To develop the speaking and writing skills essential for success in both the university and in the professions that students are preparing to enter, written and oral presentations are incorporated into all courses, where feasible. Students are further required to complete a minimum of 6 credits in the following courses:
01:355:101 Expository Writing I (3) or
01:355:103 Exposition and Argument (3)
and
Intermediate-level courses designed to be taken in the first or second years:
01:355:201 Research in the Disciplines (3)
01:355:202 Technical Writing Essentials (3)
01:355:203 Business Writing Essentials (3)
04:192:220 Fundamentals of Speaking and Listening (3)
04:192:380 Public Speaking (3)
04:567:324 News Reporting and Writing (3)
or
Courses intended for advanced students:
01:355:301 College Writing and Research (3)
01:355:302 Scientific and Technical Writing (3)
01:355:303 Writing for Business and the Professions (3)
01:355:312 Writing for Biology and Natural Sciences (3)
01:355:315 Writing Grant Proposals (3)
01:355:342 Science Writing (3)
01:355:352 Writing as a Naturalist (3)
01:355:365 Technical Editing (3)
01:355:425 Web Authoring (3)
10:832:339 Public Health Literature (3)
11:015:380 Communication for Today's Leader (3)
11:015:381 Presentation Skills: Advocating for Change (3)
Several programs of study require specific courses and additional credits in oral and written communication. Students should consult the requirements of the specific program(s) of study they are considering before selecting courses from this list.
