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Hugh Downs School
of Human Communication
480/965-5095
STAUF A412
H. L. “Bud” Goodall Jr., Director
Professors
Alberts, Broome, Canary, Carlson, Corman, Goodall, Guerrero, Jain, Lederman, Martin, McPhee, Mongeau, Nakayama
Associate Professors
Corey, Davey, Davis, De la Garza, Floyd, Martinez, Trethewey
Assistant Professors
Brouwer, McDonald, Park-Fuller, Tracy
Instructional Professional
Olson
Purpose
The Hugh Downs School of Human Communication exists to advance the understanding of message-related human behavior for the purpose of improving communicative interactions. Teaching, research, and service are directed to the continued development of knowledge and application of principles of communication. Employers have ranked interpersonal, analytical, teamwork, computer, and verbal communication skills as the top five skills desired for new hires. The curriculum is designed so that majors are proficient in each of these areas upon graduation. Courses are not offered in broadcasting or journalism.
General Information
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 is required for enrollment in all upper-division courses and COM 207. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 is required for enrollment in COM 110, 241, 250, and 263. An exception to the GPA requirement exists only when newly admitted students enroll in COM 110, 241, 250, or 263.
Degree Requirements
BA and BS Degrees
Students may choose to complete either a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Communication. The BA degree requires a minimum of 30 semester hours and 15 hours of related area courses. The BS degree requires a minimum of 30 semester hours, including a General Studies CS (statistics) course; COM 404 or 407; COM 408; and one pair of the following courses:
COM 110 Elements of Interpersonal Communication SB (3)
or COM 310 Relational Communication (3)
COM 410 Interpersonal Communication Theory and Research SB (3)
Total 6
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COM 250 Introduction to Organizational Communication SB 3
COM 450 Theory and Research in Organizational Communication SB (3)
Total 6
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COM 241 Introduction to Oral Interpretation L/HU (3)
COM 441 Performance Studies HU (3)
Total 6
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COM 321 Rhetorical Theory and Research L/HU, H (3)
or COM 323 Communication Approaches to Popular Culture C (3)
COM 421 Rhetoric of Social Issues HU (3)
Total 6
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COM 263 Elements of Intercultural Communication SB, C, G (3)
COM 463 Intercultural Communication Theory and Research SB, G (3)
Total 6
Both degree options require students to take three core courses (COM 207, 225, and 308) plus 21 semester hours, 18 of which must be upper-division course work.
To assure the breadth and depth of their education, all Communication undergraduates must complete the requirements of the university General Studies, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication. For descriptive information on university requirements, refer to General Studies., and University Graduation Requirements. See College Graduation Requirment.
Students should consult the school for current information concerning College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Hugh Downs School of Human Communication requirements.
Communication Internships
Internships (COM 484) consist of supervised field experiences and are available to undergraduate students with a minimum ASU GPA of 2.50. Students must also complete COM 207, 225, and 308 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and 56 semester hours of credit to be eligible for an internship. An application for internship must be completed in the semester before the intended term for an internship. Contact the school for specific deadline dates. Internships must receive prior approval from the internship programs coordinator before student registration for the course. Internships may be taken for up to six semester hours.
Minor in Communication
The minor in Communication consists of 15 semester hours of courses, including COM 100 plus COM 225 or 259, and nine additional semester hours, at least six of which must be in the upper division. Nine of the total 15 semester hours must be Tempe campus resident credits, including six semester hours of upper-division credit. No pass/fail, “Y” credit, or credit/no-credit courses are allowed. Communication courses required for one’s major may not also count for the minor. All prerequisite and GPA requirements must be met. The “C” (2.00) minimum requirement must be met for each class.
BIS Concentration
A concentration in communication is available under the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) degree, a program intended for the student who has academic interests that might not be satisfied with existing majors. Building on two academic concentrations (or one double concentration) and an interdisciplinary core, students in the BIS program take active roles in creating their educational plans and defining their career goals. For more information, see School of Interdisciplinary Studies..
Graduate Programs
In addition to offering an MA degree program, the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication also offers an interdisciplinary PhD degree program in Communication. See the Graduate Catalog for the requirements and areas of concentration.
Omnibus Courses.
For an explanation of courses offered but not specifically listed in this catalog, see Omnibus Courses.
Graduate-Level Courses.
For information about courses numbered from 500 to 799, see the Graduate Catalog, or access www.asu.edu/aad/catalogs on the Web. In some situations, undergraduate students may be eligible to take these courses; for more information, see Graduate-Level Courses.
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