Instructors of the Department of Communication, Art, Theatre and Music* work toward
the achievement of the following objectives:
* provide excellent and diligent teaching related to the discipline of Communication
and the Arts
* Introduce students to the language, pedagogical practices and theories in the communication
discipline
* encourage the study of historical, educational and theoretical concepts and practices
related to Media, Art, and Theatre
* reinforce methods of learning related to critical analysis and thought within and
across various disciplines of study at the university
* instill academic values through personal and professional commitment to academic
excellence at all levels of teaching and learning
* exhibit examples of values and morals that promote excellent ethical behavior among
students
* provide students with an exciting atmosphere in which to learn and practice ideals
related to the study of the discipline
* Provide reasonable efforts to aid students in their abilities to network and connect
with others in the field of Communication and across other academic disciplines that
will encourage collaborative learning and understanding
* create an atmosphere that encourages continual study, learning and growth
* nurture,, encourage and reinforce students abilities to ultimately act independently
in creative, critical and interpretive ways
Student Learning Outcomes – Program
* Demonstrate intercultural sensitivity and identify their ethical responsibilities
to their community, society, discipline, and profession based on various perspectives
and associated standards of communication.
* Communicate appropriately and effectively within various organizational and group
contexts
* Demonstrate appropriate and effective conflict management strategies,
* Demonstrate effective nonverbal and verbal communication techniques.
* Demonstrate the ability to effectively deliver formal presentations before a variety
of live audiences..
* Demonstrate proficiency in the use of written English, including proper spelling,
grammar, and punctuation.
Assessment:
In the final months of senior year, students will bring forth to a committee of communication
professors demonstrable evidence of accomplishment in each of the areas identified
in the objectives above. In the course of developing the senior seminar project, communication students should
give evidence in their presentation of competence in at least six of the areas identified
above. During Senior Seminar, communication faculty will evaluate communication students
to ascertain their achievement in those areas.
