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Examines language as the primary symbolic medium through which humans record, represent and understand experience. Assigned readings require students to consider culture as a complex system of symbolic interactions, and to identify relationships among language acts, identity, social contexts and cultural meanings. Students will examine how language is a cultural medium that shapes perception, understanding and social interaction, in order to understand the ways in which language influences their own thinking and behavior. (Writing-intensive.) (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, 101, or one course in sociology or anthropology. Maximum enrollment, 20.
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This course investigates the symbolic processes at work within a dramatically-changing organizational landscape, especially as communication technologies call for greater coordination, speed up the pace of work, distribute work processes, and demand cross-cultural cooperation. Students apply leading theoretical perspectives to analyze and evaluate the networks of communication within and with organizations, strategies of decision-making and problem solving, organizational missions and ethics, and conflict mediation. Prerequisite, One course is Communication, Psychology or Sociology.
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Study of the ways people co-create meanings and influence each other through the strategic use and misuse of symbols. Includes the study of message- and audience-centered theories of persuasion, propaganda, persuasion's place in democratic societies, and the roles of reason and emotion in the persuasion process. Students critique and produce persuasive discourses including public service announcements, political speeches, advertisements and news reports. (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, 101, 210, or consent of instructor.
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An introduction to the fundamental questions of the discipline. Investigates the role of symbolic communication, the essential features of interpersonal communication and group process, and the consequences of mediated communication. Theoretical examples draw on diverse communication practices that shape one's view of self and other. Phelan (fall); Casey, Dowd (spring).
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An exploration of the fundamental questions regarding how human communication differs from the communication of other living creatures. Drawing on key readings from the communication discipline, students work collaboratively to discover what makes humans unique. Readings incorporate articles on human communication and scientific studies of birds, frogs, chimps, bees, elephants, among others. (Writing-intensive.) (Oral Presentations.) (Proseminar.) Maximum enrollment, 16. Phelan.
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Covers dynamics of relationship development, negotiation and construction of shared meaning, self concept and conflict management. Students study theory and engage in discussion and exercises designed to enhance their effectiveness in interpersonal communication and their understanding of its theoretical underpinnings. (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, 101, 202,. Dowd.
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From an individualistic perspective the study of small group processes presents three challenges for the student. First, it is crucial to understand the significant role of groups in American society. Second, one must move beyond the interpersonal dimension to recognize the multi-faceted focus of the group. Third, the study of group process must address the complexity of cultural, political and social influences. This course conftronts these challenges through the study of cross-cultural perspectives, theoretical analysis and detailed hypothetical applications. (Writing-intensive.) (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, 101, 202, 280, 222. Maximum enrollment, 20. Dowd.
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This course examines the philosophical approaches to and practical implications of ethics in communication. Students gain insight into the relevance and pervasiveness of communication ethics in everyday life through an examination of leading theorists and various ethical challenges, including responsibility, justice, transparency, and autonomy. Students develop their own views on ethical issues, while applying ethical models to specific examples of communication in relationships, the workplace, politics, religion, mass media and digital media. Casey.
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Examines theoretical perspectives and conceptual frameworks underpinning the study of communication and its disciplinary interests. Current theories and scholarly literatures are reviewed and applied to group presentations, weekly papers and a research paper. (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, open to concentrators, minors or consent of instructor. Casey.
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3.00 Credits
Investigates the impact of mass media on American society in order to more clearly understand the problems of living in a world dominated by media technology. Examines relationships between various components of the media process, focusing on how media alters our understanding of politics, persons and communities. Prerequisite, one course in communication, government or sociology. (Same as American Studies 310.) Phelan.
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