2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

SP 402 Communication Criticism 4 cr.

• Offered: Summer (Depending on Enrollment)
• Prerequisites: EN 211 with a grade of "C" or better and sophomore standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The process of formally evaluating rhetorical activity, including songs, humor, films and television. As they learn the process of criticism, students survey a variety of communication events that have had a lasting impact on American culture.

SP 401 Persuasion 4 cr.

• Offered: Every Third Semester
• Prerequisites: Junior standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The study of persuasion through communication. Topics include audience analysis, experimental design of studies in persuasion, and the application of persuasive theory to various examples of communication.

SP 310 Communication Theory 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: SP 250 or PR 250.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A survey of contemporary theories and paradigms relating to human communication. Principles of theory construction are also discussed

SP 300 Rhetorical Theory 4 cr.

• Offered: Infrequently
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Study of the rhetorical tradition from classical to contemporary theories of rhetoric.

SP 295 Special Topics in Communication Studies 1-4 cr.

• Offered: Infrequently
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Investigation of a significant topic or theme. Intended for underclassmen.

Notes: May be repeated if the topic differs.

SP 250 Research Methods and Careers in Communication 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: Completion of EN 111 with a grade of “C” or better and SP 110 with a grade of "C-" or better.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

An introduction to the research and writing requirements of the field of speech communication. Career options in the field are also considered.

SP 200 Argumentation 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall Summer (Depending on Enrollment)
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Study of argumentation stressing research, reasoning, organization, composition and presentation.

SP 120 Small Group Process 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Development of participation and decision-making skills in small groups. Classes combine lectures on group theory with laboratory application and practical experience.

SP 110 Interpersonal Communication 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter Summer (Depending on Enrollment)
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Integrative Thinking (INTT)

Study of theories of interpersonal communication and human resources to make students aware of major problems in communicating with others and to enable them to improve their understanding of themselves and others.

SP 100 Public Address 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter Summer (Depending on Enrollment)
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Effective Communication (EFFC)

Theory and practice of public address as found in formal and informal speaking situations that confront people in business and other professions. Course requirements include presenting original speeches.