Course Listings
Communication
A major and a minor in Communication is available. See also majors and minors in Broadcasting, Journalism, Marketing, and Public Relations and the major in Film Production and minor in Multimedia Communication.
Major in Communication
44 credit hours
(core + one concentration area)
Core courses (26 credit hours):
Generalist concentration
(18 credit hours)
- Any communication courses, with advisor's approval9
- Any upper level communication or related courses, with advisor's approval9
- At least four semesters participation in Communication department productionsNC
Multimedia Communication concentration
(18 credit hours)
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates in Communication will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of core communication principles and research methods.
- Create a diverse multimedia portfolio.
- Demonstrate a set of professional skills and competencies.
- Engage the campus and community through co-curricular media involvement.
- Demonstrate learning and competence in completing one or more internships.
- Report that courses and other collegiate training prepared them for a position in communication or a related career.
- Engage in meaningful discussions about media, professionalism, and ethics.
Planning Guide:
| First Year | Goshen Core Introduction to Communication Communication Research 100-299 level courses in major |
| Second Year | Goshen Core Media Law and Ethics Expository Writing Other courses in major SST |
| Third Year | Goshen Core Communication and Society Courses in major |
| Fourth Year | Balance of Goshen Core Balance of major Internships Senior Seminar |
Planning and advising notes
Comm 200, Communication Practice should be with a co-curricular closely related to the area of concentration. The Comm 409, Internship should be in the student’s area of concentration. A portfolio or its equivalent is required for graduation.
Minimum academic requirement: All communication majors and minors must earn a grade of C- or higher in all courses required for their major or minor. Failure to attain this level of achievement requires the student to either repeat the course (for specific requirements) or take an additional course (an option for elective courses) and achieve a grade of C- or higher.
A maximum of 45 credit hours in communication courses may be applied to a degree. Also, no more than 12 credit hours in experiential learning (Comm 200, 209, 409 or 412) may be applied.
Minor in Communication
18 credit hours
Student learning outcomes
Graduates with a minor in Communication will:
- Comprehend a core of knowledge in the field.
- Report that courses and other collegiate training prepared them for a position in communication or a related career.
Planning and advising notes
In the minor concentration, at least 5 credit hours must be upper level (300 and above), with at least 9 credit hours in communication and at least 6 taken at Goshen College.
BUS 220 Spreadsheet Skills
This course provides students with the basic and intermediate spreadsheet skills expected by employers. Students will learn basic functions, chart creation, data analysis and representation, and tools commonly used organizations.
COMM 101 Introduction to Communication
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of communication, exploring its fundamental concepts, theories, and practices. Students will engage in self-assessment and career exploration, gaining insight into both traditional and emerging professional opportunities in the communication disciplines. Topics...
COMM 108 Digital Design
(Cross-listed from Art 108) This course in visual expression and communication will introduce students to relevant computer programs including Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Through exercises, projects and critiques, students will learn both creative visual design and technical aspects...
COMM 200 Communication Practice
Applied work in communication with The Record, Globe Media, FiveCore Media, the Public Relations Student Society of America, or other on-campus communication activity. A maximum of two hours applicable toward a communication major or minor. Consent of instructor required.
COMM 202 Purposeful Presentation
Students will polish their skills in public speaking, facilitation and active listening. Focusing on content creation and message delivery, this course is designed to provide practical experience in impromptu speaking, formulating and delivering persuasive arguments and effectively utilizing images and...
COMM 204 Expository Writing
(Cross-listed from Engl 204) Theory and practice of written communication. Assignments in a variety of prose forms aim at developing the student’s control of logic, organization, rhetoric, usage, and audience accommodation. Prerequisite: CORE 110 or equivalent.
COMM 240 Communication Research
An introduction to theory building and research methodology of mass communication. Course focuses on the practical aspects of communication research, providing a framework for conducting quantitative and qualitative research..
COMM 270 Media, Law & Ethics
The course provides an introduction to the U.S. legal system and the major principles of media law. The course will cover issues like access to information, accuracy, conflicts of interest, deception, fairness, libel, obscenity, plagiarism and privacy. Students will devote...
COMM 326 Creating for the Web
This course examines the necessary tools for building successful web pages. Students utilize design elements and principles to emphasize the importance of the web as an effective form of communication. They also learn languages of page development (HTML/CSS) and responsive...
COMM 375 Motion Design
This course focuses on motion design through the exploration of animation techniques and design principles to communicate ideas and information. Students will apply conceptual abilities to learn foundational skills using industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects and Fusion. Skill development...
COMM 383 Communication and Society
A study of communication issues in modern society with attention to the persons, institutions, media and systems that facilitate social interaction. An overview of communication philosophy as a basis for ethical and aesthetic perspectives.
COMM 409 Internship
Experiential learning, usually in an off-campus professional setting, for communication majors and minors. The student contracts with a faculty member in regard to goals, performance expectations, supervision, evaluation and course subtitle. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
COMM 410 Senior Seminar
Senior Seminar offers a consideration of ethical and professional issues in the fields of art, communication, English, and theater. Assignments include information interviews with practitioners in the respective fields, oral presentations, and the preparation of a capstone portfolio and polished...