Interpersonal Communication

Apply interpersonal theories and research methods used by historians, social scientists and behavior scientists who have contributed to the filed of communication Studies, specifically interpersonal communication.

Analyze interpersonal interactions to understand how culture shapes and is shaped by communication.

Develop explanations for and explore solutions to contemporary social problems such as dysfunctional social discourse, conflict in relationships and families, conflict in workplace relationships.

Reflect upon themselves in relation to family, communities, society, culture and/or their histories as they analyze how communication both shapes and is shaped by those contexts.

Apply and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories about human societies and behaviors through the study and application of alternative/diverse interpersonal theories and contexts.