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
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.