Communication: Sports Communication Concentration, B.A.

Program Overview

This program provides a comprehensive foundation in communication, with a focus on sports communication. Students will develop skills in communication theory, research, and media production, while also gaining specialized knowledge in sports journalism, public relations, and ethics. The program includes an internship experience and a choice of electives to tailor the degree to individual interests.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Core Curriculum Requirements (38-40 Total Credit Hours)
• Graduation Requirements (3-6+ Credits)
• Foundation Courses (21-24 Credits)
• COMM 140 - Modern Human Communication: Principles and Practices (3 credits)
• COMM 150 - Media, Self and the World (3 credits)
• COMM 275 - Communication Theory (3 credits)
• COMM 276 - Communication Research (3 credits)
• JOUR 201 - Foundations of Journalism (3 credits)
• Choose two COMM, CLC, or JOUR courses at the 300-400 level (6 credits)
• Choose one course from the following (3 credits):
• COMM 491 - Communication Capstone: Thesis
• COMM 492 Q* - Communication Capstone: Project
• Major Requirements (18 Credits)
• COMM 206 - Introduction to Sports Communication (3 credits)
• COMM 306 - Sports Media (3 credits)
• COMM 496 - Sports Communication Internship (3 credits)
• JOUR 200 - Interactive Journalism Basics (3 credits)
• JOUR 304 - Writing for Interactive Journalism (3 credits)
• Choose one course from the following (3 credits):
• COMM 341 - Advanced Public Speaking
• COMM 350 - Interpersonal Communication Foundations
• JOUR 366 - Sports Public Relations and Integrated Communication
• JOUR 450 - Senior Seminar
• PHIL 313 - Sports Ethics
• RSM 317 - Moral and Ethical Reasoning in Recreation and Sport
• RSM 369 - Marketing and Promotion in Recreation and Sport Management
• RSM 400 - Sport in Contemporary Society
• Minor Requirements (18 Credits)
• Electives (13-22 Credits)