Category: News & Happenings

Learn the latest happenings in the Department of Communications Studies.

Battle of the Articulate

Next Tuesday, March 27th, the Comm Department will be hosting its semi-annual COM1100 Speech Contest. Students will be presenting the top informative speeches from various sections of this semester’s COM1100 course. The “Battle of the Articulate” is set to take place in McWhorter 110 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:10 p.m. and will offer convocation in …

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Seeking Volunteers for Upcoming COM1100 Contest

The Comm Department is currently seeking volunteers for the upcoming COM1100 Contest on Tuesday, March 27th. The following positions are needing to be filled: Three student judges for the preliminary round at 10:00 a.m. someone to be present from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. someone to obtain signed video releases from the contestants someone to video–record Someone to take pictures …

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Hang-Out with the Irish National Debate Team

Next Friday, March 23rd, members of the Irish National Debate Team will be making their way to Music City. Currently, the Comm Department is seeking a few students to hang-out with and serve as hosts for our international visitors for the night. If interested, please contact Jason Stahl at jason.stahl@belmont.edu.

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IABC: Call for Nominations

Belmont’s recently established chapter of the IABC is currently seeking officer nominations for the 2018-2019 school year. Listed below are the five available positions and their various descriptions. Those interested in pursuing these positions should email Faculty Advisor Jimmy Davis.   President An elected President (or other designated officer) will preside at all meetings of …

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Introducing “Comm & Sense” Podcast

Next week, Communication Studies will be launching its first-ever departmental podcast, Comm & Sense. Hosted by Student Editors Sarah Self and Ryan Bigelow, the podcast will feature weekly interviews with students and faculty to help both current and prospective students learn more about the “personalities behind the program.” The pilot episode will feature Dr. Jimmy Davis, …

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Senior Spotlight: Marguerite Baldes

Name: Marguerite Baldes Major: Corporate Communication, Elementary Education minor Hometown: Rochester, New York   How did you end up at Belmont? “I wanted a school where professors and peers encouraged me in my faith, but didn’t judge me for it either. I applied to twelve different schools. Everyone always said you’ll know the right place …

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Speech & Debate Takes Jackson Purchase Swing

This past weekend, Belmont’s Forensic Team participated in the Jackson Purchase Swing, a two-day tournament held at Murray State University in Kentucky. The annual competition led to an impressive win for Belmont, with numerous students racking up recognition on both days.   Awards Day 1 at Murray State University: Individual Events Sweeps: 1st in small …

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Belmont in Paris

Join Dr. Webb on a summer trip to Europe to learn about French culture. Belmont in Paris: Writing, Fashion, and Intercultural Communication is a 14-day study abroad option set to take place this June. In addition to the online courses offered, students will have the option of enrolling in Parisian-themed courses such as Third Year Writing: …

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