IHCOMM 171 PUBLIC SPEAKING
Through experience in a variety of speaking situations, students gain self-confidence in the organization of thought and selfexpression. Fall, Spring.

COMM 175 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION STUDIES
A survey of the basic principles and theories of communication applied to the following contexts: interpersonal, group, organizational, public, mass media, and online communication. Prerequisite: Not open to juniors and seniors except by permission. Fall, Spring.

COMM 250 CHILDREN AND THE MEDIA
The relationship of children and their development to their use of the mass media, including television, radio, magazines, and the Internet. This course is a reading and writing course. May be used to fulfill the IHJRN 267 requirement for the journalism major and the elective requirement for the communication major. Prerequisite: JRN 100. Occasionally.

COMM 275 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
Advanced study and application of the principles of interpersonal communication: communication ethics, family relationships, problem-solving, nonverbal communication, and small-group communication. Prerequisite: COMM 175 or permission of instructor. Spring.

COMM 278 GROUP INTERACTION
Group dynamics, interaction, problem solving, and leadership. Case study, analysis, and research are required. Fall.

COMM 280 RADIO Training
2 credits
Required for all on-air WKNH members. This course teaches the basics of board operation, FCC regulation and station policy. Fall, Spring.

COMM 290 SPECIAL TOPICS
An exploration of areas not covered by the regular curriculum. Content depends on available faculty. May be repeated for credit.

COMM 294 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
2-8 credits
Introductory work-learning experience related to career interests for which compensation may be received. Positions arranged by students with sponsorship, approval, and evaluation by full-time faculty. Elective credit only (normally 80 hours for 2 credits). Prerequisites: 24 total credits earned, 2.0 cumulative GPA, and permission of instructor. Graded Pass/Fail.

COMM 298 INDEPENDENT STUDY
2-8 credits
An opportunity for a qualified student to explore work in an area of individual interest, selected and pursued in consultation with a faculty member. Consent required of the instructor who will supervise the independent study. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.

COMM 371 SPEECH WRITING
Advanced study of the theory and practice of public speaking, with a focus on the crafting of persuasive messages. Prerequisites: IHCOMM 171 and junior standing or permission of instructor. Spring.

COMM 320 ETHICS IN COMMUNICATION
Ethical values as they apply to interpersonal communication, public speaking, business and professional communication, persuasive techniques, and group interaction. Students develop methods of ethical analysis through discussion, lecture, experiential activities, observation, case studies, and research papers. Prerequisite: COMM 175 or permission of instructor. Fall.

COMM 372 INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION
This course applies interpersonal and intercultural theories to the understanding of intercultural communication and the fostering of intercultural communication competence. Prerequisite: COMM 175. Spring.

COMM 375 BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION
A study of effective principles and techniques of writing and speaking in organizational settings. Through research, writing, and oral presentations students will learn techniques for successful communication with internal and external audiences. Topics include business research for report generation, correspondence, resume preparation, employment application, and performance interviews. Prerequisites: IHCOMM 171 and COMM 175. Spring, odd years.

COMM 376 THEORY OF COMMUNICATION AND RHETORIC
A survey of the major theories and methodologies of communication and rhetoric and their application to the analysis and appraisal of discourse. Prerequisite: COMM 175. Fall, Spring.

COMM 378 PERSUASION
Contemporary approaches to persuasion theory and an examination of past and current persuasive efforts. Research, writing, and speaking required. Prerequisites: Two courses in communication and permission of instructor. Fall, alternate years.

COMM 379 INTERNSHIP
2-8 credits
A supervised, contracted experience applying communication theory and skills in a professional setting. Internships are arranged by the student with approval from the communication faculty. On-site and faculty supervision are required. Prerequisites: 12 credits in communication and permission of instructor.

COMM 380 ANALYSIS OF ORGANIZATIONS
The course explores communication in organizations and their culture using theoretical frameworks and hands-on empirical research methods. Additionally, the course focuses on problem solving respecting organizational values and beliefs. Prerequisite:

COMM 375 or permission of instructor. Fall.

COMM 473 RHETORICAL CRITICISM
Traditional, dramatistic, fantasy theme, narrative, and cultural approaches to rhetorical criticism are examined. Research, writing, and speaking are required. Prerequisite: COMM 175 or permission of instructor. Annually.

COMM 474 CORPORATE/INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO
Students will study the aesthetic and practical aspects of producing videotapes to instruct or persuade in educational and business environments. Students will learn project planning, scripting, production, and postproduction techniques, and will produce videotape projects. Prerequisite: JRN 302 or permission of instructor. Occasionally.

COMM 478 RHETORICAL THEORY
Classical, medieval, Renaissance, Enlightenment, 19th-century, modern, and postmodern approaches to rhetorical theory are examined. Research, writing, and speaking are required. Prerequisites: COMM 175, COMM 376, or permission of instructor. Fall, alternate years.

COMM 479 SENIOR PROJECT
An individual research or application project for communication majors. Students will design and implement a project that will complete their study of communication. Prerequisites: COMM 175, COMM 376, and permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

COMM 490 ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS
An exploration of areas not covered by the regular curriculum. Content depends on available faculty. May be repeated for credit.

COMM 495 SEMINAR
An intensive study of a particular communication theme or topic. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Prerequisites: A COMM course related to seminar topic and junior standing or permission of instructor.

COMM 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY
2-8 credits
An intensive study of an issue, a problem, or a topic related to communication. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits. Prerequisites: junior standing and permission of instructor.