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Oral/interpersonal Communication 10801196

3.00 credits

Communications

Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication. Keywords: Oral, Oral Comm, Comm, Speech

10 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 17 Tuesday 03:00 PM - 05:50 PM A223 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#03 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Paul Svetlik	View Rates
#04 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#05 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#06 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#07 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#08 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#09 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#02 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM A223 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#10 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

Creative Writing 10801227

3.00 credits

Communications

Introduces students to the creative writing process in order to produce original poetry and prose using formal elements and literary aesthetics. Students will read and analyze creative works to better understand the genres they will be writing in. Students will collaborate with their classmates during the writing process through writer’s workshops in order to learn the importance of peer review and editing. Students will select one of their works to polish and prepare for publication.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates

Technical Reporting 10801197

3.00 credits

Communications

Prepare and present written, oral, and visual communication products, including but not limited to instructions, proposals, informal and formal reports. Produce clear, usable communication by incorporating information design principles, arranging content to satisfy diverse audience needs, and presenting visuals for various contexts. Designed to develop collaborative communication practices, information literacy skills, and ethically responsible professional communication strategies.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates

Children's Literature 10801233

3.00 credits

Communications

Introduces learners to the forms, functions, and merits of children’s literature through the evaluation of both classic and contemporary texts. Learners will read works for a variety of age levels and undertake a variety of learning activities and projects to explore historical and cultural contexts for, and influences upon, children’s literature; gain an understanding of the various genres; and, develop an appreciation of the impact of art and illustration as storytelling tools.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates

Written Communication 10801195

3.00 credits

Communications

Develops writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising and editing. A variety of writing assignments are designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Also develops critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents. Keywords: Written Comm, Comm, Writing

11 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 10/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Oct 15 Monday, Wednesday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM A211 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#04 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#05 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates
#06 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#07 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#08 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#09 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#12AYW Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 Tuesday 11:00 AM - 01:50 PM A239 - Computer Lab - A Building	View Rates
#03AYW Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Attend Your Way Online Available	Wausau Main Campus	Oct 20 – Dec 17 Friday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM A232 - Computer Lab - A Building	View Rates
#10 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#11 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

English Composition 2 10801155

3.00 credits

Communications

Analyzing and applying argumentation strategies are the primary skills developed in English Composition 2. Learners will conduct reading and writing synthesis techniques to strengthen high-level research, critical thinking and composition skills. Learners will use credible primary and secondary sources to write arguments using an appropriate format based on the audience and the writing task’s purpose. Keywords: English 2, Comp 2, English Comp 2

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Catherine Houser	View Rates

Speech 10801198

3.00 credits

Communications

Explores the fundamentals of effective oral presentation to small and large groups. Topic selection, audience analysis, methods of organization, research, supporting evidence, delivery techniques, active listening, and other essential elements of speaking successfully, form the basis of the course. Includes informative, persuasive, and occasion speech presentations. Audience requirements to be determined by individual colleges.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 12:00 PM - 02:50 PM A223 - Classroom - A Building	View Rates
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

Intro To Mass Communication 10801141

3.00 credits

Communications

Explores communication in media and media literacy by providing insight into the important issues that confront students as consumers and purveyors of mass media within the workforce and in society. The mass media revolution, including media technologies, the evolution of media content and platforms, including new media, the impact of media communications on business and society as a whole, media bias, and media law and ethics from the basis of the course. Keywords: Mass Comm, Intro to Mass, Intro to Comm

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online	View Rates

Total Rewards 10116101

3.00 credits

Human Resources

Examines what Total Rewards means to an organization and to its employees. Compare tangible and intangible benefits – which includes compensation, benefits, work-life balance practices, and performance and talent management. Learners will explore balancing offering an attractive total rewards package for employees, while being strategic for the organization.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Cher Vink	View Rates

Talent Acquisition 10116102

3.00 credits

Human Resources

Analyzes Talent Acquisition by exploring components of effective staffing, including employment brand, employment law, researching labor markets and understanding technology used in the recruitment process. Then, learners will work through the selection process starting with examining placement, selection predictors and the legality around selection tests, the use of background tests and medical examinations before finishing with the final job offer. Learners will have the opportunity to work through case studies to help build working knowledge and confidence in effective staffing and selection.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Cher Vink	View Rates

Employment Law 10116103

3.00 credits

Human Resources

Examines the key employment laws and regulations that are important to an organization and to its employees. By the end this course, learners will be able to identify key U.S. laws in compensation, benefits, employee relations, employment opportunity, and job safety and health.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Tom Wendt	View Rates

Employee Relations 10116104

3.00 credits

Human Resources

Examines the role HR plays in responding to employees’ need for safe, secure, rewarding workplace. Learners will evaluate risk management and worker protection strategies, identify employee rights and responsibilities and analyze labor relations through a series of situational and reflective assessments.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Cher Vink	View Rates

Introduction to Human Resource Management 10116107

3.00 credits

Human Resources

Introduces students to the field of human resource management and explores its role in supporting employees and business success. Students will engage with real-world HR scenarios, discover career paths, and gain foundational knowledge in HR functions. Designed to excite and inspire, this course provides a preview of what students will explore in depth throughout the Human Resource Management program.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Cher Vink	View Rates

Human Resource Analytics 10116105

2.00 credits

Human Resources

Examines HR analytics from forming a hypothesis through analyzing data, to communicating and evaluating findings. Learners will practice utilizing analytics to make data-informed decisions about organizational interventions.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Angela Hupf	View Rates

Human Resource Capstone 10116106

3.00 credits

Human Resources

Provides students with the opportunity to synthesize and apply knowledge gained throughout the Human Resources program. Students develop an integrated HR strategy and demonstrate competency across workforce planning, talent development, total rewards, employment law, and employee relations. Through a final project and reflective work, students evaluate the effectiveness of HR strategies and prepare for transition into the workforce.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online Cher Vink	View Rates

Meeting Facilitation 10116100

1.00 credits

Human Resources

Examines characteristics of effective meetings and meeting preparation management by exploring planning fundamentals, comparing technology and distance meeting considerations, and evaluating best practices. In addition to designing a mock meeting and modeling appropriate meeting facilitation strategies, learners will have the opportunity to add LinkedIn Learning certificates to their portfolio.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 15 - Online John Burgess	View Rates

English Composition 1 10801136

3.00 credits

Communications

Learners develop and apply skills in all aspects of the writing process. Through a variety of learning activities and written documents, learners employ rhetorical strategies, plan, organize and revise content, apply critical reading strategies, locate and evaluate information, integrate and document sources, and apply standardized English language conventions.Keywords:English Comp, Comp 1, E Com, English 1, English

4 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM A236 - Computer Lab - A Building Patricia Smith	View Rates
#04 Fall	Open	10/20/2025 – 12/17/2025	10/25/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Oct 20 – Dec 17 - Online Patricia Smith	View Rates