… Descriptions … Communication Studies Program Overview Communication Studies majors are currently in a lot of demand, and provide a broad amount of expertise toward the ways humans communicate, both in verbal and nonverbal forms. Subjects … tournaments. Special emphasis is given to creating persuasive arguments through acting performances, competitive debates, or speeches. Participation may include any of the following: Observing, competing in, or judging competitive forensics … and group formats. Texts include prose, poetry, drama, and other literary genres. Appreciation of various literary voices and performance styles is taught through textual analysis, oral reading, and evaluation. Practical training is given in …