Communications Department

Communication studies integrates aspects of both social sciences and the humanities. Much of the work being done in the field is academic in nature. As a social science, the discipline often overlaps with sociology, psychology, anthropology, biology, political science, economics, and public policy, among others. From a humanities perspective, communication is concerned with rhetoric and persuasion The field applies to outside disciplines as well, including engineering, architecture, mathematics, and information science.

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Types of Communications

Mass communication is the study of communicating with the masses, but is also about storytelling with strategy and purpose. The study of mass communication is centered around how messages persuade and affect the behavior and opinion of the person or people receiving the content.

Communication competency is a primary skill valued in a wide variety of professional areas. is designed to prepare you to transfer and earn a bachelor degree in Speech Communication or Communication Studies. Beyond transfer, it will also give you the skills needed for several entry level positions within the field.

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Area of Interest

The information above reflects the 2024-2025 course catalog and is subject to change. Please check with your advisor for the most up to date information. 

CCN Courses (Common Course Numbering)

The information above reflects the 2024-2025 course catalog and is subject to change. Please check with your advisor for the most up to date information. 

 

Department Contacts

Name Job Title Email Phone Office Location
Daniel Erickson Speech/Communications derickson@yvcc.edu  509.574.4831 Online
Dave McReynolds Communication Studies dmcreynolds@yvcc.edu 509.574.6800 x3188 Palmer Martin Hall
Building 20, Room 168
Tony Schmidt Communication Studies aschmidt@yvcc.edu 509.574.4604 Palmer Martin Hall
Building 20, Room 166
Laura Yolo Communication Studies  lyolo@yvcc.edu N/A Palmer Martin Hall
Building 20, Room 164
Sandra Villarreal Communications Studies Instructor  svillarreal@yvcc.edu 509.882.7058 Grandview Main Building
Building 56, Room 110C


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