Explore communication and culture through USI’s communication studies (CMST) program. A complement to most majors, USI offers a broad range of courses in the communication studies minor to help you develop the communication skills and abilities needed to succeed at personal, professional, social and civic levels. USI’s professors are nationally and internationally recognized for their outstanding teaching and research. As a student in the CMST program, this knowledgeable and personable faculty will share their expertise with you—to make the difference at USI. In the CMST program, you will improve your communication skills (spoken, written and computer-mediated) to effectively communicate in a variety of contexts—relationships, small groups, and larger organizations. You’ll explore issues of power, politics, diversity and culture in both personal and professional settings. You’ll develop leadership skills while working effectively in teams.
21 hours; C or better required in all courses; 2.25 minor GPA required
Additional credit hours could indicate a major, second minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.
An undergraduate student should initiate a Change of Academic Program if they wish to add or remove a minor.
The student obtains a Change of Academic Program form from the Registrar's Office or the department of the new major/minor, secures the signature of the department chair/director (or dean) of any major/minor to be added, and returns the form to the Registrar's Office for processing.
A student must submit the completed form by the Thursday before priority registration if the change is to be made within the current semester. Unless granted a waiver by the department of the new major, the student must meet all current program requirements for graduation.
A minor in CMST supports a wide range of careers, community services and personal development opportunities. Some majors that the CMST minor complements well include sociology, anthropology, engineering, marketing, management, political science, health administration, sports management, theatre, criminal justice and any other communication oriented major. As a graduate of the CMST program, you will emerge as a proficient, critical consumer and producer of messages and interactions at the personal, social, civic and professional levels. You will be prepared to meet the current needs of business and industry leaders, who demand college graduates who demonstrate effective communication skills, problem-solving abilities and leadership experience in addition to the ability to think critically and conceptually.
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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
