What is I.C.E.?

ICE stands for Integrated Communications Experience. Similar to the IBC program for Business students, ICE creates a unique experience for all communication majors, minors, or could even be added as a cluster (with the addition of one more class). ICE consists of three classes that will strengthen your skills in Group Dynamics, Conflict Management, and Organizational Communication.

Those participating in ICE will attend BYU-Idaho's badger creek and learn valuable lessons in team building. Students in ICE will be priviledged to hear from influential individuals in the communications field. Each student in ICE will invite influential leaders to attend a conference created completely by the ICE students. Join us Fall 2009 and participate in this unique and fun opportunity. Start building your resume and gain valuable experience by joining ICE this semester! ICE will fill 9 credits and will be held Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00-12:00. Fill out your application today, located on the right side of the screen.

ICE consists of these original classes

COMM 250: Intro to Organization
Course Description:
Analysis of communication principles and practices in organizations from a theoretical perspective, methods to improve communication practices and review of career opportunities in the field.

COMM 350: Group Dynamics
Course Description:
Analysis of theory and practice of human communication in a small group setting, focusing on leadership, participation, and evaluation, with emphasis in group norms, roles, cohesion and conflict.

COMM 450: Conflict Management
Course Description:
Examines the theories and dynamics of conflict styles in a variety of contexts. Topics include conflict management strategies, negotiation, third party intervention, and relevant settings for conflict such as workplace, families, and interpersonal relationships.

***In order to maintain a unique experience, teachers in the ICE program may change course descriptions in order to provide the highest learning experience for students.***

Contact Information

If you have any question and comments concerning ICE, please contact the communications departments at (208) 496-2949

"Our department's aim is to help prepare students to become a skilled, knowledgeable, adaptable, progressive, ethical practitioner through programs addressing today's professional requirements while anticipating tomorrow's developments."