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The Communication Studies Department

We prepare students for a fulfilling personal and professional life enriched by community engagement and based on a theoretical and practical understanding of communication.

  As a Communication studies major or minor, you will have the opportunity to learn essential   communication theories as well as practical application in a variety of communication disciplines including:

• Speech Communication

• Interpersonal Communication

• Intercultural Communication

• Mass Communication

• Organizational Communication

  While studying communications, students learn:

• To find their own voice

• How people talk and listen

• How to better persuade

• To better understand other cultures

• To interact effectively in the workplace

• To develop and maintain relationships

  In short, the student who has studied Communication at Edgewood College will be better prepared for the "real-world," thus ensuring professional and relational success.

  The study of communication is considered one of the oldest existing disciplines of higher education. The study of communication and speech dates back to the times of Aristotle, Isocrates, and Cicero. As early as 2,400 years ago, the Greek as well as Roman and Chinese leaders realized the importance that communication plays in society and defining one's success. Each elite culture placed special emphasis on the art of verbal persuasion and argument. With such importance placed upon communication knowledge and skills still existing today, the value of a Communication Studies degree is easy to see!

Aristotle Aristotle was a Greek Philosopher who wrote on many subjects, including logic, rhetoric, politics, government, and ethics.	Cicero Cicero was considered by many one of Rome's greatest orators and prose stylists.	Socrates Socrates was a classic Greek philosopher who is credited as one of the founders of Western philosophy.

 

A California study of Fortune 500 companies showed that formal training in communication was essential for management success. In fact, according to Fortune 500 executives, oral communication skills were considered even more important than written communication skills. Still another study identified listening, resolving conflict, public speaking, planning and conducting meetings, and interviewing skills as the most essential skills for competent employees. All of which are basic talents developed by students in the Communication Studies major and minor.

• If you are looking for a degree with a lot of career potential in either the public or private sector, a major or minor in Communication Studies may be your ticket to success. Take the time to explore our web site, and find out why Communication Studies might be the major or minor perfect for your future. The ability to work successfully in multicultural groups, resolve interpersonal differences, listen well, and express your self clearly, are not only among the most valued job skills for the next century, but they may well also be the keys to obtaining enriched satisfaction with your personal, professional, family, and community relationships. And who knows, with a little bit of luck you too can join the long list of famous people with communication degrees. To set up an appointment to discuss the endless possibilities, please contact the Communication Studies office at (608)663-3413 or email:

• Fred Kauffeld at Kauffeld@edgewood.edu

• Franziska Macur at FMacur@edgewood.edu

• Kelly Mella at kmella@edgewood.edu
  
   

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