Learning Outcomes

Communication Studies Program Goals and Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

Students should be able to:

• describe, explain, and when applicable, apply, the concepts, models, methods and theories that span the breadth of the discipline.

Skills

Students should be able to:

• critically analyze and interpret messaging in all its manifestations.
• construct and deliver effective oral, print and electronic messages that exhibit clarity, organization and stylistic mastery.

Values

Students should be able to:

• construct ethical judgments about communicating responsibly across social contexts.
• develop cultural awareness, curiosity and empathy while comparing and valuing culturally different others.