Communication - Messaging & Human Interaction Emphasis (B.A., B.S.)

Student Success Advisor(s)

Sample Degree Plan

Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to apply leadership, social media, and critical thinking skills to solve problems, reach objectives and prepare for future career opportunities.
• Students will understand the factors that impact communication in various contexts.
• Students will demonstrate communication skills connected to researching, organizing and disseminating messages orally and in writing.
• Students will be able to research, organize, create and present relevant messages to inform, persuade, entertain or build rapport with selected and specific audiences.
• Students are able to explain how theory and models can be used to communicate effectively in public and private contexts.

Program Information

• All courses must be passed with a “C-” (1.7) or better to be counted in the major.
• A maximum of three (3) internship credits (COMM 4890 ) count toward major hours. Credit for internship will not be given unless approved by the department chair at the beginning of the semester. See department for details.
• Students using Communications Studies as a composite with another communication emphasis must take the Communication Core (6) and the Required Courses (15) and at least three more credits in communication studies for a minimum of 24 credits in the area.

Program Prerequisites

The Department of Communication strongly recommends that students complete the following courses as part of their General Education , as they are prerequisites for required major courses and/or requirements for graduation. Students who do not complete these courses as part of General Education can potentially add additional credits and time to their degree. These courses may or may not need to be taken before starting any major courses; consult a Student Success Advisor for details.

• COMM 1010 - Introduction to Communication  (can be used to fulfill General Education Humanities Knowledge Area)