Arts, Letters and Science — Communication Arts, Letters and Science — Communication 211, 220, 230, 271, 275, 312, 350. Communication 485 is recommended. No minor is required of the composite teaching major in Speech and Theatre Arts. Students are required to participate in at least three major productions each year; this participation must be in at least two aspects of theatre experience. Students are required to participate in at least one forensic or radio-television experience each year. See Theatre Arts Department section for theatre requirements. Journalism Departmental Major—In addition to the 6 hours of departmental core requirements and the 15 hours of classes chosen by the student, the journalism departmental major must complete the following required communication classes: 113, 114, 217, 235, 313, 314, 316 and 328. The 15 hours chosen by the student should enhance his knowledge and abilities in his area of specialization within the field of Journalism. Departmental Minor in Speech or Journalism—Students min- oring in the Department of Communication must take Communication 112, plus an additional seventeen (17) hours in one of the following areas: Interpretation, Journalism, Public Address, Radio and Television, or Speech Education. Other courses (17 hours) will be determined by the student in consultation with his minor adviser and with the approval of the Chairman of the Department of Communication. Typewriting—All Journalism students must be able to type proficiently. Speech Teaching Minor—Students minoring in Speech for certification must complete the following Communication courses: 107, 111, 211, 220, 271, 350, 415, 485. EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITY PROGRAM Forensics—Participation in inter-collegiate forensic activities is conducted in conjunction with the instructional program in debate and interpretation. Students take active part in regional and national forensic meets under the direction of the college staff. Speech Contests—Outstanding students participate in the following contests: The Rotary International Oratorical Contest, open to all students; the James L. Barker Extempore Speaking Contest, for freshmen and sophomore students; the James N. Luvaris Extempore Speaking Contest, for Junior and Senior students. Recognition is given in the form of financial awards. High School Forensic Contest—The Department of Communication is host to the annual Weber State Leland H. Monson High School Forensic Tournament, held in February of each year. The tournament is in its thirty-sixth year. Over one thousand students from Utah, Idaho, Nevada, and Wyoming participate. This is one of the largest tournaments of its kind in the United States. The Signpost—Journalism students have the opportunity to work on the Weber State College student newspaper, The Signpost. W. S. C. Broadcasters—Students interested in radio and television broadcast operation have an opportunity to prepare and present programs on a regular basis. This activity is open to all students who wish to help provide the volunteer staff for Weber State radio and production crews for television programming. Radio station KWCR-FM provides 'live" broadcast experience. Courses of Instruction 102. Principles of Public Speaking—Selection of subjects for specific purposes, fundamental skills of speech preparation and delivery, and basic culture for speech. Scheduled to include two hours of lab for students who show special need. A W S (3) 103. Voice and Diction—Mechanics of voice production and word utterance for better functioning of voice, articulation, enunciation, and pronunciation. A S (3) 104. Convocation Hour Series—Convocations featuring distinguished speakers and artists in the broad fields of the humanities, sciences, technology, education, the fine arts, and national and world affairs. Each convocation concludes with a question and answer period. A W S (1) 107. Oral Interpretation of Literature—Oral reading into more advance levels of literature with emphasis on techniques of impression and expression. A S (3) 111. Introduction to Discussion in the Legislative Process- Theory and practical application of the discussion methods used in committees, informal groups, and business conferences: principles and practices in the use of parliamentary procedure, order of business, nominations, elections, constitutions, amendment and bylaws, committee, and motions. A S (3) 104 105