Abstract
This article describes the design, delivery, and evaluation of an off-campus Master of Arts program in speech communication at the University of Northern Colorado. Established in the early 1970s, the program was developed to serve adult, nontraditional students, including military and civilian professionals, through a weekend-format delivery system. The discussion outlines the program’s history, administrative organization, and unique features such as rigorous faculty qualifications, academic advising, site coordination, and extended library services. Survey feedback from graduates highlighted personal growth, career advancement, and skill development as major benefits, with faculty quality, curriculum design, and weekend scheduling identified as program strengths. Concerns included limited library and computer support, as well as administrative responsiveness. The article concludes that while challenges remain in linking off-campus students to main campus resources, the program demonstrates how universities can successfully adapt graduate education to meet the needs of working adults.
Recommended Citation
Ross, Robert F. and Warnemunde, Dennis F,
(1988)
"The University of Northern Colorado's Extended Degree: Program in Speech Communication,"
Association for Communication Administration Bulletin: Vol. 66, Article 14.
Available at:
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/aca/vol66/iss1/14
