For first-year student entering the University in the Fall 2021 and beyond:
The General Education proficiency in Oral Communication may be fulfilled by COM-106.
For students entering the University prior to the Fall of 2021:
The General Education Requirement in Fine Arts may be fulfilled by any of the following courses: COM-325, COM-330, COM-351
The General Education Requirement in Oral Communication may be fulfilled by COM-106, COM-206. COM-106 is designed specifically for non-Communication Arts majors; Communication Arts majors and Minors must complete COM-206.
The General Education Requirement in Gender Studies may be met by completing COM-330, COM-382 or the honors course COM-329. COM-329 also fulfills the requirement in history.
The General Education Requirement in Cross-cultural Studies may be met by completing COM-303. Communication arts Majors and Minors must complete all courses for the Major/Minor (including departmental electives) with a grade of C or higher.
Required Courses for a Major in Communication Arts
Students also take four additional courses of their choice to prepare for specific careers in communication. Students interested in digital production are strongly encouraged to enroll in DMA-201 Time-Based Media.
N.B. Majors and Minors must complete COM-206 Speaking in Professional Settings with a grade of C or higher to fulfill the communication proficiency requirement in General Education.
Four-Year Plan
Below is a sample Program of Study for the Communication Arts Major.
Students should select courses with the assistance of a faculty advisor. The plan is intended as a guide only. Many variations are possible.