The Department of Communication Studies offers undergraduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree.

The Department offers five different areas of specialization:

• Communication Studies (General)
• Interpersonal Communication
• Organizational Communication
• Persuasive Communication
• Teacher Certification in Communication Studies

Communication Studies examines the creation, expression, and analysis of messages and of message impact. Communication studies students investigate communication processes within and among individuals, groups, organizations, and societies. They explore verbal and nonverbal communication, organizational and business communication, rhetoric and criticism, argumentation and persuasion, and communication technology. Communication Studies majors learn principles and practical skills useful for careers in business, industry, government, nonprofit organizations, social services, and education. Graduates enter such professions as law,business, public relations, human resources, training and development, marketing and sales, public administration, politics, and ministry.

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