Communication Arts Courses - Develop Essential Skills for Any Career

1. Communication ArtsSpeech, Communication,Mass Communication, Journalism& TheatreRegistration starts The week of April 15 www.harperspeech.net

2. Interviewing Speaking Critical Thinking Writing Team Work Argumentation Persuasion Interpersonal Communication As well as Career training in… Communication ArtsProvides Training/experience in the critical life skills important for any major/career Public Relations Audio Production Media Literacy Stage Craft Theatre Appreciation Journalism Video Production Interviewing Performance Acting Film Criticism www.harperspeech.net

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5. Speech & Human Communication Interpersonal Communication SPE200 Learn about yourself, improving your everyday communication skills and enhancing your relationships at home and work. There is no public speaking in this class! Class emphasis will be on understanding and using practical, daily, one on one communication. FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer ElectivesGroup Communication/Team-work SPE205 Learn to work and communicate together in teams, committees, and small groups. The focus of this course is on practical experience. Most of the class time is spent working on exercises related to conflict, decision making, leadership, and problem solving.  FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer ElectivesIntercultural Communication SPE215The course examines how culture influences the communication process including values, beliefs, norms, linguistic and nonverbal differences between cultures, cultural bias, ethnocentrism, globalization, and cultural adjustment. Students will learn to evaluate their own and others’ communicative behaviors from a culturally sensitive perspective. FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives AND your Diversity CreditArgumentation & Debate SPE210This course studies the theories, principles, and methods of debate, persuasion, and argumentation. FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer ElectivesProfessional Communication (previously Advanced Public Speaking) SPE102This class is a continuation of speech 101. The focus is on practical public speeches such as eulogy, toast, sales presentations, acceptance speech, oral  reports and much more. Topics such as stage fright, memorization, voice, diction, persuasion will be covered. This course is perfect for all careers especially teaching, sales, law, management, public service, journalism, marketing and public relations. Be an effective communicator and speaker!  FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives Careers in Communication Business executive Human relations manager Public relations manager Marketing executive Advertising executive Media planner Web content manager Paralegal Public Relations Specialists. Meeting/Event Planner College Alumni Officers Media Planner Social Media Manager Human Resources Business Reporter Health Educator Government/Politics Law Education International Relations www.harperspeech.net

6. Careers in Mass Communication Director Social Media Manager On Air Personality News Writer/Producer Film Maker Lighting Design Sound Design/Engineer Public Relations Marketing Production Assistant Producer Casting Director Business Manager Agent Editor Graphics Advertising Marketing Producer Writer Camera Person Photographer Web Producer Comedy Writer Mass Communication Introduction to Mass Communication MCM120 Introduces students to the principles and techniques of photojournalism for use in a variety of platforms including; print, broadcast, web and social media. Students will use still photography and mobile video production techniques to create product for web journalism, public relations and marketing. FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives Film History MCM200 Surveys the historical development of film emphasizing a study of films and innovations in film production that have had a significant influence on film as an art form. Explores the history of film through the eyes of the filmmaker. Students will analyze film movements from multiple countries and recognize their effect on each other and the Hollywood film model. FULFILLS Group 4 HUMANITIES & the Diversity Credit Audio Production MCM 156A basic introduction to the equipment, facilities, and terminology of the audio media industry. Students will work on individual field and studio projects including radio show production, public service announcements, audio documentaries, and sound design. Students will be introduced to the technical aspects of sound recording and non-linear, multi-track audio editing. FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives Video Production MCM211Video Production introduces students to the application of fundamental non-studio video production techniques. Includes terminology, conceptualization, basic script writing, field audio operations, and lighting in a non-studio setting.  FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives www.harperspeech.net

7. Theatre Arts Careers in THEATRE Actor Director Set Designer Singer Prop Master Lighting Design Sound Design Box Office Management Public Relations Marketing Stage Manager Production Assistant Costumer Teacher/Coach Model Producer Casting Director Make-Up Artist Dancer Dialect Coach Puppeteer Business Manager Agent Editor Playwriter Dramaturg Introduction to Theatre THE111 Come find out why "all the world's a stage". Whether you enjoy performing on stage or being part of an audience, this course gives you an appreciation for the major periods in the history of the theater as well as introduces you to the roles played by the actors, directors and designers in bringing a play to life. Fulfills Humanities & Fine Arts-Group 4Acting I THE212 In Acting I, you get a basic understanding of the concept of acting. You do simple exercises to encourage the development of voice, body and mind in the creation of character. This course is designed to accommodate both the beginner and those interested in refreshing skills that they may not have used in many years. Acting I can also benefit you if you would like to improve your basic communication skills. FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives Acting II THE213Advanced acting is a course designed to give you further training specifically in the area of character development. You work on more complex acting exercises in class and look at a number of different play styles. The class concludes with a showcase of scenes which you work on through the course of the semester. The showcase is open to the public, providing an opportunity for you to perform in front of a live audience. FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer ElectivesOral Interpretation SPE107Do you enjoy literature? Are you interested in performing? In the Oral Interpretation class, you learn to analyze/perform prose, poetry, & drama. Previous performance experience is not necessary. A great class for polishing your speaking skills in a fun and creative manner.     FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives Stagecraft THE 216Work back stage. Learnt he art of lighting, props, set construction, sound design… FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives www.harperspeech.net

8. Journalism Careers in Journalism Social Media Manager Journalist Photo Journalist News Writer/Producer Public Relations Marketing Producer Business Manager Editor Advertising Marketing Web Producer Comedy Writer Broadcaster Magazine editor Copy Editor Web Content Manager Advertising Digital Copy editor Marketing Public Relations Multimedia Specialist Introduction to Journalism MCM130 Introduces the basics of writing for the media and Associated Press (AP) style, focusing on print journalism. Explores the history, legal and ethical concerns, and culture of journalism. Develops fundamental skills in writing, interviewing and conducting research using traditional and Internet sources. Emphasizes accuracy, conciseness, grammar and spelling skills. Explores career opportunities in journalism. Some beginning reporting and writing in computer lab.  FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives Multi-Platform Photo Journalism MCM205 Introduces students to the principles and techniques of photojournalism for use in a variety of platforms including; print, broadcast, web and social media. Students will use still photography and mobile video production techniques to create product for web journalism, public relations and marketing. IAI 921  FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives Introduction to Public Relations MCM233Explores the history, theory, practice and role of public relations in government, corporate, non-profit and private organizations. Introduces students to the business and creative aspects of publics relations, as well as the complexities of issue management. Students will prepare original public relations campaigns for print, broadcast and electronic media. Familiarizes the student with computer software for desktop publishing.FULFILLS Group 6 Major Discipline and Transfer Electives www.harperspeech.net

9. Harper DePaul 2+22 years at Harper + 2 years at DePaulon Harper’s CampusCommunication/MediaVisit the University Center Second floor building D

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11. Our communication Arts Faculty would be more than willing to sit down with you to discuss classes and activities.Brian Shelton- Bshelton@harpercollege.eduMass Communication/Journalism classes & whcm radioMargaret Bilos- mbilos@harpercollege.eduSpeech Classes, Speech Team & Debate TeamJeff Przybylo- jprzybyl@harpercollege.eduSpeech Classes, Speech Team & Debate TeamLaura Pulio-CoLbert- lpulio@harpercollege.eduTheatre Classes, Acting Classes, stage Craft & harper Theatre productionsKevin Long- klong@harpercollege.eduTheatre Classes, Acting Classes, Stage Craft & harper Theatre productionsPatti Ferguson- pferguso@harpercollege.eduSpeech Classesmkhan3@Harpercollege.edu Journalism and The harbinger (school newspaper) www.harperspeech.net