Abstract
This article describes the process and outcomes of a curriculum review undertaken by the Department of Speech Communication at North Carolina State University. Prompted by institutional requirements and rapid departmental growth, the review sought to balance specialization with a strong foundation in human communication theory. The process emphasized faculty involvement, student feedback, input from other university departments, and perspectives from corporate advisory board members. The resulting program retained required foundation courses and added structured concentrations in communication, mass communication, public relations, communication disorders, and theatre. Students gained clearer identity through transcripted concentrations while maintaining some flexibility in course selection. The article highlights additional benefits, including enhanced departmental planning, stronger credibility within the university, and improved ability to monitor enrollment trends. It concludes that the review transformed a mandated evaluation into an opportunity for long-term growth and greater alignment with professional and student needs.
Recommended Citation
Leonard, Rebecca
(1988)
"Departmental and University Program Review,"
Association for Communication Administration Bulletin: Vol. 66, Article 3.
Available at:
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/aca/vol66/iss1/3
