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THEATRE & SPEECH COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT
Chairperson
Jeff Hunt, Instructor
M.A., Ball State University


The Theatre and Speech Communication Department consists of two programs: Drama and Speech.

Speech Communication
The speech program serves the degree requirements of students in a variety of majors and technical fields, as well as a limited number of majors. Course topics include public speaking, interpersonal communication, business and professional speech, voice and articulation, as well as pronunciation classes for non-native speakers of English.

The department sponsors a highly successful forensics program. Students here compete with other college and university students in public speaking and literary performance events. A fundraising showcase each semester features the speeches and performances of forensics and acting students. Donations to this event support the Ron Lucke Scholarship Fund. These student scholarships, awarded at the end of each long term, reward their recipients' academic achievement, professionalism, and dedication to
speech and drama.


American Sign Language classes are taught and administered by the Interpreter Training/American Sign Language Department.

Tryouts for the Forenics Team are open to any student in good academic standing (See "Student Eligibility" Guidelines).

The department's drama season offers the community a variety of productions, including a children's theatre production for area elementary school students and the public. Admission is free to San Antonio College students, faculty, and staff presenting a valid ID. Proceeds from general public ticket sales support the Ron Lucke Scholarship Fund. These student scholarships, awarded at the end of each long term, reward their recipients' academic achievement, professionalism, and dedication to theatre and speech communication.

Speech/Forensics Team
The San Antonio College Speech/Forensics team competes successfully with both two-year and four year institutions in Oral Interpretation and Public Speaking events. We have had a long tradition of success. Now in its 24th year. the team is proud to be one of the few off campus intercollegiate activites offered to SAC students. Scholarship is also offered for those participating. (top of page)
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What is Speech Communication and why is it important?
The field of Speech Communication focuses on low people communicate across various contexets, cultures, channels, and media. In a report on today's fastest growing careers, the U.S. Department of Labor states that communication skills will be in demand across occupations well into the next century. Taking Speech Communication courses in college is beneficial to any career path. If you select to be a Speech Communication major, the faculty in our department will serve as you advisors. They will guide, support and encourage you to ensure your success in this field of study.
What can I do with a Speech Communication Degree?
College students with a Speech Communication Degree can be found in a variety of professional settings. According to the National Communication Association, Speech Communication graduates are employed in the following fields:
  • Advertising
  • education
  • Radio and TV Broadcasting
  • Public Relations
  • Theatre and Performing Arts
  • Business
  • Government and Politics
  • High Technology Industries
  • Medicine and Healthcare
  • International Relations
  • Law
  • Social and Human Services
What Speech Communication courses are offered at
San Antonio College?
 
  • Fundamentals of Speech
  • Public Speaking
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Business and Professional Speech
  • Voice and Articulation
  • Pronunciation I for Non-native Speakers of English
  • Argumentation and Debate
  • Oral Interpretation

 

Speech Communication Degree Requirements:

Theatre & Speech Communication Department
Associate in Arts

Requirements for the Degree of Associate in Arts
Unless specific courses are listed, see Section 2 for requirements for the associate of arts (AA) degree
Core Components
Course Selections
Semester Hours
Communication
See Section 2 in the Bulletin
12
Mathematics
See Section 2 in the Bulletin
3
Natural Sciences
See Section 2 in the Bulletin
7
Humanities, Literature, & Visual/Performing Arts
 
See Section 2 in the Bulletin
9
Social & Behavioral Sciences
 
See Section 2 in the Bulletin
15
Physical Education
See Section 2 in the Bulletin
2
Major Field of Study: Speech Communication
 
Students Must Take:
12
  SPCH 1315 Public Speaking
 
SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communication
  SPCH 1321 Business and Professional Speech
  SPCH 1342 Voice and Articulation
 
   
 
 
Course Descriptions   Total Hours: 60

Some four-year institutions may not accept all courses in the major field of study as part of the baccalaureate major. Students should check with the Department of Theatre and Communication, the Counseling Department, or the four-year university to which they for plan to transfer for information on transfer agreements.


All electives should be chosen in accordance with the degree requirements at the college or university to which the student will be transferring.

Students may earn the AA degree with an emphasis in Speech by either completing the entire first two years of any Speech curriculum identified in the current 2+2 agreement or by completing the degree requirements listed in the current San Antonio College Bulletin. (top of page)
"Student Eligibility"
Guidelines for Academic Eligibility for Participation in Forensics and/or Theatre

Students who paricipate in either the theatre and/or forensics program must earn a 2.0 GPA from the PREVIOUS semester. Specific guidelines also include:

1. The student must complete at least 50% of the hours they registered for in the previous semester. (Example: if a student registers for 14 hours they must complete 7 of those with a GPA of 2.0 or better before they can paritcipate in an extra-curricular activity)

2. If the student has any incompletes from the previous semester that make them fall short of 50% class hour completion, they must first complete the "I" grade BEFORE they are allowed to paricipate in any play production or forensic tournament. (Example: if a student registers for 5 three hour classes and passes 2 with a C or better and takes 3 "I's" they must complete the requirements for the classes beforee they are allowed to participate in any activity. A student promising that they will complete the course is not sufficient reason for allowing them to paritcipate)

3. If a student fails to receive a 2.0 GPA during the spring semester, they may take the classes they failed during the summer semesters. If they pass those courses they failed with a "C" or better they can be eligibile for participation in the fall semester.

 

***There are no provisions for incoming freshman students coming from high school. Transfer students are subject to the above requirements.***

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