Unique Program
•Only program of its kind in the state of Iowa
•Prepares students to teach communication and theatre (speech communication, debate, and theatre) in grades 5-12
•Leads to Iowa teaching endorsement #168 (5-12 Speech Communications/Theatre)
Training & Experience
•Jointly administered by the Department of Communication and Media and the Department of Theatre
•Two internships to explore, define, and sharpen teaching skills
•Over 700 hours of real classroom experience before graduation
•Five-year, 100% job placement rate
Degree Flexibility
•Available as a three-year pathway for students entering UNI with prior college credit
•Award-winning faculty known for engaging classroom work and respected publications
