be determined by the Piano Placement Examination); two hours of Minor Applied electives chosen from the MUA 121–422 sequence (level of entry to be determined by audition); and two hours of music ensemble courses. Aural skills courses are not required.

Minor applied courses MUA 121-MUA 421 will be offered to music majors who need a minor applied course or declared music minors enrolled in required courses for the Minor in Music Performance.

The Area of Speech Communication and Theatre seeks to develop an awareness of the methods and techniques necessary for the continual improvement of human communication as a social and professional tool. Courses are designed to help students understand the methods and techniques used by the media systems, to assist students in their understanding and appreciation of cultural heritages, and to help them develop strong and healthy relationships. The University has two theaters which serve as laboratories for instruction and facilities for University-sponsored theatrical productions. Faculty and students participate in prominent theatrical organizations. A minor in Speech Communication and Theatre requires the completion of 18 semester credit hours in addition to SPE 103, Interpersonal Communication, from the Liberal Studies Requirements. Students may concentrate in any of the two components. Specific course requirements include:

and students participate in prominent theatrical organizations. A minor in Speech Communication and Theatre requires the completion of 18 semester credit hours in addition to SPE 103, Interpersonal Communication, from the Liberal Studies Requirements. Students may concentrate in any of the two components. Specific course requirements include:

Minor in Speech Communication: SPE 200 (Public Speaking), SPE 201 (Group Discussion and Debate), SPE 302 (Interracial/Intercultural Communication), SPE 304 (Oral Interpretation), and SPE 315 (Voice and Diction. The remaining 3 semester credit hours must be selected in consultation with the student’s minor advisor.

Minor in Theatre: THE 204 (Foundations of Theatre), THE 250 (Acting), THE 305 (Theatre History), THE380 (Play Directing), and THE 408 (Black Theatre). The remaining 3 semester credit hours must be selected in consultation with the student’s minor advisor. Approval of the area advisor is necessary for the selection of these electives