Department of Speech and Communication Studies

Programs

Beyond this, the primary focus of the BASHD program is the science of normal human communication, while the primary focus of the MASLP program is the professional preparation of entry-level speech-language pathologists and their full scope of practice. The MASLP program is accredited by the council on Academic Accreditation in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
 

In the communication studies area, the BADS program offers four tracks or concentrations for students: Public Relations/Corporate Communication, Interpersonal/ Relational Communication, Media Management/Production, and Rhetoric/Critical Studies.  The primary focus of the MACS program is on organizational/professional communication strategies and practice, although students can develop a focus on communication theory and research through their electives and thus prepare for further graduate study.
 

This diversity within and among the various degree areas is a significant consideration in the development of goals and objectives within and for the department. We have tried to recognize both the distinctions and connections that exist as we engage in the department-wide and department-based process. As a result of the complexity of the process, we have chosen to use this document to present the goals and objectives that are departmentally grounded while still recognizing particular program-related issues.   The specifics of the process are, in some respects, common to all programs and in other respects unique to individual programs and/or grouping.