Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish.

 Watch Steve Jobs' commencement speech at Stanford University - one of the most popular commencement speeches made to date - and share your opinion. What makes this a great speech? What do you notice about the speaker? About the text he is reading? What can you take away for your own speech?

8 Ways to Take Control of Your Time

As we explored nonverbal communication, one of the topics covered was chronemics - the study of the role of time in communication. Head over to The College Board website to learn 8 ways to take control of your time, and comment below on ways you can improve your time management in college, as well as techniques that help you right now.

I AM HUMAN

As we study a chapter on language and culture, it becomes clear how powerful language is. 

The "I Am Human" project seeks to increase awareness of the use of derogatory and degrading language on and off campus. By directly and honestly addressing language issues in our everyday lives, we can foster environments that uplift instead of dehumanizing others. The campaign features students, alumni and employees sharing personal experiences and messages of awareness about this issue.

What is the impact of derogatory language on a college campus and what should be done about it?

Expectations

You made it through the first week of classes. Congratulations! What do you hope to take away from this class? What are your expectations? Do you have any concerns or fears? Share below and have a great weekend!

It's a wrap!

Reaction papers, speeches, exams, the often-dreaded group project and fourteen chapters later, we've reached the end of the semester. Phew! Congratulations. Tell us what you learned from this course. What will you take away from it? What was your favorite part? What did you not like and wish would've been different? Make one last use of this virtual soap box and enjoy your "winter" break!