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Arts and Letters

Communication is vital to human life. Whether it is auditory, visual, or physical, knowing how to communicate effectively is a necessary skill for one's work and personal life. Let us at KCC teach you how to speak to be heard and listen to comprehend.

"The art of communication is the language of leadership."

- James Humes

Prospective Jobs

    • College Level Teacher: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a master's degree. Those with a doctoral or professional degree have a competitive advantage in the labor market.

    • Artist: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a high school diploma or equivalent. Those with a bachelor's degree have a competitive advantage in the labor market.

    • Composer/Musical Director: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a bachelor's degree. Those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in the labor market

    • Recreational Therapist: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a bachelor's degree.

    • Translator: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a high school diploma or equivalent. Those with a bachelor's degree have a competitive advantage in the labor market.

    • Writer: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a bachelor's degree.

    • Reporter: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a bachelor's degree.

  • Public Relations Specialist: The typical entry-level education for this occupation is a bachelor's degree.

Questions and Answers

What kind of art classes does KCC offer?

KCC offers art classes in a variety of media and art history classes covering a variety of art movements. If you are interested in sculpture, we offer classes in both sculpture and ceramics. There are several art classes for drawing and painting.

Can I learn an instrument at KCC?

While we offer several music history and appreciation classes; we do not offer instrument classes for credit. However, we do offer several non-credit community education classes to teach you how to play.

What is philosophy?

Philosophy is the study of thought and the nature of existence. Learning philosophy teaches you problem solving, ethics, and generally introduces you to several new ways of thinking.

I can already read/write/speak, so why do I have to take literature/writing/speech?

There is a vast difference between normal, or conversational, communication and academic, or appropriate workplace, communication. Being able to read/write/speak in an academic/workplace setting is a vital skill for students to learn. Hiring managers often base hiring decisions less on technical skill, and more on being able to communicate appropriately, accurately, and with a degree of competence.

 

What comes after WRI 95?

What course you take after Writing 95 is determined by your chosen path at KCC.

If you are enrolled in specific career technical education (CTE) programs, your next step will be WRI 117.  Intro to Technical Communications will fulfill the writing requirement for that program. To see if your pathway is one of these please check the curriculum maps for your program.

All other programs will continue from WRI 95 to WRI 121 then WRI 122. English composition I & II are required for college transfer pathway students and most non-degree CTE programs. To see if your pathway is one of these, please check the curriculum maps for your program.

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