Admission to Major is granted by the department.
Minimum University admission requirements are:
Contact the department for application procedures. In addition to the general requirements, a cumulative GPA of 2.2 must be maintained in the courses of the major.
Required for Major (15 credits):
SPEE 101W Interpersonal Communication (3)
SPEE 102 Public Speaking (3)
SPEE 190 Introduction to Communication Studies (3)
SPEE 290 Communication Theory and Research (3)
SPEE 485 Senior Seminar (3)
Choose One Course (3 credits):
SPEE 403 Gender and Communication (3)
SPEE 409 Performance Studies (3)
SPEE 412 Organizational Communication (3)
SPEE 413 Advanced Intercultural Communication (3)
SPEE 415 Topics in Rhetoric and Culture (3)
Required for Major (Electives, 18 credits):
Choose up to 18 credits from the Department of Speech Communication. 12 of the 18 elective credits must in upper-level classes.
Required for Bachelor of Arts (BA) ONLY degree:
Language (8)
Required Minor: Yes. Any.
Speech Communication: 36 Credits
Required for Major (Speech Core, 27 credits):
SPEE 101W Interpersonal Communication (3)
SPEE 201 Small Group Communication (3)
SPEE 203 Intercultural Communication (3)
SPEE 310 Performance of Literature (3)
SPEE 315 Effective Listening (3)
SPEE 321 Argumentation and Debate (3)
SPEE 404 Teaching of Speech Communication (3)
SPEE 430 Directing Forensic Activities (3)
Choose either:
SPEE 212 Oral Communication for Business Professions (3)
SPEE 220 Forensics (3)
SPEE 333 Advanced Public Speaking (3)
Required for Major (Electives, 9 credits):
Choose up to 9 credits from the Speech Communication Department.
English: 24 Credits
Required: 24 Credits
ENG 275 Intro to Literary Studies (4)
ENG 285 Practical Grammar (2)
ENG 362 Teaching English, Grades 5-12 (4)
ENG 381 Intro to English Linguistics (4)
ENG 463 Adolescent Literature (3)
ENg 465 World Literature for Children and Young Adults (1)
Choose either:
ENG 405 Shakespeare: Comedies and Histories (2)
ENG 406 Shakespeare: Tragedies (2)
Choose one from:
ENG 320 ENG 321 ENG 327 ENG 328
Required General Education Courses
SPEE 102 Public Speaking (3)
MASS 110 Introduction to Mass Communication (4)
ENG xxx English Elective (4)
Required for Major (Professional Education, 30 credits):
See the SECONDARY EDUCATION section for admission requirements to Professional Education and a list of required professional education courses.
Required for Minor (9 credits):
SPEE 101 Interpersonal Communication (3)
SPEE 102 Public Speaking (3)
SPEE 190 Introduction to Communication Studies (3)
Required for Minor (Electives, 9 credits):
Choose up to 9 credits from the Department of Speech Communication. 3 of the 9 elective credits must in upper-level classes.
This interdisciplinary minor is for students who wish to enhance their communication skills for use in business and other professional settings. Students completing this minor will develop an understanding of contexts and rhetorical strategies for oral and written communication among professionals. Students will also develop their own ability to communicate through written texts, oral communication, and electronic formats. These skills are highly desirable by employers in a wide range of business, government, and nonprofit organizations. Students may major in any of the programs affiliated with this minor, but the courses taken for the minor will not count toward the major.
Required for Minor (14 credits):
ENG 271 Technical Communication (4)
ENG 474 Researching and Writing Technical Reports (4)
SPEE 325 Interviewing (3)
SPEE 412 Organizational Communication (3)
Electives (Choose 10 credits):
ART 202 Introduction to Digital Media (3)
ART 204 Digital Imaging (3)
ENG 301 Advanced Writing (4)
ENG 471 Visual Technical Communication
ENG 473 Desktop Publishing (4)
ENG 475 Editing Technical Publications (4)
MASS 433 Public Relations Principles (3)
MASS 434 Advanced Public Relations (3)
SPEE 212 Oral Communication for the Professions (3)
SPEE 315 Effective Listening (3)
SPEE 333 Advanced Public Speaking (3)
SPEE 445 Conflict Management (3)
Students would be able to major in any of the disciplines represented in this minor, but courses would only count for the major or the minor; no double-counted courses.
GPA Policy. Students must maintain a minimum of 2.2 GPA.
P/N Grading Policy: Total credits in the department must not exceed 25 percent P/N for a major or a minor.
Internships: Internships are P/N option only.
Academic Probation Advising: Refer to the information listed in the College of Arts and Humanities section of the bulletin.
Speech Communication minors may apply no more than 3 credits of SPEE 498 and 3 credits of SPEE 499 to fulfillment of the minor. Additional credits may be applied for graduation requirements. Speech Communication majors may apply no more than 6 credits of SPEE 498 and 3 credits of SPEE 499 to fulfillment of the major. Additional credits may be applied for graduation requirements. SPEE 100 does not count toward major or minor requirements.
Course Repeat Policy: Students with a major/minor in Speech Communication may repeat any course in the department in an effort to improve grades. A student may repeat a specific course only once. In exceptional circumstances, a student may appeal to the department chair for a second repeat of a course. The official grade for the course, listings on a student's transcript, and other matters related to course repeats will adhere to appropriate university policies.
SPEE 100 (3) Fundamentals of Speech Communication
A course designed to improve students' understanding in communication, including the areas of interpersonal, nonverbal, listening, small group and public speaking.
GE-1B
SPEE 101W (3) Interpersonal Communication
A course blending theory and practice to help individuals build effective relationships through improved communication.
SPEE 102 (3) Public Speaking
A course in communication principles to develop skills in the analysis and presentation of speeches.
GE-1B
SPEE 190 (3) Introduction to Communication Studies
Course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the history, scholarly writing, and academic journals in the communication discipline, thus, preparing the student for more advanced courses in the Department of Speech Communication.
SPEE 201 (3) Small Group Communication
Development of communication skills for working with others in small group situations.
SPEE 202 (3) Nonverbal Communication
Investigation of the concepts and theories of nonverbal communication. Designed to assist students in increasing their awareness and understanding of their nonverbal communication and in analyzing and understanding the nonverbal communication of others.
SPEE 203 (3) Intercultural Communication
The course explores communication with people from other cultures, why misunderstandings occur and how to build clearer and more productive cross-cultural relationships.
GE-7, 8 CD-Core
SPEE 212 (3) Oral Communication for Business Professions
Designed to help students improve oral communication skills in the workplace. The emphasis is on the preparation and presentation of public messages in formats commonly used in business and professional settings. Listening as an oral communication skill in the workplace will be explored, as will the role of intercultural communication in the workplace. Individual speeches, group presentations, and interviews are the major presentations.
SPEE 220 (1-3) Forensics
Activity course involving participation in intercollegiate speech tournaments. Course can be repeated for credit.
GE-11
SPEE 233 (3) Public Speaking for Technical Professionals
This course is designed to introduce and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to create and present effective public communication of technical content for a technical or general audience.
GE-1B
SPEE 240 (3) Special Topics
Special interest courses devoted to specific topics within the field of speech communication. Topics vary, and course may be retaken for credit under different topic headings.
SPEE 290 (3) Communication Research
An introduction to the theory and practice of research in speech communication, including the critical evaluation of contemporary communication research.
SPEE 300 (3) Ethics and Free Speech
This course is divided into two sections. First the class explores ethical parameters involved in communication from a variety of social and cultural perspectives. Second, the class investigates current standards and issues involving freedom of speech.
GE-9
SPEE 310 (3) Performance of Literature
This course is designed to develop the skills to complete the artistic process of studying literature through performance and sharing that study with an audience.
GE-6, 11
SPEE 315 (3) Effective Listening
This course is designed to provide students with skills of effective listening, and the ability to apply that knowledge in a variety of educational and professional settings.
SPEE 321 (3) Argumentation and Debate
Development of skills in the analysis, application and evaluation of argumentative communication.
SPEE 325 (3) Interviewing
This course is designed to prepare students to use communication skills in a variety of interview settings.
SPEE 333 (3) Advanced Public Speaking
This is an advanced course in public presentation focused on improving presentational skills of speech delivery and language choice.
SPEE 340 (1-3) Special Topics
Special interest courses devoted to specific topics within the field of speech communication. Topics vasry, and course may be retaken for credit under different topic headings.
SPEE 403 (3) Gender and Communication
This course is designed to develop an understanding of how gender and communication interact. Students learn the basic theories and principles of communication as it applies to gender and develop skills to enhance communication between and among gender groups. CD-Core
SPEE 404 (3) Teaching of Speech Communication
This course is designed to fulfill the Secondary Licensure requirement. The course covers teaching methods and materials needed to develop speech communication units for speech communication courses in grades 5-12.
SPEE 409 Performance Studies
This course is an overview of key performance studies concepts, including cultural performance of everyday life, theories of play, social influence, and identity performance. Students will develop and present performances as a means to understand theoretical concepts.
SPEE 412 (3) Organizational Communication
This course is designed to develop an understanding of speech communication in the organizational context. The course will aid each individual in working more effectively within any type of organization through exposure to major theories and works in the area of organizational communication.
SPEE 413 (3) Advanced Intercultural Communication
This course is designed for advanced studies dealing with theories and issues raised by both international and domestic intercultural communication. CD-Core
SPEE 415 (3) Topics in Rhetoric and Culture
Special interest courses devoted to specific topics within the intersecting fields of rhetoric and culture. Topics vary, and course may be retaken for credit under different topic headings.
SPEE 416 (3) Topics in American Public Address
Special interest courses devoted to specific topics within the field of American Public Address. Topics vary, and course may be retaken for credit under different topic headings.
SPEE 430 (3) Directing Forensic Activity
Methods and techniques in the development of competitive speech programs in grades 5-12.
SPEE 440 (1-3) Special Topics
A course designed for students who have a general interest in speech communication. Content of each special topics course will be different. May be retaken for credit.
SPEE 445 (3) Conflict Management
This theory and research-oriented course examines the relationship between communication and conflict, and is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in dealing with conflict situations.
SPEE 485 (3) Senior Seminar
This is a required capstone course of all speech communication majors and involves the completion and presentation of a senior level research project. Teaching majors are excluded from this requirement.
Pre: SPEE 190 Speech Communication
SPEE 490 (1-4) Workshop
SPEE 497 (1-12) Teaching Internship
First-hand experience in the classroom assisting a faculty member.
SPEE 498 (1-12) Internship
Provides first-hand experience in applying communication theoriesin the workplace under the direction of an on-site supervisor.
SPEE 499 (1-3)
Individual Study
Independent study under the supervision of an instructor.
