Teaching

I have taught courses in Creative Writing and Communication. This semester (Spring 2026), I'm teaching Introduction to Health Communication (Com 372) and Intercultural Communication (Com 211). I am scheduled to teach Intercultural Communication (Com 211) and Business and Professional Communication (Com 310) in Fall 2026.

Teaching Award

In 2026, I received the Sara LaBelle Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) Award from the School of Communication at Chapman University, given annually to a graduate student whose teaching contributions have been exceptional to the School of Communication and the university.

In presenting the award, Dr. LaBelle offered some words that I carry with me:

“If you take a class with Henneh, then you know there's at least one person on this campus who cares about you.”

Com 372 - 01: Introduction to Health Communication

Semester: Spring 2026

Prerequisites: School of Communication major, COM 100, or SCC 100 with a minimum grade of B- and COM 295 with a minimum grade of C, or as a corequisite. This is a survey course introducing the student to principles that hold particular importance to health communication. The emphasis will be on empirical research in health communication. As part of the exploration of contextual topics, patient-provider interaction and interpersonal communication in health contexts will be examined. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits

Com 211 - 04: Intercultural Communication

Semester: Spring 2026

The course reviews basic concepts and theories, deals with crucial skills needed for intercultural communication, and raises ethical questions. By exploring research findings and observations of a variety of cultures and discussing their own experiences as intercultural communicators, students will develop basic analytical and practical competence as global intercultural communicators. Some sections of this course may be offered for School of Communication majors only. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits

Com 211 - 02 & 03: Intercultural Communication

Semester: Fall 2025

The course reviews basic concepts and theories, deals with crucial skills needed for intercultural communication, and raises ethical questions. By exploring research findings and observations of a variety of cultures and discussing their own experiences as intercultural communicators, students will develop basic analytical and practical competence as global intercultural communicators. Some sections of this course may be offered for School of Communication majors only. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits

Com 102 - 05 & 06: Public Speaking in a Diverse Society

Semester: Spring 2025

An introduction to the skills of public presentation development, oral delivery, and using supporting media, with special attention paid to informative and persuasive messages. This course emphasizes the necessity of audience analysis, as well as sensitivity and adaptation to the unique cultural perspectives of listeners. Some sections of this course may be offered for School of Communication majors only. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits. Class Notes: open to all majors.

Com 102 - 03 & 04: Public Speaking in a Diverse Society

Semester: Fall 2024

An introduction to the skills of public presentation development, oral delivery, and using supporting media, with special attention paid to informative and persuasive messages. This course emphasizes the necessity of audience analysis, as well as sensitivity and adaptation to the unique cultural perspectives of listeners. Some sections of this course may be offered for School of Communication majors only. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits. Class Notes: open to all majors.

Eng 204 - 02: Introduction to Creative Writing

Semester: Spring 2024

Instructors introduce students to the art and craft of writing fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and/or drama and to the workshop method. Some sections of this course may be restricted to creative writing majors/minors only. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits. Class Notes: 5 seats reserved for incoming First Year (Freshman) admits.

HLHM 100: Introductory Seminar in Health Humanities

(Teaching Assistant)

Semester: Spring 2023

An introduction to the Health Humanities, exploring the interconnectivity of medicine, health, and the humanities. Students will learn the history of this evolving field, how it unites various disciplines (such as literature, film and media studies, philosophy, law, disability studies, ethics, religion, medicine, psychology, sociology, and other arts and sciences), and when intersection occurs in people's personal and professional lives. Letter grade. (Offered every year.) 3 credits.

What are my students saying?

“Professor Henneh Kwaku Kyereh is one of my favorite professors at Chapman! He was funny and kept the lectures engaging. He valued student opinions and created an environment where everyone felt comfortable participating. On top of that, he provided great, detailed feedback that was very helpful and showed that he truly cared about student success.” — Com 102 Student

“I had him for intercultural communications. He values the class's input, which is nice...Come to class and be engaged, and you'll do well and learn. He's a very understanding professor and is clearly passionate about the topic.” — Com 211 Student

“He is a great teacher and I hope to have him again in the future! Listens to what students have to say and want for the course, and considers students' opinions. Provides good and constructive feedback and is always clear about instruction and grading. Very engaging and caring about his students and is always available to help.” — Com 211 Student

“Kwaku is the best teacher ever. He has amazing energy and I look forward to going to class. He's very involved and loves to hear about how our assignments are going and our personal and school lives. I've never had any problems with him as a teacher and public speaking isn't easy for everyone and he's very considerate of this.” — Com 102 Student