in identifying gender variations by examining culture, perception, social and mass media, historical contexts, language and the impact of power.

A theoretical exploration of interpersonal communication dynamics influenced by the field of behavioral communication and psychology. Focus will be on theory and research findings and their application to how individuals relate, perceive, communicate, and apply emotions, within a social setting including variables such as culture, gender, ethnicity, race, and age.

An introductory course in argumentation and debate, this course covers research into, and critical analysis of, major public issues. The course will provide practice in persuasive speaking and formal debate, with emphasis on research, organization, logical proof, and effective presentation. Students will also learn how to understand and avoid fallacies in their persuasive presentations. (C-ID COMM120)

This course examines the constant persuasive messages that permeate modern life. While grounded deeply in persuasive theory, this course also asks students to apply their learning to personal and professional endeavors.

Principles of communication in a variety of group contexts. Theory, application, and evaluation of group communication processes, including problem solving, conflict management, decision making, and leadership. The student will learn group dynamics, structures, the importance of maintaining structured agendas to complete task-oriented group discussions, and how to use substantive conflict to meet both the needs of the group and the individual group members. COMM 008 is an introductory course in Group Communication. (C-ID COMM140)

This course will provide the student with an understanding of the different cultures in our country by providing an insight into the communicative behaviors each culture possesses. A variety of cultures will be studied, with specific emphasis placed on the different skills in verbal and nonverbal communication, communication climates and language interpretation of those cultures. (C-ID COMM150)

This course will examine the impacts of socialization, culture, and gender, in relation to health and Communication. Students will be introduced to current theories of health communication, and examine the function/s of communication in health care settings. This course will further provide an analysis of key concepts in identifying health care variations by examining perception, social and mass media, historical contexts, language and the impact of power.

This is an introductory course in public speaking and presentation software. This course covers a variety of formal public speaking styles and formats. Students will also learn how to create a computerized slide show, as well as speaker outlines/notes and audience handouts to assist in their presentations.