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Undergraduate Communication

2015 Summer Term

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INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN COMMUNICATION

COMM 110

A basic course designed to help students increase their effectiveness in public speaking and interpersonal communication through learning current theory and developing skills through actual classroom experiences. A beginning course in principles of oral communication designed to develop confidence and precision through classroom speaking. For information about the waiver examination see the Proficiency/General Studies Requirements section of this Bulletin.

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PUBLIC RELATIONS TACTICS I

COMM 203

A beginning exploration of public relations communication styles as they apply to various media, including news releases, public service messages, media alerts, newsletters and brochures.

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INTRODUCTION TO CINEMA (GA)

COMM 236

Focuses on understanding and appreciating film as a unique visual communication experience. Includes an introduction to the understanding of film language and different theories of film aesthetics and criticism.

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VIDEO PRODUCTION II: MEDIA STORYTELLING

COMM 258

This course will consist of advanced video and field production labor, lectures, outside reading assignments and exams. Each student will write, produce and direct a series of theme-based production assignments over the course of the semester, and strive to improve on video production skills first introduced in Video Production I: Fundamentals of Video. Student will gain knowledge in advanced knowledge in field equipment, non-linear editing, graphic production, and multi-media presentations. The work in the course will primarily focus on individual project efforts, unless approved by the instructor.

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ADVERTISING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS RESEARCH LITERACY

COMM 275

Students will learn about information gathering for communication planning. They will learn to assess the quality of research reports. Students will study survey and group research methods. They will examine subscription data sources commonly used for advertising and public relations and learn about media tracking and Web page evaluation.

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TELEVISION NEWS REPORTING AND PRODUCTION

COMM 341

Television News Reporting and Production is a course in the theory and practice of reporting and practice of reporting, photographing, writing, editing and presenting television news. Students will also enroll concurrently in Practicum in Television News (SPEECH/JOURNLSM 332) for one unit.

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COMMUNICATING LEADERSHIP

COMM 373

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the study and practice of leadership from a communication perspective. Examination of leadership concepts and theories in organizational, group, and public contexts will illustrate the interactive process wherein leaders and followers are able to achieve collective goals. Students will analyze their personal leadership styles and develop leadership communication skills through case studies, self-assessments, projects and classroom exercises.

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CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNICATION (DV)(GS)

COMM 424

Study of cross cultural contacts and interactions when individuals are from different cultures. An analysis of verbal and nonverbal communication and related factors within and between various cultures, predictions of patterns and effects, and communication barriers.

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NEW COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

COMM 440

This course examines the major innovations in the telecommunication industry. Students will explore alternative regulatory contexts in which these systems can develop and address the implications of these developments in a variety of social, institutional and philosophical contexts.

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INTERNSHIP IN COMMUNICATION

COMM 493C

Professional experience in which the student who aspires to a career in corporate and/or health communication works for an approved employer in his/her area of interest. (A maximum of three units of internship may be applied toward a communication major; a maximum of three units may be applied toward a communication minor). Three additional units may be applied toward graduation, but not toward the major or minor. Students may only register for 3 units at a time. Repeatable up to 6 units.

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INTERNSHIP IN ELECTRONIC MEDIA

COMM 493E

Professional experience in which the student works in the electronic media industries under the supervision of a professional. (A maximum of three units of internship may be applied toward a speech communication major; a maximum of three units may be applied toward a speech communication minor.) Three additional units may be applied toward graduation, but not toward the major or minor. Students may only register for 3 units at a time.

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PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP

COMM 493I

Professional experience in which the student who aspires to a career in public relations, works for an approved internship setting in his/her area of interest. A maximum of three units of internship may be applied to a speech communication major or to a speech communication minor. Additional units may be applied to graduation, but not toward the major or minor.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

COMM 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable.