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Communication Studies, Minor

2021-2022 Edition

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The communication studies minor is designed for students interested in acquiring practical skills along with a broad-based understanding of communication theory and research. This minor seeks to provide the knowledge necessary to understand the challenges and opportunities of a diverse and democratic society and the skills to perform effectively and ethically as citizens. Three electives offer students an opportunity to develop an area of expertise (such as strategic communication or media production) within the communication studies minor.

Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated. Also complete any corequisite labs, recitations, clinicals, or tools courses where specified.

Communication studies majors may not declare the communication studies minor. Students must complete a minimum of three courses exclusive to this minor beyond the courses required for the student’s declared major(s) and additional minor(s).

Requirements

Course List
Code Title Hours
Required Courses
COMM 1101Introduction to Communication Studies4
COMM 1112Public Speaking4
Foundation Course
Complete one of the following:4
COMM 1210
Persuasion and Rhetoric
COMM 1231
Principles of Organizational Communication
COMM 1225
Communication Theory
COMM 1255
Communication in a Digital Age
Electives
Complete three of the following or any unused foundational courses from above:12
COMM 1120 to COMM 4799

GPA Requirement

2.000 GPA required in the minor

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