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Source: 2004-2005 Catalog

The Communication major prepares students for professional and personal success. The organizational communication focus of the curriculum applies to families, social groups, work or career contexts, governmental and world affairs. The 30-31 hour major is designed to provide broad general theory and skills for application in legal, corporate, and political arenas. Students who want to pursue graduate or professional school are well prepared to enter the most competitive programs. Students who take communication courses are provided strong general education skills, as well as in-depth information about the theory and practice of human communication. Four courses are specifically identified to meet general education requirements: CN 101 Principles & Practices of Human Communication, CN 150 Public Speaking, CN 241 Business & Professional Speaking, and CN 341 Persuasive Speaking. Alumni find employment as corporate trainers, lobbyists, small business owners, directors of non-profits, consultants, and in a broad range of other careers.