Why Study Speech Communication?

     No matter what we do that involves other people, we must be able to communicate if we are to succeed.  Those who communicate the best, no matter what their goal, usually succeed the most. 

     Speech communication, whether speaking to one other person, in a small group, or to an audience of hundreds, is an art form involving creativity and imagination.  It is also a skill involving critical  thinking and theoretical application. 

     Our department focuses on two areas:  the presentational and the relational.  The presentational area involves designing, delivering, and critiquing speeches while the relational area involves learning how to communicate successfully with others in a one-on-one or small group setting.  We believe a solid grounding in both areas prepares students for successful careers and supports the ideal of a liberal education. 

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