Communication Studies, Rhetoric & Advocacy track, B.A.

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To graduate with a major in Communication Studies students must take a minimum of nine courses (36 credit hours) and satisfy the requirements outlined in each course category below. Students must also have at least a 2.00 grade point average for courses used to satisfy major requirements.

Foundational Courses:

Students take all four courses:

Methods Courses:

Students select one of the following three courses:

Rhetoric & Advocacy Track

Students select three courses in their track:

Engaged Learning Experience:

Students select one of the following options or a combination of options for a total of at least 4 credit hours:

COM-501 Independent Study
COM-502 Directed Research
COM-503 Individualized Internship
COM-505 Structured Internship
COM-509 Forensics
IDS-101 Intro to Intergroup Dialogue
A May Experience course in communication studies
A communication course or internship offered through a department-sponsored or approved study away experience
Whereas all students are encouraged to complete an engaged learning experience, students may also satisfy this requirement with one or more additional courses in COM above the 300-level to expand their study in the communication field

Course Options for First-Year Students

If you are interested in exploring classes within this department, here are some possibilities to consider.