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ORAL COMMUNICATION - LS - F 2016

COST1600-[ Leadership Development Program-Stillman School of Business]

COURSE SYLLABUS ["front loaded style"]

updated 12/11/16

DR. E. PLUMMER ---------- College of Communication and The Arts

{office: FH-51} / {mailbox: FH-45} / {voicemail: 973-275-2791} /

{e-mail: evelyn.plummer@shu.edu /or/ plummeev@shu.edu } /

{professor's web page: http://pirate.shu.edu/~plummeev }

REQUIRED TEXT: Communicate! (15th edition/MindTap Learning system: any format) - Verderber, et al.

Connect toMindTap via link within Blackboard . If necessary, course key for PlummerF16 = MTPQQXWPX6H7

Follow the prompts to register your MindTap course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: (from University Bulletin) A broad study of the speaking and listening experience. Students perform and evaluate their skills. Voice and articulation and the organization and presentation of ideas are covered.

ABOUT THIS LEADERSHIP STUDIES VERSION OF THE COURSE…

Oral Communication is a "Core" course, required for all majors in your department. However, this particular section is aligned with a special program: the Business School's Leadership Institute. Also, from 9/95-5/98, the leadership students were "the control group" for the University's Mobile Computing Pilot Project. Overall, the primary content and activities of this course are the same as for all Oral Communication students; however, the references, examples, projects, and topics used in this class will emphasize concepts of leadership and mobile communication capabilities such as would be found in professional contexts, including:

Email technique (clarity, etiquette & efficiency)	Group Editing of Speech Outlines [WIKIs]
Word Processing/Printing of ALL hardcopy submitted work	Assignments posted via Professor's web page (& some backup listings on Blackboard)
Presentation Graphics [Powerpoint, etc]	Ability to assess credibility & validity in online sources and research.
Submission & Annotation of certain assignments {e.g. preliminary Speech Outlines/Analysis Papers}	tentative: Intraclass, discussion boards (via Blackboard)

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES FOR "Leadership" ORAL COMM: (coordinated with School of Business Competencies )

1. to increase skills in communication areas particularly relevant to leadership effectiveness: e.g. audience-centeredness , clear organization , active listening , nonverbal awareness , interaction dynamics

2. to better understand the ways that various communication technologies can affect communication practices:

e.g. media richness theory vis-a-vis message structure & semantics, group interaction, communication flow

3. to improve abilities in organizing and presenting material --- in presentational & interpersonal contexts

4. to develop greater ease and confidence in all types of oral situations

5. to improve skills of voice and diction {e.g. clearer articulation , meaningful vocal variety }

6. to become aware of strengthening on communication skills throughout a lifetime (building toward knowledge, competence, & adaptability)

7. To engage in structured teamwork (working with others in teams & groups)

8. Also refer to the document: "Oral Communication: Course Rationale & FAQ's " .

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

1. On-time submission of written course assignments: via email or hardcopy, as specified

2. On-time completion of all presentations and speeches (including submission of hardcopy

outlines for each Major presentation)

3. Understanding and application of the material covered in the text & online tutorials

4. Regular attendance and participation in class {no more than 3 hrs of absence/ 3 tardies = 1 absence}

An absence will only be considered "excused" if it is accompanied by appropriate documentation (e.g. medical note, court papers, Dean's verification, etc)

5. Completion of “outside” reading/research/observational assignments, as assigned

        6. Use of audio recording AND videorecording of most presentations (formats to be specified) e.g. personal digital recorder /miniDV)

        7. Testing/Assessment: via Quizzes (3-4; announced; online via Blackboard
                                               Midterm Exam (written, in class)
                                               "The Final" (written + oral, in class)

8. Extra Credit Attendance & brief reaction paper for one performance of a Theater-in-the-Round/SHU Theatre production ( 2 productions this semester.) Click for additional information: T-I-T-R/Arts Council page is updated

ADDITIONAL NOTES

** Several studies have indicated that using electronic devices in contexts which require careful listening actually is counterproductive. You may also be interested in reading about: Computer Distraction Research. To help you be a better listener/student:

- In-class usage of computers/devices will be restricted to class relevant applications only {i.e. no IM, no email, no chat, restricted notetaking , etc.}.

- Similarly, there is a no-electronic-distractions-policy for this class {e.g. no cell phone usage/no audible pagers or alarms/no texting, etc.}

**Also…BE AWARE OF ASSIGNMENTS’ DATES AND DEADLINES; there will be little or no opportunity for make up work.

EVALUATION PROCEDURES:

Students will be evaluated in consideration of their growth in, and mastery of, public and interpersonal communication skills. Quality and comprehensiveness are additional factors in the evaluation of class performance.

ATTENDANCE AFFECTS GRADE. (In general, the semester grade will be lowered one denomination in proportion to the number of additional absences beyond the course limit.)

GRADE COMPUTATION:	Major Oral Presentations (incl. revised, h.c. outlines) [more weight on presentations later in the semester]	40%
	Group Discussion Presentation & project submissions [topic disc.]	5%
	Classwork (incl. attendance, participation, homework, Blackboard activities, MindTap activities)	15%
	Online Quizzes	10%
	Midterm Exam	15%
	"The Final" (all parts: oral + written)	15%

i.e. roughly 55% for "oral work" & 45% for "written" work

* Department of Communication: Policy on Academic Honesty

* Explanation of my Criteria used for assigning Letter Grades

* SHU Disability Statement

Understanding the COURSE CALENDAR - (some guidelines for usage)

~ The Course Calendar Table/Grid below contains the PRIMARY guidance for navigating the information, activities & assignments in this course. Course content itself may be located in a variety of places ( e.g. Blackboard, Communicate!-MindTap, or external links). This course calendar should be used as the user manual for the course. Because it is a calendar, the units & assignments are listed CHRONOLOGICALLY, in sequential rows--not by category. This enables you to see how the item functions within the context of the units being studied. This online version of this calendar grid will contain links to other locations [such as Blackboard] which you will need in order to access certain Activities/Quizzes/Slide Shows/Tutorials. However, please be aware that the professor�s webpage contains your COURSE SYLLABUS + COURSE CALENDAR which are the PRIMARY informational tools for this course. LOOK THERE FIRST. ~

<A> Oral Communication is a participatory course, relying on various forms of oral interaction and classroom activities. Any computer applications are used as supplements--NOT replacements of face-to-face learning contexts. The course calendar below indicates the planned SUBJECT AREAS , SPEAKING ACTIVITIES , ASSIGNMENT TOPICS , & READINGS IN THE TEXT. Additional items will be added as the semester progresses. Some materials are located directly in the MindTap site but many items are to be found elsewhere.

<B> Unless otherwise noted, the reading and speaking assignments are listed in the calendar grid in the row for the day that they are DUE. Read details carefully. Some assignments are to be emailed [+] ; some are to be submitted in hardcopy [4]; some are to be used in class via a file created on your computer [:], and some will be completed orally as classwork. Often, assignments' details will be clarified in class; however, it is the student�s responsibility to anticipate, to note any "posted" updates {done via e-mail or web page}, and to be prepared.

<C> Basic (Professional) Email Etiquette :

* Use a relevant subject Line: The SUBJECT LINE should be appropriate & indicative--otherwise it might be overlooked. [As general professional practice, email is prioritized, opened & answered according to the subject line.] Therefore, any email you send to me should clearly indicate your NAME (not just user ID), your COURSE SECTION, and the EXACT ASSIGNMENT TITLE (or your reason for emailing.]

* Include something in the actual memo: When sending an email with an attachment , you should NEVER leave the body of the email blank. The body of such an email should mention the content/title of the attached item(s) and the "signature" of the sender. [Similarly, you would never mail a resume without including a cover letter.]

--N.B. Occasionally you may encounter software compatibility problems with attachments. Work-around strategies include: (1) save the document as "HTML" , "RTF" or "text" before attaching & sending it. (2) For brief items try including the document within the body of the email itself.

<D> All speaking activities are indicated with a box border. Of these, the MAJOR presentations are indicated by capitals. Note: each MAJOR oral presentation will require the submission of:

(1) a preliminary analysis paper /or/ outline [to the instructor - via email]

(2) a final, revised analysis paper /or/ outline [to the instructor - via a "hard copy"] including bibliography, when required

(3) the use of presentation delivery notes/outline [for the speaker].

<E> The "Presentation Schedule" Procedure: Slots for the MAJOR presentations are specified in advance via the online posting of a Presentation Schedule.This schedule will list the assigned dates for speakers, evaluators, and recorder operators/technical assistants. It will be "published" at least one day before the presentations begin--linked to your course calendar as well as via a shortcut on the Professor's main web page. Whenever possible, a copy also will be posted on the Professor's office door. Consequently, students always are expected to be prepared to speak on their assigned date -- NO EXCEPTIONS.

** Any missed major presentations will default to a: DURING-FINALS-WEEK / BRING-YOUR-OWN-AUDIENCE/ APPOINTMENT-ONLY procedure . Consequently, the opportunity to make up such missed presentations is not guaranteed.**

<F> About using Internet source citations: Grade points will be deducted if bibliographies are not formatted correctly-i.e. according to a specific style sheet such as APA, MLA, etc. Also, please note that when referring to material from an electronic source ( use credible ones ONLY) , your written source citations/bibliography, must list at least at the very least these 4 items: [1] URL, [2] the Title of the particular Webpage you used, [3] the Date that you accessed the page & [4] (if available) the last date that the page itself was updated. NOTE: A URL BY ITSELF IS INSUFFICIENT & points will be deducted! It is also recommended that you refer to the guidelines in the Department of Communication's Policy on Academic Honesty .

NEED TO SYNC W. H.C. new edition pp

LS - COURSE CALENDAR [ day-by-day]

Updates & links will be added as the semester progresses / Stay Tuned!

DATE F16

MW: 12:30-1:45

UNIT

ASSIGNMENTS & READINGS that are DUE on this date 14ed

M 8/29

Intro to Course; Interview Session

W 8/31

Interview speech (Q) speech-of-introduction [= p.20:14e]

- Overviews: Communication vs Communications vs Oral Communication vs Effective Oral Communication? [i.e. Introduction to Comm. Principles & Theory]

MINDTAP REGISTRATION SESSION

► Interview Speech - ready for delivery [approx 1 min long]

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►optional email submission: [+] L.S.-"T.V.Watching Comments"; Complete the viewing assignment: Analyzing: Effective & Ineffective TV Communicators [click link for assignment sheet] [can submit ASAP - but due no later than Tues 9/6 -4:00pm]

& be sure to use the specified assignment title for your e-mail subject line

► MT:
_ We will register during class session. Bring your computer.

M 9/5

NO CLASSES - Labor Day

[Add/Drop ends 9/6]

W 9/7

Complete the "1 minute Speeches Of Introduction"

- Slide Show Overview: Communication Theory: Principles & Perspectives

- Overview: Communication Apprehension (it's a GOOD thing!)

- Overview: Breathing & Relaxation

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►Chap 1 & "Communication Improvement Plans" ( see MT below)

►pp. 310-313 within Ch 15 [PubSpk apprehension] <14ed=352-355>

►Review misc. "Communication Process" overviews archived within Blackboard

► MT

__Three items to be viewed/completed prior to today's class:

(1) for submission for "Classwork" points: MT:Chap1/QUIZ

(2)View the Comm Process Tutorial interactive animation model [also linked within online chapter{ http://pirate.shu.edu/~yatesdan/Tutorial.htm }

(3) _ Chap1: Several TBDIC items are highlighted within the Chapter readings. See Post-its/highlights

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optional: complete "VOTE" (Getting Started/Fdtns of Comm) / online submission is helpful for TBDIC.

M 9/12

Show & Tell (Q)

- Continue overviews as necessary: Communication Theory/Apprehension-Relaxation

►Show &Tell talk - ready for delivery [approx. 2 min. long]; also, Bring a personal audiorecording device

► Skim Chap 2 [perception] (see MT below) Pay special attention to the segments on "Perception of others & PERCEPTION CHECKING" (pp. 37-38/MT2.5)

►Complete "Communication Skill/Skill Building: Perception Checking" / see pp.44 {13 ed= p.42-4]. Nothing to submit. Be prepared to discuss in class, if there is time

► MT
__(1) for submission for "Classwork" points: MT:Chap2/QUIZ {Due by noon/ before today's class.}

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optional : complete "VOTE" (Getting Started/Perception of Self & Others) / online submission is helpful for TBDIC.

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__ Skip ahead to Chap15: "READ" { Apprehension} Read asap.

W 9/14
abbreviated session: 1-1:45

classes canceled 12-1{Mass of the Holy Spirit}

Show & Tell (Q) remaining if nec.

In class: Vocal Exercises & Slide Show: Your Voice & how to use it: Intro to Vocal Effectiveness

Use your out-of-class time to prepare for remaining Vocal Workshop unit:

1. Via Blackboard, view the rest of the SlideShow. Using a personal recording device, record yourself reading aloud the "Grip-Top-Sock" vocal exercise. ( document linked in in column to the right)

3. Complete & email the First General Self Assessment assignment {details are listed & linked in column to the right}

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► pp. 313-323 within Ch15 {14ed=356-357 & 362-365 //13 ed = Ch 14 (pp. 336-340) NOTE - Review all of the delivery tips in Chap 15 each time you prepare for a presentation

► email submission: [+] LS: My First General Self Assessment: including specific reference to your 2 voice recordings: Show&Tell & Grip-Top-Sock. Submission Contents = 3 paragraphs: 1 = evaluation of your current effectiveness as a speaker, and 2 = your current effectiveness as a listener, and 3 = a voice self assessment using the criteria from Chap 15 {14}+ any class notes + slide show and 4= your answer to figure 1.4 in MindTap-Chap. 1{in sect.1-5b or p.19} [ due by Friday 9/16/16- by 5:00pm] & be sure to use the specific assignment title for your e-mail subject line

► MT

_Two items are for completion &/or submission:

__ See Digital Appendix. Complete PRCA-24 for 5 extra-credit points. Due n.l.t. 9/27-11:59pm

__ View the Communication Apprehension Slide Show in Blackboard folder. Any personal insights you gained can be applied to our FGSA email submission.

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optional : complete MT: Chap 15: "VOTE" (Getting Started with Delivery) / Online submission is helpful for TBDIC & self awareness.

M 9/19

to be inserted if possible: Children's story telling- (Q)

Continue Overviews as necessary:

- Practicing Perception Checking

- Your Voice & how to use it: Intro to vocal effectiveness;

- Maximizing your vocal & physical technique; -Vocal Exercises--{the sounds you make}

- Relaxation & channeling apprehension

if necessary, Complete Show & Tell talks

<< Oral Interp. presentation preview>>

► TENTATIVE Prepare for a story telling session {= be prepared to add a 1 min. original, impromptu segment to an ongoing, improvised storytelling exercise to a (hypothetical) 5-yr-old audience}

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► Bring a flexible voice & a good imagination! You can bring props & use gestures

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►► Via YouTube, view any 2 clips on Koko

brief overview:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNuZ4OE6vCk

full documentary:: (search for PBS/Nature/2016docu | or best alternative

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Consider the dynamics of Verbal Communication. What are at least 2 ways that you (a human) and Koko (a gorilla) are similar in the use of language/ verbal communication.

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► Forum Submission: [+] �Verbal Coding Overlaps� Post your 1-2 item response to the designated online Forum Available via Blackboard only . [due by 9/21/16-noon]

Post your items to the DISCUSSION FORUM document in Blackboard. Also look over what your classmates have written. ( "Lessons from Koko").

► MT
__If applicable, Re-review both PRCA items in DIGITAL APPENDIX

Required Submission due dates: interim summary- 1st Quarter [ NOT incl. MindTap exercises]

Weds9/21_noon = Posting to Lessons from Koko
Weds 9/21_class = Language Workshop Clipping
n.l.t. Fri 9/23_5pm/ = Oral Interp Presentation's PRELIM ANALYSIS PAPER
Weds 9/28[orig=Fri 9/23]_11:59pm = Blackboard Checkup Online Quiz1

W 9/21

- Language Workshop I:

How Coding Systems make Meaning (aka Language); If Koko can do it so can you + Language dynamics in the world around us

- if nec.: Relaxation, cont.

►Bring in example clippings {h.c. or Internet}of your specifically assigned Language Techniques --see assignment sheet for specifications: "Language Workshop Assignment" [click link for assignment sheet] You MUST know the contextual & placement info. for the selection you bring in.

►Chapters 4 & 14 (Verbal Messages& Language) (see MT below)
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► [+]: Remember to submit your 1-2 insights about the Verbal-Coding-Overlaps to the online Lessons from Koko WIKIdoc. Available via Blackboard only
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► Get a head start on email submission: [+]"LS- Oral Interp. Preliminary Analysis": Submit a preliminary Analysis Paper for your upcoming presentation {specifications are listed in this linked document: Oral Interp Presentation Assignment Sheet [ due no later than Fri, 9/23/16 -5:00pm]

& be sure to use the specific assignment title for your e-mail subject line

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►>>Online Checkup Quiz #1 due Friday<<

Accessible only via folder in BLACKBOARD / Quiz available: 9/25 - 9/28 [orig=9/20-9/23]11:59

► MT
(1) for submission for "Classwork" points: MT:Chap4/QUIZ {Due by noon/ before today's class.}
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        M 9/26


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-Language Workshop II: Using audience-centered language &/or Language-as-culture

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►Bring in Laptops for in-class activities: "Targeting your Audience & Tailoring your Language: strategies for eloquence & appropriateness". (see MT below)

► Skim Chap 3 & review "Diverse Voices within Chap4

►reminder[+]"LS- Oral Interp. Preliminary Analysis" via e-mail [due no later than Fri 9/25)-5:00pm. Preferably earlier.

► MT

_(1) optional : complete MT: Chap 4 "VOTE" (Getting Started with Verbal Messages) / Online submission is helpful for TBDIC & self awareness.
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W 9/28

MAJOR PRESENTATION #1{Oral Interp} making the written word speak [manuscript rdg]

► [4] O.I. presentation & Analysis Paper-ready for delivery & submission / according to assigned specifications [see link at left]

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► Bring: personal recording device

► Review general rehearsal tips: pp. 323-329 & apply all relevant presentation guidelines for "scripted" presentations] <pp. 14ed=369-372 //{13 e = pp. 346-351}

► ►see: Oral Interp. Presentation Schedule page to be finalized n.l.t 9/26-2:30pm(names already added)

► MT
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M 10/3

MAJOR PRESENTATION #1 cont { "   "   }

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- begin Slide Show Preview: "Organizing Oral Messages";
(Incl.: Choosing & Limiting Topics // Basic Speech Org)

- if necessary, Complete Language Workshop

► MT

_optional : complete MT: Chap 11: "VOTE" (Getting Started with Delivery) / Online submission is helpful for TBDIC & self awareness.

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W 10/5

- Workshop:"Organizing Oral Messages" ; (Incl. Styles & Techniques of Delivery , "Instant Composite Speeches")
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► [:]Brainstorming prep. - via computer but for classroom use. Complete: Brainstorm/ Concept Map for Topics:1-a.b.c. [In hard copy versions = Action Step 1.a on bottom of p.218 {14 e = p250} ]In online MndTp = NOTE: Despite textbook's directions, you actually only need to devise at least 4 items per each of the 3 columns] see below for location of the MindTap version of this

* be sure document is saved on your local drive.

► Chapters 11 & 12, [& see MT below] if time skim pp.332-3 within Chap14. {13 e = Ch 13}

►>>Online CkupQuiz #2 due Friday<<

Accessible only via BLACKBOARD / Quiz available RESCHED.>10/14-10/16:11:59pm orig:10/4- 10/7

► MT

_ (1) for submission for "Classwork" points: MT:Chap11/QUIZ {Due by noon/ before today's class.} ]

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_Two items for completion to be incorporated within class activities:

_ (1) {Chap11/ Complete Action Step 1.A { = brainstorming: 1.abc]} & bring to class} { this item is within the chapter itself as well as in the "PREPARE your Informative Speech:" folder in Chapter 16 }

_ (2) {Chap16: Refer to the guidelines in "Prepare your Informative Speech Outline".} Your preliminary outline-in-progress will be evaluated during in-class workshop. Specific Due date & submission details are tbd based on workshop's ongoing progress.

10/10 & 10/11 Fall Break

NO CLASSES - Mon = [Columbus Day]

W 10/12

- Org. Workshop, cont: "Organizing Oral Messages"; (Incl. Styles & Techniques of Delivery , "Instant Composite Speeches")

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- Intro. to Informative Speaking: Formats & Techniques

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if time, Review of standard outlining technique

► [:] via computer - but for classroom use: your "Outline-In-Progress" : For today, you should have your revised thesis statement completed & ready for review [also see MT below]

►Chapters 14 & 16; review Chap 12 {13 e = 13&14; rev Ch 12}

► email submission: [+]"LS- Preliminary Informative Outline" . This submission is ONLY for people whose prelim. outline was not approved (with Professor's initials) during the in-class workshop. If it wasn't, then submit a presentation outline accd'g to the Informative Presentation assignment sheet [click link for assignment sheet] [dueasap but no later than Fri. 10/14 by 5:00pm]
& be sure to use the specific title for your e-mail subject line

► MT

__ (1) for TBDIC: See Chap16 items: "VOTE" & View & review questions for linked video speech   ["Understanding Hurricanes"]. Link should be visible in the "Unit View" - complete by noon/ before today's class.}

__(2) Within Chap12, several items are recommended for review as " how-to" guidelines for your own use. [& also may be specifically assigned later in the semester, as needed.]

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__Two items are for submission:

_(1) for "Classwork" points: For online submission: "Chap12-"VOTE" (Getting Started with Organizing Your Speech) due asap

_(2) for "Generic BlkBrd Quiz" points: For online submission: "Chap12/QUIZ {Due by noon/ before today's class.}

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__One additional item is for TENTATIVE submission: [tbd/ prob. Chap 14 Quiz]

►also see: Informative Speech Presentation Schedule page to be finalized n.l.t. 10/14

M 10/17

MAJOR PRESENTATION #2 {Informative} [extemporaneous]

►[4] 4-5 min. Extemp. Presentation (via notes) & Outline ready for delivery & submission acc'dg to assigned specifications [see link at left]. (also review Chaps 11 through 16 {13 e = 12 & 14 & 15}); Bring personal audiorecording device

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►EXTRA CREDIT: THEATER-IN-THE-ROUND/SHU Theater: The Learned Ladies by Moliere: in the Theatre-in-the-Round on Oct. 20, 21, 22 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 23, at 2 p.m.

Extra credit, follow-up submission: after you see the play, send me a 1/2 - 1 page email commentary evaluating the "Communicator COMPETENCE skills " [as we have defined the term in this class] that are present (or needed). You are not reviewing the performance of the actor or actress, you are evaluating the character's behavior.

► MT
__/Chap16: several items (recommended, but optional) are listed on the Informative Speech Assignment page [ linked to the left] . For example, it is HIGHLY recommended you make use of the step-by-step templates within the Chapter 16 folder entitled "Your Informative Speech"

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W 10/19

no formal in-CLASS MTG //

TENTATIVE: Groups can Work independently

- Midterm Exam - done out-of-class / submit via Blackboard & MindTap including these advance questions--

I. Create 3 hypothetical examples of Citations ["Oral Footnotes"] - see descriptions & examples on p.237-fig11.8 (14ed=p.272) / MindTap = Figure 11.8 {located within the chapter} Submit as part of Exam posted in Blackboard {

II. Chap11: "Applying what you've Learned" ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES: p.240-241 / MindTap = {located at end of Chapter's Reflection & Assessment}Select question 2 or 3 or 4. Submit as part of Exam posted in Blackboard {

III. Chap 4: "Applying what you've Learned": SKILL-BUILDING ACTIVITIES p.79 / MindTap = {located at end of Chapter's Reflection & Assessment}Complete any 3 of the sentences in #1 AND any 3 sentences in #2. Submit as part of Exam posted in Blackboard {

IV. Chap 13: "QUIZ" Submit directly through MindTap

V. Chap 15 "QUIZ" Submit directly through MindTap

VI. Speech Evaluation : "The Role of Sports in Society" Submit directly through MindTap

VII. optional: "Sneak Peek" - Review the transcript of the narrative Speech "Ice Cream Assassin." (12 minute clip) currently posted in MindTap for week 8

extra credit:VIII : Follow the listed directions

A= "Controlling Nervousness"- p.340 (14ed=p384) {in MndTap = Chap15 "Applying what you've learned: ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES"-- ques 2 Submit as part of Blackboard Exam

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In a little more than one week, each group must submit their "Two Lists". You may want to use get a head start on this process today.

. Each group should conduct a FACE-TO-FACE meeting to accomplish 2 tasks: create a list of codes-of-conduct ( at least 5 items) + a list of potential presentation topics ( at least 4).

TENTATIVE: Email these lists to your professor no later than Sun 10/30/16- 9pm

15e

► [4] *** Headstart: The first three of these Midterm questions listed at left can be worked on in advance.

Items I, II, III, are due for online submission through an online exam to be posted in Blackboard on 10/19 (12noon - 3pm)

Items IV & V & VI are due for online submission directly through the MindTap portal 10/19 - 12pm - 6pm)

Items VII is for a sneak peek. The actual questions will be on the BLACKBOARD exam

Items VIII is optional. (extra 0-5 points)If completed, it should be submitted as part of the online exam to be posted in Blackboard on 10/19 (12noon - 3pm)
►See the Exam Preview page linked at the left for other details about the Midterm

► Also be sure to read in advance: the LS GROUP PRESENTATION ACTIVITIES [click link for assignment sheet] ongoing updates

Required Submission due dates: interim summary- 2nd Quarter [ NOT incl. MindTap exercises]

Weds9/28 & Mon10/3 =Oral Interp FINAL ANALYSIS PAPER/ hard copy: due on YOUR presentation date
Weds 10/5_class = Brainstorming (3 columns) / hard copy or computer document

(Thurs 10/13_5pm = Informative Presentation's PRELIM OUTLINE / email -selected people only)
Weds 10/12_class = Outline-In-Progress (tbd) / hard copy or computer document
Mon 10/17 & 10/24_class = Informative Speech FINAL Outline / hard copy: due -YOUR presentation date
n.l.t. Sun 10/16_11:59pm [orig=Fri 10/7] =Blackboard Checkup Online Quiz2

UPDATE Weds 10/19_2 deadlines: 3pm & 6pm = Submission of At-Home Midterm (via Blackboard & via MindTap). Both portions will be available online 10/19

              M 10/24

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MAJOR PRESENTATION #2 cont { " " }

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► email submission: [+] "LS-Speech Self Critique#1"
Submit Self Critique on Informative Pres = 2 paragraphs [click link for assignment sheet] [due no later than one week after presentation] & be sure to use the specific title for your e-mail subject line

► MT

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W 10/26

Intro. to Listening - (via Listening Test);(Steps in the process) (if time, exercises in skills building)

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- tent: TALES FROM THE CONFERENCE: Tips on Business/Professional Communication

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►Chapter 6

► email submission: [+] "LS-Our Group's Two Lists Submit a document containing your group's 5 "Codes-of-Conduct" and your 4 brainstormed, potential topics. [ Due by Sun 10/30 - 9pm ]

► MT

_ (1) for TBDIC: See Chap6 items: "VOTE"

M 10/31

- Listening - part II (via Listening Quiz) (discuss worst habits,

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- Listening - part III (Critical Listening, Interactive Listening activities)

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if time, continue: Working-in-Groups Unit

►TENTATIVE ACTIVITY: Be aware of today's Interactive Listening activity (the Art of the Paraphrase} procedure [click link for assignment sheet]

► Chapters 6 & 7 & 8 & skim 9 {13 e = 5,6,7,skim 8}

► MT

_(1) tba :Chap6: either QUIZ or VIDEO

W 11/2

18

- Slide Show Overview: Communicating Face-to-Face" / "The Least you should know about Interpersonal Communication" (Intro to Interpersonal & Group Communication);Self Disclosure; Interpersonal Comm. Dynamics

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if time: Intro to Group Comm.; Types of Group Discussions/ Presentations

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1. Carefully read the LS GROUP PRESENTATION ACTIVITIES document. Printing out & highlighting are recommended [click link for assignment sheet] ongoing updates

2. Each group should conduct a FACE-TO-FACE meeting to accomplish 2 tasks: create a list of codes-of-conduct ( at least 5 items) + a list of potential presentation topics ( at least 4). Email these lists to your professor no later than Sun 10/30/16- 9pm

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► Chapters 9 & 10 {also 14ed}; Skim Chap 17 for the basics about Persuasion {also 14ed )

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► Also be sure to re-read : the LS GROUP PRESENTATION ACTIVITIES [click link for assignment sheet]

► tentative: 4Johari window activity

► MT

_ (1) for TBDIC: See Unit 2 "Introduction" (Relationship Communication)

_(2) tba

M 11/7

"Split session" - sign in first

MAJOR PRESENTATION #3 {"Combo"} [manu + extemp]__s

PLUS Groups-meet-&-plan: prepare preliminary Agenda/Outline -due via email ASAP-no later than Mon 11/14/16 - 5:00 pm. Also, you can email me your questions/problems & I will attempt to reply before your next group meeting

►[4] 3 min. Combination Presentation & Outline - ready for delivery & submission. [see link at left for detailed assignment sheet. Refer to all applicable chapters

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► Recommended: bring your personal recording device as backup
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tba

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"The Combo" Presentation Schedule-

► MT
_tba

W 11/9

"Split session" - sign in first

MAJOR PRESENTATION #3 cont, { " " } __'s

PLUS Groups-meet-&-plan):Also, you can email me your questions/problems & I will try to reply before your next group meeting

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► email submission:[+] "LS-Video Self Critique" [due no later than one week after your presentation] Complete the Video Self Critique based on Pres. #3 . Use this designated form which is accessible via this webpage link [& a shortcut on the main webpage]. Use the copy & paste function to create your document for reply. [click link for assignment sheet]
& be sure to use the specific assignment title for your email subject line

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► email submission:[+]"LS-Grp(#__) - Preliminary Agenda/Outline document ONE A/O per group. [click link for worksheet] Use the copy & paste function to create your reply document. Due asap/no later than Mon 11/14/16-5:00pm/ This group presentation planner should also list > current bibliography / > plans for "visual" aids /
> plans for physical setup. & be sure to use the specific assignment title for your email subject line

► MT
_tba

M 11/14

"Split session" - sign in first

MAJOR PRESENTATION #3 cont { " " } ___'s

PLUS (Grps-meet-&-finalize plans) Also, You can email me your questions/problems & I will try to reply before your next group meeting

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► ALSO view Slide Show: "The Art of Persuasion" accessible via Blackboard

► email submission:[+]: ► Begin reserving Topics for Persuasive Presentations --click for list of sample topics

► MT
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W 11/16

REGULAR CLASS MEETINGS RESUME

- Groups meet as necessary. Finalize presentation details & sequencing & conduct a "dry run"

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- Overview: the Art of Persuasion in Oral Communication

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- Overview:-Studying Nonverbal Communication the Experiential Way

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<<Continue reserving Topics for Persuasive Presentations - via email and/or your PPSAP submission>>

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►{assignment of NV experiment{oral reports ready for delivery on Mon 11/28

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► Re-Review Slide Show: "The Art of Persuasion" accessible via Blackboard

► review Chapters 9 & 17 {13 ed = Ch 9& 16}

► Get a head start on email submission:[+] "LS-PPSAP" Prepare & submit your Preliminary Persuasive Speech Adaptation Plan [a.k.a Adaptation Plan] [due by Sun 11/27 -4:00pm--but absolutely no later than 11/29 ] (earlier submission is GREATLY recommended) (click for more information. Note: This is NOT the same as a speech outline)

Use p.435 ( variations exist in other editions). Complete bulleted items 1-5 within the "Sample Speech Plan and Outline" section

& be sure to use the specific assignment title for your e-mail subject line

► MT
_view 2 Videos "Recognizing Nonverbal Cues" & "Teamwork: Bill's Bad Attitude"
SUBMIT your answer as follows [ also be prepared for TBDIC] :
members of GROUP1 = Recognizing NV Cues >> first question
members of GROUP2 = Recognizing NV Cues>>second question
members of GROUP3 = Recognizing NV Cues >>third question
members of GROUP4 = Teamwork: Bill's Bad Attitude>>second question

    M 11/21

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GROUP PRESENTATIONS(all 4)

1 - 1 -

► >>Online Quiz #3 due by Saturday<<

click to go to the BLACKBOARD log in page/Quiz available: tentatively 11/22-11/26

11/23-11/27

*Thanksgiving Break* - NO CLASSES

Click for a list of topics that are already taken: ]
Persuasive Topic Signup ongoing updates /incl past topics list

►reminder: LS-PPSAP DUE 11/27 but no later than Tues 11/29: [LS-PPSAP] via e-mail: Prepare & submit your Preliminary Persuasive Speech Adaptation Plan [click link for details] earlier submission recommended

►Also read the GENERAL PERSUASION GUIDELINES READ!

► MT
See Week 13/Chap17 for 2 preparatory items: (1) START: Persuasive Speaking[ submit for homework points (2) "PREPARE your Persuasive Speech Outline for guidelines on how to select a suitable topic.

Required Submission due dates: interim summary- 3rd Quarter [ NOT incl. MindTap exercises]

One week after YOUR Informative Presentation = Self Critique #1/ email
Sun 10/30_9pm = One-per-grp: "Our Two Lists" / email
One week after YOUR Combo Presentation = Video Self Critique / email

n.l.t.Mon11/14_5pm = One-per-grp: "Preliminary Agenda/Outline"/ email
11/7 & 11/9 & 11/14 = Combo FINAL OUTLINE/ hard copy: due on YOUR presentation date
due Sun11/27_4pm [but n.l.t.11/29] = "PPSAP"/ email

beg. Mon11/14/ = Submit Persuasive Topic choice/ email
Mon11/21 = One-per-grp: FINAL AGENDA/OUTLINE/ hardcopy

M 11/28

- Slide Show & Workshop: Nonverbal Communication & Skills (Via your experiments' results) Overview of the "silent language" that everyone listens to

► Results of NV experiments - Be prepared for your mini-presentation on your experiments results - 2 minutes per person)

►Chapter 5

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EXTRA CREDIT:[+] "LS - Group Reaction Journal" ( see the Group Disc/Pres assignment page clink link for details ) {e-mail ASAP no later than Weds 12/7 at 5:00pm}

► MT
see week 10/chapter 5: 3items for completion (1) "START"-view video (2) START:"How do nonverbal messages affect the way..."
(3) "PRACTICE" - Describing nonverbal behaviors: TBDIC

W 11/30

- if necessary, Continue debrief of experimental findings: Nonverbal Communication

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Review Persuasion1 via Persuasion Immersion: Influencing Others through words & strategy (Gallery of Ads)

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if time, Persuasion2 cont. via Language Workshop III: Language as LOGOS+ETHOS+PATHOS & Persuasion in Action

►Bring in a "Persuasive Ad" {h.c. or via Internet}

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EXTRA CREDIT: [+] "LS-Chap 17 Outline": Complete & submit an outline of Ch 17 {13 ed = Ch 16}] {via e-mail due by Fri 12/2- 5:00pm} & be sure to use the specific assignment title for your e-mail subject line

► MT

_see week 13/chapter 17: 2 items for completion (1) DO: View Interactive Video & Complete/Submit the 4 Questions ("...Cyberbullying")

M 12/5

MAJOR PRESENTATION #4 {Persuasive} [Extemporaneous](7-8spkrs)

►[4] ___min. Capstone Presentation & Outline - ready for delivery & submission. Review all Chapters to prepare this extemporaneous, 6-8 minute presentation w/ a [hardcopy] outline & notes

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►see: Persuasive Presentation Schedule-page updated by 12/2-11am

► MT
__see week 12/chapter 17: ____ item for submission: DO: Quiz

W 12/7

MAJOR PRESENTATION #4 { " " } (_7-8_)

►>>Online Quiz #4 due tba<<

click to go to the BLACKBOARD log in page/Quiz available: tentative: 12/18 12/20mdn

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►[ EXTRA CREDIT>THEATER-IN-THE-ROUND/SHU Theatre - last performances this semester! It's a Wonderful Life -radio play Theatre-in-the-Round: December 8-10 at 8 p.m. and December 11 at 2 p.m.

: follow up submission = 1 emailed page in which you discuss how the play's characters communicated via NONVERBAL channels ( especially clothing & appearance -- to each other & to the audience -- about who they were & what they were thinking. DUE by tba__

► MT
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M 12/12

MAJOR PRESENTATION #4 {" "} (_3-4__)

►[ EXTRA CREDIT> [[+] "LS--Final [cumulative] Self Critique"[click link for assignment sheet] via e-mail - due 12/19 by 4:00pm} If you have not yet (or have only just) done your final presentation, you should arrange for another submission date with your professor & be sure to use the specific title for your e-mail subject line

Submission due dates: interim summary- 4th Quarter [ NOT incl. MindTap exercises]

Mon11/28_class = "Nonverbal "Experiment" results/ Oral
n.l.t. Sat11/2611:59pm =Blackboard Checkup Online Quiz3
Weds 11/30_class = Persuasive Ad - IN CONTEXT!

12/5 & 12/7 & 12/12 = Persuasive FINAL OUTLINE/ hard copy: due on YOUR presentation date
(n.l.t. TBA11:59pm =Blackboard Checkup Online Quiz4)
Mon 12/12 _ email = Optional Group REACTION JOURNAL

Exam Session = M12/19 @ 12:20-2:20 in the usual classroom

the "Final" [= written Test + Impromptu Speech]

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KEY:
(Q) = a short, less formal talk--usually prepared in advance, but no submitted outline is required

[4] = a written assignment, w/ Printed, HARDCOPY to be submitted in class on that date. Also symbolized as h.c.

[: ] = a written assignment --prepared on advance & brought to class as a file on your Laptop to be used in an in-class activity

[ +] ] = a written assignment to be E-MAILED with the specified subject line by the indicated date & time

****** = printed-out, completed-in-ADVANCE questions for Midterm. Hardcopy to be submitted in class on exam day, as part of the total exam. page to be updatedadditional updates possible through 12/15/16

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SUMMARY OF PRESENTATIONS:
     Speech-of-Introduction {Q}( due________)
     Show & Tell {Q} (due____________)
     Story Telling {Q} ((due____________)
'    Oral Interpretation/Corner Office * (due____________)
     Informative Speech * (due____________)
     Combo Presentation * (due____________)
     Group Presentation *(due____________)
     Persuasive Presentation * (due____________)

SUMMARY OF EMAILED ASSIGNMENTS (by subject line titles) [ NOT incl. MindTap exercises]
     LS - "T.V.Watching Comments" {optional} (due________)
   LS - "My First General Self Assessment" (due________)
"Lessons from Koko" {posting in Blackboard Forum} (due________)
   LS - "Oral Interp Preliminary Analysis" (due________)
   LS - "Preliminary Informative Outline {if not already initialed in class"} (due________)"
   LS - "Speech Self Critique #1 (due________)
   LS - "Our Group's Two Lists {1 per grp} (due________)
    LS - "Video Self Critique {tent.: optional} (due________)
     LS - "Grp ___ Prelim Agenda/Outline {1 per grp} (due________)
     "Topic Choice for Persuasive Presentation"
     LS - "PPSAP" (due________)
     LS - "Chapter 17 Outline" {optional}
    LS - "Group Reaction Journal" {optional/ individual}
    LS - "Final Cumulative Self Critique" {optional}

SUMMARY OF Bring-To-Class ASSIGNMENTS
    Language Workshop Newspaper Clipping (due________)
    Brainstorming Prep {3 columns} (due________)
    Outline-in-Progress{Informative Speech} (due_______)
    Results of Nonverbal experiments (due________)

2016 - 2017 Season: SETON HALL THEATRE ( to be updated)

2016 - 2017 Season

Moliere's The Learned Ladies

Moliere Moliere's classic comedy of intellectual pretensions, hypocrites, meddling parents, and true love create farce and fun for all.

Performed on campus in the Theatre-in-the-Round on Oct. 20, 21, 22 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 23, at 2 p.m.

It's A Wonderful Life by Phillip Greciar

The radio play by Philip Grecian based on the classic film

By Frank Capra

Poor George Bailey wishes he had never been born. An angel, Clarence, is sent to earth to make George's wish come true. George starts to realize how many lives he has changed and impacted.

Performed in the Theatre-in-the-Round on the SHU campus on December 8-10 at 8 p.m. and December 11 at 2 p.m.

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Misc tentative items from 14th edition. To be updated and squeezed where possible for for "Generic BB Quiz" points &/or TBDIC
__was for day 4: {"Chap2:PRACTICE/Perception Checking"}

__was for day 5: (1) for "Classwork" points: For online submission: {Chap1/"Communication Skills inventory-Questions 1 & 2"} Due by noon/ before today's class.

__was for day 5: (2) For email submission: {Chap1/"Communication Skills inventory-"} Due with FGSA email submission

__was for day 7 "Apply it: : 4.1a ( Chap 4 [ Verbal]

__was for day 8 : {Chap4/"Skill Learning Activity 4.1: Reword This"} Submission optional-TBDIC & be prepared to share & compare.

__was for day 12: _Chap11 items: "READ"+ the "5 ACTION STEPs" within "READ" [ These all = TBDIC]

__was for day 12: Chap16:"READ" & "PRACTICE": {Playing With Topics}

__was for day14:Use your out-of-class time to prepare for the Group Presentation Project:

__was for day 14: Chap12:"PRACTICE- Organizing a Body"

BELOW = tentative items/to be finalized& inserted where possible

If time:Persuasion, cont via: Language Workshop III : Language as LOGOS+ETHOS+PATHOS or Persuasion in Action

Article + Commentary
mini speech (Q)

Index card Impromptus (Q)

Transition Workshop/ Organization Order Workshop; [: ] bring your computer* -
* be sure your laptop battery is charged & that you have your network cable.

tent:/if time [: ] AND bring your laptops with the "practice document" that I have recently e-mailed to you. You will be editing this document in class- as well as completing other speech organization activities
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Persuasion in Action; language/opinion/persuasion & ETHOS/PATHOS/LOGOS[ ]

"Self Review" - pp. 110": Foundations of Communication. Follow The directions & print out a copy of your rankings & analysis

"Test your Competence..." via p.134[11e]: Evaluating Inferences

tentative: [:] : Bring laptops & network cables for in-class activities: "Targeting your Audience & Tailoring your Language: strategies & eloquence"

Skillbuilding - 14e p.130-1 {13e = p.95}- Questions & Paraphrases- Complete # b-e starts on bottom of page

Language Dynamics in Action: In Sept. 2014, Vice President Biden made a speech that included a particular term in reference to money lenders. In one well-organized paragraph, match this event (&/or the reaction it received) to at least two(2) of the Language categories we covered in class. Support your choices.

Select either A or B: Follow the listed directions A= "Controlling Nervousness"- p.384 /or / B="Evaluating Speaker's voice and.. p.385

_(2) for "Generic BlkBrd Quiz" points: For online submission: "Chap12/QUIZ {Due by noon/ before today's class.}

2016 - 2017 Season: SETON HALL THEATRE ( to be updated)

2016 - 2017 Season

Moliere's The Learned Ladies

It's A Wonderful Life by Phillip Greciar