The communication studies minor complements the skills the student gains in his or her major discipline by providing specialized skills in workplace communication—including the development of written and oral communication skills—as well as a greater understanding of interpersonal interaction.

The student who graduates with a Minor in Communication Studies will be able to

• Apply communication theories — including both speech communication and mass communication theories — to various situations and contexts.



• Identify and apply effective strategies for creating, editing, and presenting effective written messages to different audiences and within different contexts.



• Use tools and technology to gather information and to develop and deliver messages.



• Critically analyze information for creating effective oral or written messages and for evaluating messages.

A minor in communication studies requires the completion of 15 credits of coursework in Communication Studies. All COMM, JOUR, SPCH, and WRTG courses apply. Students are recommended to take COMM 300 early in the minor (if they have not already applied the course toward other degree requirements).

Courses may not duplicate those used to satisfy requirements for the major. At least 9 credits must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Prerequisites apply to all courses.

For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor's degree, students should refer to their major requirements listing and the Requirements Page.