Speech & Media Studies (SP&M S)

SP&M S 1185 Principles Of Speech (LEC 3.0)

A study of the arts of expression, oral communication, and listening (theory and practice); effective interaction of speech, speaker, listener, and occasion. Prerequisite: Entrance requirements.
SP&M S 1185 - MOTR COMM 110: Fundamentals of Public Speaking

SP&M S 2000 Special Problems (IND 0.0-6.0)

Problems or readings on specific subjects or projects in the department. Consent of instructor required.

SP&M S 2001 Special Topics (LEC 0.0-6.0)

This course is designed to give the department an opportunity to test a new course. Variable title.

SP&M S 2181 Communication Theory (LEC 3.0)

Deals with the concerns addressed by communication theory: language, cybernetics, visual arts, general semantics, information theory, and electronic communications. The university's fairly extensive media and communications resources are made use of, both for their content and for a study of the impact of their forms upon the transfer of information.

SP&M S 3000 Special Problems (IND 0.0-6.0)

Problems or readings on specific subjects or projects in the department. Consent of instructor required.

SP&M S 3001 Special Topics (LAB 0.0 and LEC 0.0)

This course is designed to give the department an opportunity to test a new course. Variable title.

SP&M S 3010 Seminar (IND 0.0-6.0)

Discussion of current topics.

SP&M S 3221 Fundamentals in Photography (LEC 3.0)

In this course the student will learn the basics of photographic composition and the use of the digital camera. A brief history of photography will provide context for the student's own development. Prerequisite: Sp&M S 1185 or 2181 (required for Speech minor credit); Art 1180 or Art 1185 (required for Art minor credit). (Co-listed with Art 3221).

SP&M S 3235 Intercultural Communication (LEC 3.0)

Examines the range of human differences as variables in the communication process; emphasis on broadening individual perspectives regarding the range of human experience. Particularly useful for students who will work and live in environments unlike those previously encountered. Prerequisite: Sp&M S 1185 or English 1120 or History 1200.

SP&M S 3245 Voice, Diction and Interpretation (LEC 3.0)

Training the speaking voice; study of vocal mechanism, breathing, projection, articulation, enunciation; practical application of speaking principles in oral interpretation reading; mastering clarity and variation of speech through vocal exercises. Students will attend one on-campus play to review the speech of one of the actors (Co-listed with Theatre 3245).

SP&M S 3250 Interpersonal Communication (LEC 3.0)

Explores the theoretical and practical dimensions of human communication in significant one-on-one relationships. Emphasis on theoretical approaches to identify and achieve particular outcomes desired in professional and personal interactions. Prerequisite: Sp&M S 2181.

SP&M S 3255 Discussion And Conference Methods (LEC 3.0)

Explores the theoretical and practical dimensions of human communication in task-oriented small groups with emphasis on producing desired outcomes. Particularly useful for students who wish to improve their ability to work in small group environments. Prerequisite: Sp&M S 2181.

SP&M S 3265 Leadership Communication (LEC 3.0)

This course explores various approaches to leadership with emphasis on the communication theories and behaviors associated with leadership in modern corporate and public contexts. Prerequisites: Sp&M S 2181, 3250.

SP&M S 3270 Leadership Practices (LEC 3.0)

This course provides opportunities for students to do qualitative and quantitative research in leadership, small group, and organizational communication. Prerequisites: SP&M S 5265.

SP&M S 3275 Foundations of Media Communication (LEC 3.0)

The course explores the historical, social, and psychological impact of media through study and practice of academic and non-academic theories of effective media communication. The course supplies an integrated critical framework for application in student's day-to-day consumption of media. Prerequisite: Sp&M S 1185. (Co-listed with Art 3275).

SP&M S 3283 Business And Professional Communication (LEC 3.0)

Examines culture and communication in the workplace from theoretical and practical perspectives. Topics include: group communication, interviewing, networking, planning and presenting material to technical and general audiences interpersonal communication and leadership in the workplace context. Prerequisites: Sp&M S 1999, 2181 or permission of instructor.

SP&M S 4000 Special Problems (IND 0.0-6.0)

Problems or readings on specific subjects of projects in the department. Consent of instructor required.

SP&M S 4001 Special Topics (LEC 0.0-6.0)

This course is designed to give the department an opportunity to test a new course. Variable title.

SP&M S 4010 Seminar (IND 0.0-6.0)

Discussion of current topics. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

SP&M S 5000 Special Problems (IND 0.0-6.0)

Graduate level problems or readings on specific subjects of projects in the department. Consent of instructor required.

SP&M S 5001 Special Topics (IND 0.0-6.0)

This course is designed to give the department an opportunity to test a new course with senior/graduate level emphasis. Variable title.

SP&M S 5010 Seminar (IND 0.0-6.0)

Advanced discussion of current topics.