Professional & Technical Communication, Rhetoric, B.S.

The Rhetoric Concentration trains students in the history of rhetorical theory and in rhetorical practice, with a special emphasis on using persuasion and argument in varied contexts. Collectively, the courses in this option offer students a broad background in both written and oral rhetorical practices. This option will be useful to students who intend to pursue careers that require high-level critical thinking and communication skills, such as those in law, management, and education. This option will also be useful to students who plan to enroll in graduate degree programs in technical communication.