In Communication Applications, a one semester course, we focus on understanding and enhancing communication in our daily lives. Students learn to use interpersonal communication strategies through whole class discussion, group and individual presentations. The course creates a communication foundation upon which the students build throughout their Communications Arts experience.

In Media Criticism, a one semester course paired with Communication Applications, students explore the media and the nature of the messages that influence us as consumers, viewers, and listeners. Students develop critical thinking and evaluative skills as they analyze and discuss the power of the media