Skip to main content

What makes someone a good speaker? Why do Americans report fearing public speaking more than they fear death? How did Barack Obama's skilled oratory influence his presidential campaign? Why are oral communication skills among the most desirable skills on the job market? This course provides an introduction to public speaking rooted in the rhetorical tradition. In addition to researching, constructing, and delivering speeches, students will learn the principles of rhetorical analysis and critique. This course counts as PCA 111 and fulfills the FYS and ARTS general education requirements.

Instructor
Erika Kissam
Semester:
Spring 2022
Course Code:
FRPG 2068
Subject:
FYP-FYS