When students begin their study of human communication the construction of language is a crucial part of understanding this incredibly complex system of syntax, semantics, symbols, phonology, and pragmatics. This story from NPR highlights how much we humans take our language for granted. Imagine creating a computer to challenge humans at trivia contests. Now you [...]
Is Our Children Learning?
by Amy L. Darnell on January 24, 2011
I must admit that when I first read the results of Richard Arum and Josipa Roksa’s Academically Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses I wasn’t surprised. In fact, I was surprised that anyone would be surprised at their findings. As a college instructor for over a decade, I have witnessed first hand that 45 percent [...]
A new school year approaches
by Amy L. Darnell on August 6, 2008
Day Campus classes at Columbia College begin at 8 a.m. on Monday, 25 August 2008. There is a slew of orientation week activities for new and returning students alike. Be sure to check the calendar events, available by going to the On Campus section of this website for current up-to-date information. Welcome to and welcome [...]
Spring 2008 Final Exams
by Amy L. Darnell on April 21, 2008
Final Exams will occur during the specified times listed for each course. Rearranging exam times requires approval from the VPAA. COMM 495– Monday 5/5/08 12:00- 2:00 p.m. COMM 110A– Tuesday 5/6/08 10:00- 12:00 a.m. COMM 324– Tuesday 5/6/08 12:30-2:30 p.m. COMM 110B– Wednesday 5/7/08 8-10 a.m.
Newsweek Quizzes
by Amy L. Darnell on February 20, 2008
To help lessen the number of calls and e-mails I get from students who can’t remember which articles were assigned for the Newsweek Quizzes, I’ll be posting them here. Next quiz is on Wednesday, 19 March 2008, over the March 10th issue with William F. Buckley on the front. Articles begin on pages 34, 36, [...]