Performance and Communication Arts 331 - Presidential Campaign Rhetoric

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St Lawrence University

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Description:

This course, which is taught once every four years, examines the diverse forms and functions of rhetoric within the context of presidential election campaigns, paying particular attention to that year's election. Students engage in a variety of formal and informal oral and written exercises related to the persuasive strategies candidates, the media and independent organizations use to advance their agendas. The course pays particular attention to stump speeches, convention speeches, political debates, political advertising, campaign Web sites, political cartoons and news coverage of elections.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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