Speech Communication (SP CM)

SP CM 110. Listening.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Theory, principles, and competency development in comprehensive, therapeutic, critical, consumer, and appreciative listening. The impact of listening in relationships and partnerships.

SP CM 205. Popular Culture Analysis.

(Cross-listed with ENGL). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Credit in or equivalent of 250
Analysis of how information and entertainment forms persuade and manipulate audiences. Study of several forms that may include newspapers, speeches, television, film, advertising, fiction, and magazines. Special attention to verbal and visual devices.

SP CM 212. Fundamentals of Public Speaking.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
Theory and practice of basic speech communication principles applied to public speaking. Practice in the preparation and delivery of extemporaneous speeches.

SP CM 223. Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics.

Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S. Prereq: Permission of instructor
Participation in intramural and intercollegiate debate and other forensic events.

SP CM 290. Special Projects.

Cr. 1-2. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits. F.S.SS. Prereq: 3 credits in speech communication; permission of department chair

SP CM 305. Language, Thought and Action.

(Cross-listed with LING, COMST). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: ENGL 250
The study of symbolic processes and how meaning is conveyed in words, sentences, and utterances; discussion of modern theories of meaning; and an exploration of relationships among language, thought and action. Nonmajor graduate credit.

SP CM 312. Business and Professional Speaking.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: SP CM 212
Theory, principles, and competency development in the creation of coherent, articulate business and professional oral presentations.

SP CM 313. Communication in Classrooms and Workshops.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: SP CM 212
Principles of communicating information: training in classroom and workshop-oriented communication activities; use of recording for analysis of presentations.

SP CM 322. Argumentation, Debate, and Critical Thinking.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: SP CM 212
Practice in preparing and presenting arguments and debates; emphasis on critical thinking and ethical and logical duties of the advocate; analysis, evidence, reasoning, attack, defense, research, case construction, and judging.

SP CM 323. Gender and Communication.

(Cross-listed with W S, COMST). (3-0) Cr. 3.
Examines how understanding and enactment of gender identities is shaped by communication. Verbal and nonverbal communication across various contexts including personal relationships and the media. Explores discourse of social movements aiming to transform cultural definitions of gender. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement

SP CM 324. Legal Communication.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: SP CM 212
Speech communication in the legal system inside and outside the trial process: interviewing and counseling, negotiating and bargaining, voir dire, opening statements, examination of witnesses, closing arguments, judge's instructions, jury behavior, and appellate advocacy. Nonmajor graduate credit.

SP CM 325. Nonverbal Communication.

(Cross-listed with COMST). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: COMST 101, COMST 102, COMST 203, COMST 301
Approaches to studying nonverbal communication; nonverbal functions and aspects of social interaction such as facial affect, body language, touch, gaze, and use of space.

SP CM 327. Persuasion.

(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: SP CM 212
Examination of persuasive theories, strategies and research in persuasion. Emphasis on application and analysis; logical, emotional, and ethical proofs. Nonmajor graduate credit.

SP CM 350. Rhetorical Traditions.

(Cross-listed with CL ST, ENGL). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: ENGL 250
Ideas about the relationship between rhetoric and society in contemporary and historical contexts. An exploration of classical and contemporary rhetorical theories in relation to selected topics that may include politics, gender, race, ethics, education, science, or technology.

SP CM 404. Seminar.

(Dual-listed with 504B). Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. Prereq: 15 credits in speech communication

SP CM 404A. Speech Communication.

(Dual-listed with 504). Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. Prereq: 15 credits in speech communication

SP CM 404B. Speech Education.

(Dual-listed with 504). Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. Prereq: 15 credits in speech communication

SP CM 412. Rhetorical Criticism.

(3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: SP CM 212 and 6 credits in speech communication
Development of rhetorical theory and practice from Corax to modern times. Application of principles of criticism to current public speaking practices. Nonmajor graduate credit.

SP CM 416. History of American Public Address.

(3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: SP CM 212
Relationship between public discourse and social change; selected speakers and discourse as linked with political or historical events. Nonmajor graduate credit.

SP CM 417. Campaign Rhetoric.

(Cross-listed with POL S). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 2012. Prereq: SP CM 212
Backgrounds of candidates for state and national elections; selected speeches and issues; persuasive strategies and techniques of individual speakers. Nonmajor graduate credit.

SP CM 490. Independent Study.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS. Prereq: 18 credits in speech communication, junior classification, permission of department chair
Only one independent study enrollment is permitted within the department per semester.

SP CM 495A. Directing Speech Activities.

(1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: C I 301; 9 credits in speech communication; minimum grade point of 2.5 in speech communication courses
Problems, methods, and materials related to directing speech activities in secondary schools.

SP CM 495B. Teaching Speech.

(Cross-listed with C I). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: SP CM 313; 9 credits in speech communication; minimum grade point average of 2.5 in speech communication courses
Problems, methods, and materials related to teaching speech, theatre, and media in secondary schools.

SP CM 497. Capstone Seminar.

(3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 15 credits in speech communication; junior or senior classification
Students synthesize relevant theory and research about contemporary communication practice culminating in a multi-modal capstone project.

SP CM 499. Communication Internship.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS. Prereq: 18 credits in speech communication courses, other courses deemed appropriate by faculty adviser; 2nd semester junior or senior standing; cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 overall and 3.0 in speech communication; and permission of the internship committee
Applications should be submitted in the term prior to the term in which the internship is desired. Supervised application of speech communication in professional settings.

SP CM 504. Seminar.

(Dual-listed with 404B). (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS. Prereq: Junior or above classification
Topics may include the following:.

SP CM 504A. Speech Communication.

(Dual-listed with 404). (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS. Prereq: Graduate classification
Topics may include the following:.

SP CM 504B. Speech Education.

(Dual-listed with 404). (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS. Prereq: Graduate classification
Topics may include the following:.

SP CM 513. Proseminar: Teaching Fundamentals of Public Speaking.

(1-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable, maximum of 3 credits. F. Prereq: Permission of program chair.
Required of all new Speech Communication 212 teaching assistants. Introduction to the teaching of public speaking. Support and supervision of teaching assistants of SP CM 212. Discussion of lesson planning, teaching methods, development of speaking assignments, and evaluation of student speaking.

SP CM 590. Special Topics.

Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits. Prereq: Permission of program chair