Communication, Minor
A minor in communication allows students to complement another major with the essential knowledge and skills that the study of communication provides. In this way, students increase their versatility, adding several key abilities: analyzing, understanding and solving problems; communicating and connecting in a diverse world; and utilizing technology in effective and ethical ways. Working with their faculty mentor, students are allowed to develop a personally tailored program of study for their minor that fits their individual goals and interests.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Courses | ||
| CMM 1000 | Human Communication and Culture | 3 |
| CMM 2400 | Media and Society | 3 |
| Writing Course | ||
| CMM 2100 | Journalism: News Writing | 3 |
| or CMM 2120 | Message Design | |
| Communication Elective Courses | ||
| Select 12 credits of any communication course offered in the department, at least 6 credits of which must be at the 3000 or 4000 level † | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 21 | |
| † | The elective credits should be chosen in consultation with the student’s faculty mentor. |
Continuation Standards
After completing 12 credits in the minor, a student must maintain a 2.00 GPA in the minor. Failure to meet this standard will result in the student being placed on probation. If the student's GPA in the minor does not reach 2.00 after two additional semesters, the department may dismiss the student from the program.