OVERVIEW
Courses in the program teach students how to effectively gather, analyze, synthesize, and present information to audiences in meaningful and engaging ways. The program focuses on theories, concepts, and best practices in verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as using different forms of media to inform, educate, and persuade audiences across various contexts and cultures.
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Science
- Minor (21 hours)
- Program Coordinator: Dr. JJ McIntyre
COURSES AND CHECKSHEETS
- Courses
- Academic Maps: BA | BS
- Communication Major Checksheet
- Communication Minor Checksheet
INTERNSHIP AND DIRECTED STUDY
AWARDS
Glenn D. Smith Outstanding Student in Communication Award
Dr. Glenn D. Smith served as professor and chairman in the former UCA Department of Speech and Theatre Arts.
2023-24 Gabby Stogsdill
2022-23 Nicole Vincent
2021-22 Gregory Warren
2020-21 Jamaal Lockings
2019-20 Marco Ramirez
2018-19 Dalton Cook
2017-18 Daniel Strain
2016-17 Isabella Ragni
2015-16 Joanna Averill
2014-15 Morgan Shipman
2013-14 Molly Clayborn
2012-13 Bethany L. Miller
Lambda Pi Eta Mu Theta Chapter University of Central Arkansas Member of the Year
2015-16 Victoria Hittle
2014-15 Ashley Bronson
2013-14 Yao Li
2012-13 Noah Paty
2011-12 NONE
2010-11 Hayley H. Himstedt
2009-10 Dapple G. Eoff
2008-09 Tessa L. Richey
2007-08 Ginny E. Moss
2006-07 John H. Morris
2005-06 Melissa A. Abney
2004-05 Janey E. Butler
2003-04 Amy R. Wallace
2002-03 Robin R. Richardson
SCHOLARSHIP
Apply here for scholarship listed below.
- AARON B. MACKEY SCHOLARSHIP — For full-time African-American students who have been accepted into the athletic or communication programs at UCA. Requires a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above and ACT of 18 or above. Consideration may be given to financial need.