Courses
SPCO 101 Intro to Speech Communication 2.00 credits
Basic principles of speech communication for public address, small group, and interpersonal communication settings. Emphasis on oral communication proficiency. Fall and Spring.
 
SPCO 102 Intro to Speech Communication 2.00 credits
This course is identical to SPCO 101 with the exception of begin designed for transfer students, or students who were unable to take SPCO 101 in their freshman year. Fall, Spring, and Summer.
 
SPCO 226 Oral Interpretation 3.00 credits
Analysis and oral reading of prose, poetry, and drama with interpretive and dramatic emphasis. Spring, odd years.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 101 Minimum Grade: D
Equivalent: THEA 313 - OK if taken since Fall 1996
SPCO 270H Honors Rhetoric 3.00 credits
The principles and historical development of rhetoric from classical to contemporary speeches. Speeches by students will demonstrate their grasp of rhetoric. On sufficient demand.
 
Prerequisite: HONS 190 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 321 Advanced Public Speaking 3.00 credits
A concentration on various forms of public address. Frequent speeches given before the class. Fall and Spring.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 101 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 331 Principles of Debate 3.00 credits
Examination of the fundamentals of advocacy including argumentation theory, techniques of persuasion, refutation, and cross-examination. This course is open to both debate team members and anyone interested in improving argumentation skills. Fall.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 101 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 341 Argumentation And Debate 3.00 credits
Advanced theory and practice of debate principles. Intended for debate team members only. Spring.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 331 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 342 Debate Participation 1.00 credit
Participation on University debate teams.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 331 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 356 Persuasion 3.00 credits
Theory and practice of effective persuasive techniques. Fall, Spring, and Summer.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 101 Minimum Grade: D or SPCO 102 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 400 Nonverbal Communication 3.00 credits
Comprehensive study of the role of nonverbal communication in interpersonal relationships. Current research, discussion and exercises are used to understand the definition and importance of nonverbal communication as a social semiotic. Spring, alternate years.
 
SPCO 401 Communication & Leadership 3.00 credits
A study of the link between communication and leadership. Includes an examination of leadership styles, theories, and research. Emphasis is placed on ways leaders use power, manage diversity, influence followers and solve group problems. Fall or Spring.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 101 Minimum Grade: D or SPCO 102 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 453 Interpersonal and Sml Grp Comm 3.00 credits
Study of interpersonal and small group communication behaviors, research and theory. Practice and application of theory. Spring
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 101 Minimum Grade: D or SPCO 102 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 457 Communication Criticism 3.00 credits
An introduction to the methods and theories of communication criticism. Classical and contemporary approaches are applied to speeches, books, films, television programs, and musical productions. Fall.
 
Prerequisite: SPCO 101 Minimum Grade: D
SPCO 481 Seminar 1.00 - 3.00 credits
Special topics with credit to be arranged. On sufficient demand.
 
SPCO 482 Advanced Seminars 1.00 - 3.00 credits
Special arranged topics with credits to be arranged. On sufficient demand.
 
SPCO 491 Directed Study 1.00 - 3.00 credits
Special topics and reading; credit by arrangement with the instructor. Fall, Spring, and Summer.
 
SPCO 497 Internship 1.00 - 3.00 credits
Professional work experience in speech communication related fields. Fall, Spring, and Summer.
 
SPCO 498 Sr Communication Colloquium 1.00 credit
The colloquium is designed to assist students' ability to articulate the substance of their major as well as develop a philosophy of communication. In this sense, the colloquium will be a capstone on their education at Gonzaga University. The course will include weekly seminars, a written project and the development of a portfolio including a resume, writing samples and other completed work, and a philosophical statement of communication. All public relations and speech communication majors must register for this course for the fall and spring semesters of their senior year.
 
Concurrent: COMM 499