The communications minor provides students with an introduction to the tools needed to function as a professional communicator, as well as a basic understanding of communication processes and theory. Students seeking careers in fields such as public administration, business, criminal justice, law, information technology, and the medical, social, and behavioral professions will find this minor provides instruction in valuable additional knowledge and skill areas that are important in today's information society. The minor emphasizes the liberal arts core of the communications program and will equip students with well-developed language and analytical skills.