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HOW THE HUMANITIES CAN EMPOWER COMMUNICATION by Gavin F. Hurley
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he humanities are traditionally concerned with history, literature, ethics, foreign languages, and cultural studies. Communications, on the other hand, examines verbal
and written messaging—often as they relate to the professions. Since the discipline of communications does not primarily investigate human society and culture, it is often separated from the humanities. This trend has generally been adopted in higher education institutions throughout the nation. And North Dakota institutions are no exception. Communications programs at University of North Dakota, Minot State University, and Bismarck State College all spotlight professional skills and applications.
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