Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
An introduction to communication theory, the development and functions of communication, and a survey of verbal, nonverbal, interpersonal, small group, organizational, and intercultural communication.
Credits: 1. Contact Hours: Lecture 1.
Prereq: Major in Communication Studies
Orientation to Communication Studies discipline, program requirements and career opportunities. Required of communication studies majors. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Introduction to the role of diversity in communication. Developing competent communication with diverse social groups within interpersonal and organizational contexts in the United States. Topics may include structured reflection of one's role in diverse communication experiences, cultural variations in communication mores, impacts of racial/ethnic/gender identities on communication, workplace policies regarding cultural diversity, the intersection of communication and cultural privilege, communication practices that can reduce prejudice/discrimination, and communication characteristics of advocates for diversity. Meets U.S. Cultures and Communities (formerly U.S. Diversity) Requirement. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Application of major principles related to interpersonal communication theories, concepts, and research. Emphasis on using interpersonal communication skills effectively.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Communication theory and skill development in organizational settings. Emphasis on interpersonal skill development, team and meeting facilitation, informational interviewing, individual and team presentations, and self-assessment. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Exploration of communication theories, principles and methods associated with effective conflict management.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Examination of the major theories related to human communication; with particular emphasis on theories underlying interpersonal, small group, organizational, and intercultural communication.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010; 3 additional credits in COMST
An introduction to evaluating, analyzing, and conducting communication research. Provides and overview of quantitative and qualitative approaches to communication research that are beneficial to learn communication concepts and solve communication issues.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Examines the theories, principles and research on intercultural communication to enhance cultural sensitivity and to recognize, accept, and adapt to cultural diversity. Interactive assignments. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Contemporary relational communication theories, concepts, and research. Examines issues central to communication and its application in interpersonal relationships.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Investigation of theories, research and principles of leadership communication. Exploration of the contexts in which leadership and communication occurs, with emphasis on the connection between communication and leadership and the dyadic linkage of leader and follower.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Theory and research in organizational communication. Provides strategies for assessing and improving individual and organizational communication effectiveness. Addresses issues such as technology, diversity, work-life negotiation, emotional labor, conflict, socialization, and socially responsible organizations. Explores how organizational meaning is created and sustained through human communication.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Theory and research in small group communication; application to group decision-making and leadership. Includes communication analyses of groups and teams.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Theories and approaches to communication training and development; includes adult learning theory. Emphasis on the design, presentation and assessment of communication skills in organizational contexts.
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Approaches to studying nonverbal communication. Foci include topics such as emotion, gestures, gaze, use of space, and parsing intention in social interaction.
(Cross-listed with PSYCH 3270).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Examination of theories and research in persuasive communication, including attitudes and social influence. Emphasis on persuasive communication strategies in everyday social settings that influence changes in attitudes and actions. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: COMST 1010
Theories and approaches related to mediated communication in interpersonal and organizational settings. Focus on how new technology impacts human interaction and relationships.
(Dual-listed with COMST 5040).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits.
Prereq: COMST 3010 and 3 Courses in COMST 3100, COMST 3110, COMST 3130, COMST 3140, COMST 3170, COMST 3190, COMST 3250, COMST 3300, COMST 4500, or SP CM 3230
Capstone communication studies course. Students develop an original research study linked to the study of communication. Data are collected and analyzed. Results are presented in a final research paper and a presentation.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Repeatable.
Prereq: Junior standing or Permission of Instructor
Research and theory related to special topics and issues in communication studies. Offered irregularly.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)
(Dual-listed with COMST 5500B).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: Junior standing or Permission of Instructor
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)
Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: 9 credits in COMST; Junior classification; Permission of Instructor
Application must be submitted for approval the semester prior to the independent study.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Credits: 1-30. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: COMST 2030; COMST 3010; Permission of Instructor
Providing research assistance on projects conducted by Communication Studies faculty.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: COMST 2030; COMST 3010; 1 additional 3000-level COMST course; Junior classification; Department Permission
100 hours of on-site professional work per credit hour plus completion of the academic requirement set by the internship committee. Application should be submitted in the term prior to the term in which the internship will be served. Internship cannot be used to meet degree requirement in Communication Studies.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
(Dual-listed with COMST 4040).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits.
Research Seminar. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
(Dual-listed with COMST 4500B).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)
Credits: 1-4. Repeatable.
Prereq: Instructor Permission for Course
Application must be submitted for approval the semester prior to the independent study.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)