Consideration, principally through close study of selected literary works, of Greek myth from the Classical, Archaic, and Hellenistic periods, and in Roman literature; the course also will consider Greek myth’s afterlife in the modern period. A knowledge of the Greek language is not required. (D) […]
A study of the theory and practice of public address. Lab experiences in the preparation, delivery, and critique of informative and persuasive speeches. (D) First Session Course:
Introduction to the major theories and aesthetics of motion pictures and other media forms through a study of styles related to writing, directing, cinematography, editing, and sound. Students are introduced to oral, written, and visual competencies required for successful completion of the major or minor. […]
A historical survey of mass media and an examination of major contemporary media issues. (D) First Session Course:
Exploration of communication in today’s workplaces and the expectations for leaders and employees to communicate “entrepreneurially.” Focus on communication across settings where teamwork is prioritized. Also listed as ENT 250. First Session Course:
Examines the emergence of superhero films in American cinema as a representation and response to historical and ideological contexts. First Session Course:
Introduces students to legal education, the legal system and legal analysis. (Co-taught by Law and Communication faculty – See “Special Programs-Summer Law School Program” for more information on COM 348 & COM 349). Requires $600 program fee in addition to tuition. First Session Course:
Students develop and critique speeches, debates, trial practice and moot court across a variety of legal speaking venues. (Co-taught by Law and Communication faculty – See “Special Programs-Summer Law School Program” for more information on COM 348 & COM 349). Requires $600 program fee in […]
An examination of argumentation theory and criticism; examines both theoretical issues and social practices. First Session Course:
Introduction to computer programming and algorithmic problem solving in an object-oriented programming language. Topics include basic control structures, methods, parameters, objects, classes, arrays, and program testing and debugging. Recommended as the first course for students considering a major or minor in computer science. (D) First […]