WRC 2334 - Rhetoric of Resistance

Institution:

Transylvania University

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Description:

After a brief overview of some key rhetorical principles, this course will examine the practices and strategies utilized by individuals, groups, and movements who have challenged and are challenging concentrated interests of power. Specifically, it examines the South African and international anti-apartheid movement, those individuals and groups who opposed U.S. foreign policy in Latin America during the Cold War and who are continuing to oppose it today, and finally, a courageous group of women in Argentina who publicly challenged the brutal military regime in their country. Examines a wide variety of rhetorical 'texts,' including newspaper articles, underground pamphlets, songs, films, autobiographies, documentaries, photographs, human rights reports, performances, speeches, and books. In addition to reading and viewing these texts, this course will consist of short writing assignments, brief presentations to the class, and a final project. Interdisciplinary course appropiate for those interested in the fields of rhetoric, communication, political science, history, and women's studies. IV

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.transy.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 233-8300

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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