Reviews and builds upon key elements of mindful communication students have been studying throughout their degree program. Students practice applying mindful communication skills in the workplace and reflect on those experiences to improve interactions with colleagues, customers, clients, and others. In addition, students work in small groups in which each partner has a different major than the other (when possible). Through online discussion posts, students practice mindful communication techniques practice attending to others, confirming understanding, and providing feedback that is respectful, insightful, and useful. Students are encouraged and given the opportunity to engage in regular contemplative practices such as mindfulness meditation.
Prerequisites
Corequisite IST294C is for IT students only.
Corequisite HSV-195C or HSV298C is for HSV students only.
Corequisite ADCL-296C or ADCL-297C is for ADCL students only.
Students without an internship can take this course with permission from their department chair, program coordinator, or the instructor.