1. Campus Rules for Nonverbal Communication To become more aware of rules governing nonverbal communication, go to a place on your campus that is central for foot traffic. Spend 15 minutes observing nonverbal rules that govern behavior in that spot. For example, who moves to the side if two people are headed directly toward each other? How often and for how long is eye contact exchanged? How often do people smile as they pass one another? Are men and women equally likely to smile?