COMM 170 INTRODUCTION TO MASS COMMUNICATION
[sample syllabus]
This course examines the history of each mass medium, the complex influences of mass media on American culture, global media issues, mass media support industries, and current media controversies.
COMM 180 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL MEDIA [sample syllabus]
This course introduces the knowledge base and skills needed to be both a developer and user of multimedia. The course benefits digital media majors directly by providing a solid foundation that supports the other classes in the major. Nonmajors benefit in that they are able to effectively use a variety of media.
COMM 216 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION [sample syllabus]
Emphasis on dyadic communication with focus on listening, semantics, nonverbal communication, socialization, attraction, confrontation, and conflict resolution related to the intrapersonal variables of perception and self--concept. Gender communication and cross-cultural communication will also be emphasized as will communication in the family and the workplace.
COMM 240 PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC RELATIONS [sample syllabus]
A study of the history, development, and status of public relations in business, governmental, and ancillary organizations. Application of the duties of a practitioner and research methods as well as an introduction to planning, execution, and evaluative aspects of public relations.
COMM 260 VIDEO PRODUCTION I [sample syllabus]
Introduces the basic video equipment operation and aesthetic principles. Begins the basics of studio operations and television lighting and introduces students to producing and directing video projects. Presents practical training of pre-production, production, and evaluation techniques for broadcast and non-broadcast productions.
ENGL 270 NEWSWRITING [sample syllabus]
This course teaches students how journalists think, gather information, and write for newspapers on a daily deadline. Students practice journalistic skills by covering an actual campus beat, managing sources and writing stories.
