Communication Studies - Minor
College of Communication and Information
School of Communication Studies
135 Taylor Hall
Kent Campus
330-672-2659
comm@kent.edu
www.kent.edu/comm
School of Communication Studies
135 Taylor Hall
Kent Campus
330-672-2659
comm@kent.edu
www.kent.edu/comm
Description
Effective communication skills are consistently rated as one of the top three proficiencies employers desire in new hires. Whether students major in architecture or zoology, communication skills are necessary for effective interaction. The Communication Studies minor allows students to improve their speaking abilities as well as their listening, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Fully Offered At:
- Kent Campus
- Stark Campus
Admission Requirements
Admission to a minor is open to students enrolled in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students enrolled only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.
Minor Requirements
[COMM]
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements | ||
| COMM 15000 | INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN COMMUNICATION (KADL) | 3 |
| COMM 25902 | COMMUNICATION THEORY | 3 |
| COMM 30000 | COMMUNICATION RESEARCH METHODS | 3 |
| COMM 35852 | INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION (DIVG) | 3 |
| COMM 35912 | GENDER AND COMMUNICATION (DIVD) | 3 |
| COMM 45459 | COMMUNICATION AND CONFLICT | 3 |
| Minimum Total Credit Hours: | 18 | |
Graduation Requirements
| Minimum Minor GPA |
|---|
| 2.250 |
- Requirement to declare minor: Minimum 2.000 overall Kent State University GPA; or, if a first semester freshman or transfer student admitted in good standing, no established Kent State University GPA is needed.