COMM 485 - Media Law and Ethics

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University of Evansville

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Description:

Examines the rights, responsibilities, and constraints on public communication in the United States. Emphasis on the effects and interaction of differing ethical constructs and First Amendment theories and sources of constraints on the mass media. Covers regulatory policies affecting advertising, public relations, journalism, and present and future electronic mass mediums. Also examines legal areas of libel, privacy, obscenity, access to and ownership of information, and media outlets. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing. Spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.evansville.edu/

Phone Number:

(812) 488-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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