Speech

Study in the field of Speech offers skills in communication and analysis that are essential in most careers. An education in literature, criticism and language teaches students to write effectively and expressively, to think critically, to weigh values, and to communicate ideas. These skills improve one’s chances of finding jobs in a wide variety of fields. A concentration in Speech helps to prepare a student for work in communications, public relations, government and public service, sales, publishing, journalism, advertising, education, performing arts, and business.

Baccalaureate Transfer Option

  • Associate of Arts with concentration in Speech and Drama
    • Suggested courses for Speech and Drama Concentration: Three or more coursses from DRAMA 150, 160, 170; SPCH 110, 210, 230

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Speech Courses

NumberTitleHours
SPCH 101Principles of Speech3-0-3
SPCH 110Discussion + Group Conference3-0-3
SPCH 120Business & Professional Speaking3-0-3
SPCH 140Forensic Activities0-2-1
SPCH 210Oral Interpretation of Literature3-0-3
SPCH 230Readers Theatre (Group Interpretation)3-0-3
SPCH 240Intercultural Communications3-0-3

Speech Faculty

Full-time Speech Faculty

Faculty

  • Stephens, Michelle
  • Bowman, Gayle
  • Hauser, Todd
  • Ploessl, Bridget
  • Schuler, Jessica
  • Swango, Gregory
  • Waller, Timothy
  • Zindel-McWilliams, Teena