Students will learn about the history and theories of agricultural communications, be introduced to the degree program, explore careers in the field, and examine the role of media in agricultural communications. Repeatable: up to 3 credits.

This course focuses on introducing students to creating and critiquing visual communication materials in agricultural communications by developing understanding of visual communications, graphic design, and branding principles.

Theory and practice in leadership and communication for professionals who must work effectively in leadership and supervisory roles with people in agricultural business, industry, government agencies, and education. Course focuses on contemporary leadership theories. Oral communication skills in informative and persuasive speaking, parliamentary procedure, and for small groups are developed. (2+2P) Repeatable: up to 3 credits.

This is a field-based course focused on how to students use the camera as a tool to make the rules of photography and design work for the student’s style, creativity, and goals pertaining to application of photography in agricultural communications. Students develop and disseminate a photography portfolio through a variety of communications channels. (P2P)

This course is designed to help you understand people and how to communicate with people. The key to all journalism or communications-related courses is to understand the audience well enough to know how to speak like them, to them, and to your stakeholders. The most successful communicators exhibit greatness in themselves and in their peers. Communicators cannot do their job if they do not show up with their best attitude and work ethic. Don’t let your audience down, and we will make sure you are equipped to do so. Repeatable: up to 6 credits.