Public Speaking Courses – Department of Performing Arts

A performance course designed to introduce basic principles of communication and the classical roots from which they were derived. Students will prepare and present speeches in both formal platform settings and informal group discussions. While attention will be given to extemporaneous delivery, the emphasis of the course is on work behind-the-scenes: organizing ideas, structuring messages, and adapting messages for specific audiences. Attention will also be given to methods for evaluating oral discourse. Students who experience anxiety in public speaking situations are encouraged to enroll. Fall and Spring. Levels: Undergraduate.

PSPK 080: 3 credits

01: M 3:30pm-6:00pm HEA 104, Prof. Arthur Murphy

02: TR 12:30pm-1:45pm WAL 398, Prof. Kate Yust Al-Shamma

03: WF 12:30pm-1:45pm WAL 396, Prof.Kate Yust Al-Shamma

04: T 11:00am-1:30pm HEA 104, Prof. Arthur Murphy