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COM110 (3 Credits)

Theory and practice of interpersonal communication skills which affect day-to-day social interactions with other persons. May include using verbal and nonverbal symbols, active listening, resolving interpersonal conflict, understanding cultural perspectives, and developing and maintaining personal and professional relationships. Prerequisites: None.

COM225 (3 Credits)

Designed to enhance the student's ability to present public speeches confidently and competently. Also designed to improve information literacy and critical thinking skills. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

COM230 (3 Credits)

Principles and processes of small groups and development of skills for participation and leadership in small group settings. Practice in problem solving, decision making, and information sharing. Prerequisites: None.

COM259 (3 Credits)

Interpersonal, organizational, intercultural, group, and public communication in business and professional organizations. Emphasis on oral communication and the effective use of technology and new media. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

COM263 (3 Credits)

Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized. Prerequisites: None.

CPD102AB (2 Credits)

Designed to assist students make informed career decisions. Focuses on current occupational trends and outlook. Explores career-related interests, values, needs, preferences, skills, and strengths with the use of various assessments. Aids in the development of individualized educational/career goals and action plan. Prerequisites: None.

CPD102AC (2 Credits)

Assists students in gaining skills and confidence necessary to compete in the job market. Emphasis on job search techniques and strategies, resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills and professional etiquette. Prerequisites: None.

CPD115 (1 Credit)

Strategies to create success in college. Methods for selecting and developing effective academic strategies, increasing self-awareness and developing self-management strategies. Elements of college resources and relationships with others explored in support of students' educational experience. Prerequisites: None.

CPD160 (3 Credits)

Examination of the multiple cultures and subcultures within the contemporary United States. Personal exploration of awareness and appreciation of multiculturalism. Activities for experiencing diverse cultural perspectives. Critical thinking skills for recognizing, analyzing, and mediating cultural and psychological factors impacting conflict and accord between diverse cultures through written and oral discourse. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor.

CPD180 (3 Credits)

Exploration of human resilience and well-being within the context of personal, academic, and career life. Focus on enhancing quality of life, and improving academic performance and career success through awareness of behavior, cognition, and emotion as well as the practice of self-regulation. Topics include mindfulness, positive psychology, motivation, effective thinking, applied neuroscience, mental and emotional health and self-care. Prerequisites: None.