Focus is on the total range of communication behaviors we engage in within the contexts of intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group, organizational, public speaking, and mass communication.

LCCN: CCOM 1013

Speech taught as a liberal rather than technical art. Emphasis on developing rhetorical skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and values in humane goal setting. Prerequisite: Admission to the Honors Program or consent of the Undergraduate Honors Council. Substitutes for COMM 1001, 1018 or 2001. (Formerly CMST 1010)

Stresses practical application of communication concepts and skills. Emphasis on self-concept, language, perception, listening, nonverbal communication, and resolution of interpersonal skills development.

LCCN: CCOM 2213

History, structure and practices of media industries and professions, and their roles in society; introduction to issues, vocabulary and technological trends for media producers. (Formerly MCOM 2001)

The process of public communication, including an understanding of audience, to produce, evaluate, and critique public expression in public arenas.

LCCN: CCOM 2013

The role of the announcer; principles of communication in the electronic media; voice and diction, including foreign pronunciation; techniques for various program types. Lecture and lab. A fee is charged each student to help defray expenses related to this course.

Introduction to writing for professional communicators, emphasizing styles of writing for eye vs. ear and for print, broadcast and online contexts. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: ENGL 1002.

Examines the connection between visual images and persuasion, i.e., how images act rhetorically upon viewers; students become adept at visual analysis.

Exploration and acquisition of interactive web media development techniques. One hour lecture, four hours studio. (Formerly MCOM 4010)

An introduction to the principles and theories of competent organizational communication designed to enable and empower all who seek to practice effective communication in the changing dynamics of varied workplaces, work environments, and workforces. (Formerly CMST 3044)

LCCN: CCOM 2313

Introduction to in-studio video production, including camera techniques and effects, equipment utilization and lighting. One hour lecture, four hours studio. Additional course fee. (Formerly MCOM 3052)

Introduction to small group participation and leadership. Small group variables included for study are group structure, climate, goals, roles, norms, conflict, and rhetorical sensitivity. Special emphasis given to application of concepts within problem-solving discussion groups.

Overview of the evolution, structure, principles, tactics and applications of public relations practice, with emphasis on case study preparation. Prerequisite(s): (Formerly MCOM 3060)

Introduces Performance Studies with emphasis on the embodiment of texts in performances that alter how we think and feel about personal, cultural, and global issues. Prerequisite: COMM 1018, 2001 or consent of instructor.

A study of the theory and practice of communication strategies and styles in conflict situations; looks at conflict in interpersonal and/or professional settings. Prerequisite: COMM 1018 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 3010)

Creative design techniques for a variety of communications applications. Prerequisites: COMM 1018 and 2010

A review of general theoretical approaches to persuasion and influence with focus on principles of persuasive communication and application of persuasive strategies. Prerequisite: COMM 1018 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 3030)

The process of generating and interpreting messages from such nonverbal sources as space, physical appearance, time, facial expressions, and other nonverbal codes explored for effects on interpersonal relationships. Prerequisite: COMM 1018, 2001 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 3035)

Exploration of how gender and communication interact, how gender influences communication, how gender is communicated, and how communication influences our understandings of gender and what it means to be gendered beings. Prerequisite: COMM 1018 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 3041)

Researching, analyzing, and writing for the contexts of mass communication and digital media; topics might include human interests, political, social, and economic concerns. Prerequisites: COMM 1018 and 2010

Writing for long narrative formats, with emphasis on story planning and development; topics may include features, scripts, and multi-media strategies. Prerequisite: COMM 3048

Introduction to motion graphics and animation for film and television, including industry-standard techniques in motion graphic creation, storyboarding, and conceptual design. Additional course fee. Prerequisite: COMM 2040 or 2052 or consent of instructor.

Public relations planning, writing for all media, and developing techniques for working with mass media and other publics. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: COMM 2010, COMM 2061. (Formerly MCOM 3061)

Examines sports culture, and teaches sports writing, reporting and techniques of producing sports news for multimedia platforms. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: COMM 2030.

Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods of communication research. Students receive basic instruction in various methods and practice performing those methods. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Study and application - through research, writing, and oral presentation - of communication and ethical theories to contemporary issues appropriate to the students' interests and preparation. Prerequisites: Senior status and completion of 21 hours of Communication Studies or Mass Communications major requirements.

Scholarly approaches to contemporary topics in communication. Content varies. Prerequisite: COMM 1018 and 2010.

An international perspective on communication between members of different cultures. Verbal and nonverbal code systems, social patterns, values, and belief systems examined as they affect the sharing of meaning. Special attention given to Health Care, Business, and Education contexts. Prerequisite: COMM 1018 or consent of instructor. May not be used as a substitute for a foreign language. (Formerly CMST 4004)

The study of communication perspectives and skills helpful in providing integrated, coordinated services between various allied health professions. Prerequisite: Junior standing.(Formerly CMST 4026)

Structured approach to development of significant project indicative of a specialist in integrated media including field techniques; examples might include interactive digital projects, news portfolios, and promotional campaigns. Prerequisite: COMM 3049

In-depth study of selling for media, from prospecting to servicing accounts, with emphasis on adapting sales techniques to the special needs of print and broadcast media. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

An analysis and evaluation of predominant communication theories that identify fundamental communicative forces in human action. Prerequisite: COMM 1018, 2010 or consent of instructor. (Formerly CMST 4050)

This course examines various aspects of contemporary communication. Prerequisite(s): COMM 2020. Prerequisite may not be taken concurrently.

Preparation of scripts for all long program formats, with emphasis on writing and marketing radio, television, and film drama and documentaries. Prerequisite: COMM 2061, COMM 3061, and credit or registration in COMM 3070. (Formerly MCOM 4060)

Studies of group action, interaction, and leadership designed to apply small group theory. Emphasis on the nature of group communication as exemplified in the discussion/conference model. Prerequisites: COMM 2060 or consent of instructor. (Formerly COMM 4062)

Theories of perception, methods of analysis of visual media, and principles and strategies of visual communication, emphasizing critical thinking about the role and function of media in society.

Critical methodologies and analysis of media content and programming, emphasizing aesthetic, historical, social, cultural, and industrial factors affecting audience response. Prerequisite: junior standing

Legal limitations and privileges affecting publishing, advertising, broadcasting, telecasting; consideration of legal philosophy bearing on mass communications media. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

One semester of supervised on-campus, off-campus, or virtual industry service. Academic requirements include a final paper and portfolio. Prerequisites: Completion of 16 hours of COMM courses plus an approved internship proposal. (Formerly CMST 4090 and MCOM 4090)

Individualized study of selected topics in the field of communication. Prerequisites: COMM 1018, 2010 and approval of advisor and directed study supervisor. (Formerly MCOM 4091)

Orientation to the graduate program process, practices, events, and academic requirements. Required during first semester of enrollment. Grade of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit). A student must earn credit in this course prior to taking the comprehensive examination. Enrollment is restricted to graduate students in the Department of Communication.

The study of qualitative research methods used to conduct systematic inquiry about communication topics. Textual analysis, ethnography, phenomenology, and language studies are among the methods investigated. (Formerly Speech 505.) Sp

A study of techniques and strategies used in conducting empirical studies of communication. Analysis of types of problems, concepts, variables, definitions, research designs, measurement techniques, and interpretation of data prevalent in communication research. Involves elementary statistics and development of research proposals and designs. (Formerly Journalism 505.) F

Focusing on reading illness and loss narratives, students will explore the rhetorical and social aspects of these stories and analyze cultural patterns.

An international perspective on communication between members of different cultures. Verbal and nonverbal code systems, social patterns, values, and belief systems examined as they affect the sharing of meaning. Special attention given to Health Care, Business, and Education contexts. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

Preparation of scripts for all long program formats, with emphasis on writing and marketing radio, television, and film drama and documentaries. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

Theory and techniques of video production from conception to completion, for a variety of mass communications applications. One hour lecture, four hours studio. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

Researching and writing human-interest features; analyzing political, social and economic affairs and writing opinions; print, web and electronic media styles and formats Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

Review, analysis, and evaluation of major theories of human communication. Emphasis on heuristic factors that may guide future communicative efforts in human relations.

Preparation of scripts for all long program formats, with emphasis on writing and marketing radio, television, and film drama and documentaries Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

A critical review and analysis of contemporary theoretical approaches related to means of political persuasion, contexts, and research methodology. Prerequisites: 2001 or 3030 or consent of instructor.

The study of communication perspectives and skills helpful in providing integrated, coordinated services between various allied health professions. Prerequisites: Graduate Status

The study of communication processes among gerontological professionals, staff, patients, healhcare providers, and administrators. Emphasis on research strategies and practical learning experiences to facilitate interaction. (Same as GERO 5026.)

The study of communication perspectives and skills helpful in providing integrated, coordinated services between various allied health professions. Prerequisites: Graduate Status

Concepts and practices of news coverage for the electronic media, with special attention to field techniques, visualization and editing. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

This course is an advanced study exploring how our gendered lives influence relationships. Special attention will be given to theory and research of, and on, the ways gender and communication interact. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

Advanced studies in organizational life emphasizing research and theory. Students will study current research in the field and conduct research in an organization. Students will be encouraged to extend and develop theory. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

Analyses of relational development, maintenance, change and conflict in contexts shaped by professional, community, familial and friendship relationships.

This course examines various aspects of contemporary communication. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

Understanding and analyzing social movements that seek to create social and/or political change, using primary texts from social movements as well as rhetorical scholarship that analyses social movements. Examines discourses and images used for gaining compliance, changing attitudes/behaviors, inspiring action, and creating social change. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

Study of the professional practices of public relations, emphasizing theories of excellence in public relations functions, processes and ethics in multicultural society. Includes group work with actual client. Prerequisite: 3 credit hours of undergraduate coursework in the field.

Studies of group action, interaction, and leadership designed to apply small group theory. Emphasis on the nature of group communication as exemplified in the discussion/conference model. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

Theories of perception, methods of analysis of visual media, and principles and strategies of visual communication, emphasizing critical thinking about the role and function of media in society. Prerequisites: Graduate Status.

The strategies, processes, procedures and steps involved in creating marketing and public relations communication materials for a variety of different media.

Communication Law & Ethics explores the legal and ethical systems that govern communication. Focus is on ethical perspectives and the development of communication policies, regulations, and laws and how those rules apply to different cases.

Legal limitations and privileges affecting publishing, advertising, broadcasting, telecasting; consideration of legal philosophy bearing on mass communications media. Prerequisite: Graduate Status.

The study of propaganda theory and methods. Opinion-making processes in government, political parties, pressure groups and various societal institutions. The role of mass media in public opinion formation.

This course is a survey of classical and contemporary thinking on persuasion from a rhetorical perspective. The study of persuasion dates back to ancient Greece and Rome, and has continued to grow in academic study. Great thinkers such as Plato and Aristotle spent a great deal of time writing about and discussing the value and parameters of the 'art of persuasion.' Contemporary scholars continue to explore persuasion from a rhetorical perspective and also draw on data generated through social scientific studies. As such, we will delve into the history, complexity, and power of persuasion, as well as explore contemporary examples of persuasion in public discourse.

Field experience in print or electronic media, as proposed by the student to meet appropriate educational goals. Prerequisite: Completion of 9 credit hours of graduate coursework; approval of major professor and site supervisor.

Individual study in A. Rhetoric and Public Address; B. Forensics; C. Interpersonal Communication; D. Organizational Communication; E. Communication Theory; F. Instructional Communication. Maximum of 6 hours of Directed Study can be applied to any graduate degree. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor, department head, and Dean.

A major creative, research, and/or service-based piece of work. Flexible format that can combine written work with performance and audio/videotape development and/or documentation.

Grades of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded.