COM 171Public Spkng & Prof Comm-Honor

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This course equips students with the essential skills needed for effective public speaking and professional communication in academic, workplace, and social settings. Through practical exercises, students will learn to craft clear, engaging messages and adapt their communication styles to different audiences and speech contexts. Topics will include speech organization and writing, informational, persuasive, and commemorative speaking, vocal and physical delivery, audience analysis, and strategies for managing speech anxiety. Students will also explore professional communication principles, such as active listening and digital communication etiquette, as well as prepare job-related documents. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to present with clarity and confidence in a variety of settings. This course meets the General Education requirement for Creative Work.