Communication

www.linnbenton.edu/communication

The Communication Department offers students the opportunity to pursue expertise, or preparation for advanced study, in the field of communication. The department offers the Associate of Science degree for students planning to transfer to Oregon State University to complete a baccalaureate degree. To complete the AS degree and transfer to OSU, students should enroll in the Degree Partnership Program and take classes at both LBCC and OSU (www.linnbenton.edu/degree-partnership) during their second year of study. Students should work with advisors at both LBCC and OSU. In addition, the department course offerings support institutional general education degree requirements in Communication. To make the best selection, check the Communication requirement for your particular degree and speak with a program advisor.

An Oregon State University Bachelor of Arts degree requires that students take two years (six terms) of a college-level foreign language.  While this is not a requirement for the Associate of Science, it is highly recommended that you do this coursework during your time at LBCC, or after transfer using the Degree Partnership Program.

Recent studies confirm that in today’s job market, employers rate effective communication skills as a top priority. Students who earn a grade of B or higher in COMM 111 Public Speaking, COMM 114 Argument and Critical Discourse, and COMM 218 Interpersonal Communication, will receive the Communication Focus Award, a departmental award that documents a student’s training in communication.