Western Kentucky University's Department of Communication

The fastest-growing university in a tradition-rich state, Western Kentucky University is charting a bold course from past accomplishments to even greater aspirations. An avid participant in this mission, the Department of Communication offers an applied approach to the study of human communication emphasizing organizational contexts. The Department is home to a world class forensics program, student chapters of IABC and Lambda Pi Eta, students who appreciate commitment to character as well as achievement, and teachers who relish enriching the lives of others. Communication alumni from WKU distinguish themselves worldwide in business, academics, and community service. And over and over again, they come back and say, "Thanks. You made a difference." Curriculum Specialties Organizational Communication Intercultural Communication Interpersonal & Group Communication Public Address Conflict, Crisis & Issues Management	Programs Offered: MA Communication Graduate Certificate in Organizational Communication BA Corporate & Organizational Communication - Internship Information in this section - Capstone Memo (from Dr. Kell to Senior students - 7/27/07) BA Communication Studies Certificate in Political Communication Minor in Communication Studies ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Degree Programs Sample degree program forms How to fill out and file your degree program Core Courses COMM 145 - Introduction to Public Speaking COMM 161 - Business & Professional Speaking Newsletter: Spring 2006 Newsletter: Fall 2006 Newsletter: Spring 2007 Newsletter: Fall 2007 Newsletter: Spring 2008
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Congratulations WKU Forensics Team! Seventh Championship - National Forensic Assocation (NFA) National Tournament Fifth championship - Individual Events Eight-time champions - American Forensics Association (AFA) Ninth Championship - International Forensic Association (IFA) National Parliamentary Debate Association National Tournament Champions 18th consecutive Kentucky Forensic Association State Championship
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Donna Renaud was elected Co-Director of the International Listening Association South Central Region, appointed Chair of 2009 ILA Awards Committee, and selected to spearhead the development of a Professional Certification Program for ILA at the 2008 Annual Convention held in Portland, Maine. For more information...
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Advising Information:	Click here for advising information pertaining to Fall 2008 registration. To make an appointment for advising for a major in the Department of Communication, stop by FAC 130 or call 745-3296. NOTE: When you come for advising, bring either your General Education Progress Report or your iCAP Audit. Please make sure the font size is easily readable.
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WKU Department of Communication