Describes the process followed at the University of Alaska Fairbanks in implementing an oral communication across the curriculum core requirement. Discusses program adaptation, oral intensive guidelines, basic course structure, implementation recommendations, preparing faculty, identifying and meeting faculty need, and evaluation of pilot courses.…

Addresses important considerations for the implementation of speaking across the curriculum. Highlights important distinctions between speech courses and speaking-across-the-curriculum courses taught by faculty in other disciplines. Argues that the benefits of speaking across the curriculum outweigh the potential harm to the field if concerns are…

Drawn from a l985 conference focusing on curriculum for small college speech communication programs, the articles in this journal issue deal with issues related to curriculum development and enrichment in small colleges. Articles in the first section discuss chairing the small department. Specific topics addressed include speech communication…