Introduces strategic media relation tactics when responding to the media, specifically crisis communication situations.

Surveys social scientific theories and research on contemporary entertainment media.

Surveys and analyzes rhetorical communication theories and theorists from classical to contemporary times and focuses on rhetoric’s relationship with philosophy, knowledge, reason, science, technology, and culture.

A critical survey of social science based communication theories; an examination of the nature, processes and functions of communication theory in a variety of contexts.

Basic concepts and techniques of communication research.

Study of cultural similarities and differences as they affect communication within and across cultural boundaries.

Survey of theories and research on gender and communication.

Examines basic theory and skills, including impart of perception, self-concept, listening, nonverbal messages, and language on interpersonal communication, including conflict, relationship development, friendship, family and romantic relationships.

This course provides an overview of the use of media and communication in sport.

Theory, attitudes and skills essential to effective and ethical public communication.