48_ Communication Studies

48C: (Communications)

48C:001. Oral Communication -- 3 hrs.
Development of speaking and listening skills by studying the process and theory of communication and by applying communication principles to various speaking situations. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48C:004. Interpersonal Communication -- 3 hrs.
Study of communication in relationships; exploration and experience with concepts and processes involved in one-to-one communication. Prerequisite: 48C:001. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48C:006. Current and Historical Issues in Communication -- 3 hrs.
Overview of the discipline of communication, with special attention to contemporary social issues, contexts, and technology. Uses selected theories to generate critiques of specific communication events. Prerequisite: 48C:001. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:011. Oral Interpretation: Texts in Performance -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to the performance, analysis, and criticism of literary and aesthetic texts. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:015. Interpreters Theatre: Directing and Scripting for Group Performance -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to basic forms of staging and adapting of literary and non-traditional texts for group presentation. Work in narrative theatre, compiled scripting, and ensemble performance. Prerequisite: 48C:011 or equivalent. (Offered Spring)

48C:020. Technology and Human Communication -- 3 hrs.
Investigation of the interplay of technology and communication and the impact on social behavior, thought, and culture. (Offered Fall)

48C:024. Media Literacy -- 3 hrs.
Development of the ability to critically analyze media messages by examining the techniques, technologies, and institutions that are involved in media production. (Offered Spring)

48C:031. Group Communication -- 3 hrs.
Study of communication in groups; exploration and experience with concepts and processes involved in group communication. Prerequisite: 48C:001. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:071. Public Speaking -- 3 hrs.
Teaches students to prepare, adapt, present, and critique a variety of speeches in a public setting. Prerequisite: 48C:001. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:074. Argumentation and Debate -- 3 hrs.
Training in the basics of academic debate and policy analysis. Prerequisite: 48C:001. (Offered Fall)

48C:080. Introduction to Research Methods -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to the process of research and inquiry across the discipline of communication studies. Includes three units: qualitative, quantitative, and rhetorical. Students will be introduced to the normative expectations of the research process. Prerequisites: 48C:001; 48C:006. (Offered Spring)

48C:091; 48C:191. Applied Forensics -- 1 hr.
Credit for approved participation in competitive speech and debate activities. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:093; 48C:193. Applied Performance Studies -- 1 hr.
Credit for approved work in Performance Studies (e.g., participation in Interpreters Theatre, performance in community, campus, or festival settings; or related activity). May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:108(g). Performance Texts and Contexts: Performance and Social Change -- 3 hrs.
Study of the creation and theory of interactive performances as a method to investigate political and social issues. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Formerly section within 48C:111g.) (Offered Spring)

48C:110(g). Performance Texts and Contexts: Cultural Performance -- 3 hrs.
Study of creation and theory in cultural contexts of personal, narrative, folk story, performances of identity in everyday life, ceremony, and ritual. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Formerly section within 48C:111g.) (Offered Fall)

48C:113(g). Social Protest: Performance and Rhetoric -- 3 hrs.
Study of rhetorical and performance texts as they function in social action, therapy, public awareness, identity formation, and rhetorical movements. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

48C:114(g). Public Folklore and Performance -- 2 hrs.
Cultural traditions, rituals, narratives, and celebrations within various communities. Exploration of applied research and performance projects for public awareness, education, and social action. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

48C:117(g). Interpreters Theatre Production -- 1-2 hrs.
Advanced problems in preparing scripts and directing a group performance for public presentation. Usually involves directing, scripting, designing, or researching for an Interpreters Theatre production. Prerequisites: 48C:015; approved Performance Studies project application; junior standing; consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:119(g). Readings in Performance Studies -- 1-3 hrs.
Extensive individual study of special topics in performance studies theory, history, or research. Prerequisites: 48C:011; 48C:108 or 48C:110; junior standing. (Variable)

48C:121(g). Nonverbal Communication -- 3 hrs.
Patterns of human expression apart from the spoken or written word. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Same as 680:102g.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:122(g). Language and Communication -- 3 hrs.
Communication and language theories, including discourse analysis, ethnography of speaking, conversation analysis, and language and social contexts. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:123. Rhetorical Theories -- 3 hrs.
Survey of the development of rhetorical theory from classical times to the present. Exploration of what constitutes communication, what role it plays in social/political/cultural orders, how it differs between groups, and how it affects social change. Emphasis on classical to contemporary rhetorical theory or contemporary rhetorical theory. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered odd Falls)

48C:124(g). Communication Theories -- 3 hrs.
Investigation of concepts offered by various theorists to explain human communication behavior. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:126(g). Critical Thinking in Communication -- 3 hrs.
Exploration of practical application of thinking to facilitate and analyze effective communication behaviors. Prerequisites: minimum of 12 hours in communication; junior standing; consent of instructor. (Variable)

48C:128(g). Ethics in Communication -- 2 hrs.
Exploration of ethical dimensions and dilemmas in the field of communication. Intended for graduating seniors. Prerequisite: senior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:131(g). Advanced Group Communication -- 3 hrs.
In-depth study of theories and research in group communications. Prerequisites: 48C:001; 48C:031; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48C:132. Organizational Communication -- 3 hrs.
Study of communication channels and patterns which occur in large organizations where personnel are largely interdependent. Prerequisite: 48C:001. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:134(g). Organizational Cultures and Communication -- 3 hrs.
Study of how communication contributes to overall organizational culture. Special attention to interpretive and critical theory and research. Prerequisites: 150:153 or 48C:132; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:135(g). Organizational Communication Assessment -- 3 hrs.
Methods used to assess communication behavior and communication effectiveness in organizations. Special attention to communication auditing techniques, and creation of appropriate intervention techniques. Prerequisites: 48C:132; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:136(g). Mediation Theory and Process -- 3 hrs.
Analysis of mediation concepts and processes involving third party intervention in a conflict context. Prerequisites: 48C:004; junior standing. (Offered odd Falls)

48C:138. Health Communication -- 3 hrs.
Theories of communication in health care settings, current issues in health communication, types of applications in interpersonal, organizational, and public communication contexts; literature and performance methods in health education. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered odd Springs)

48C:139. Interviewing -- 3 hrs.
Interviewer and interviewee functions in business and professional settings; excludes journalistic interviews. Prerequisite: No credit toward major for 48C:139 if credit in 48C:173. (Offered Spring)

48C:141(g). Listening -- 2 hrs.
Study of theory and process of listening, methods of improving skills, and career applications. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:142(g). Family Communication -- 3 hrs.
Theories of communication in traditional and alternative family systems. Examination of the role of verbal and nonverbal messages in the creation and negotiation of family structures, meanings, decision making, conflict, and intimacy. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Fall)

48C:144(g). Advanced Interpersonal Communication -- 3 hrs.
Advanced study of theories and research in interpersonal communication. Prerequisites: 48C:004; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:146. Oral History Communication -- 3 hrs.
Methods of researching, interviewing, analyzing, and presenting oral history materials. Applications for communication research and performance, including public relations problems and campaigns, interpretation projects in museums and organizational settings. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered even Springs)

48C:148(g). Communication and Conflict Management -- 3 hrs.
Exploration of the processes involved in managing conflict in various communication contexts. Prerequisites: 48C:004; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48C:151(g). Intercultural Communication -- 3 hrs.
Study of variables which affect the accuracy, depth, and success of cross-cultural communication. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48C:153(g). Gender Issues in Communication -- 3 hrs.
Examination of social construction of gender identities through verbal and non-verbal behaviors in daily interaction. Critical analysis of biological, sociological, and patriarchal explanations for presumed gender differences in communication. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Fall)

48C:155(g). Communication, Community, and Change -- 3 hrs.
Study of communication practices in the construction, enhancement, and maintenance of communities. Theory and application in case studies of specific communities. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered odd Springs)

48C:160(g). Political Communication -- 3 hrs.
Study of the elements of national and/or local political communication, including the rhetoric of political campaigns, and/or the rhetoric of elected officials. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered even Falls)

48C:166(g). Selected Topics in Communication -- 3 hrs.
Intensive work in specialized communication concepts, processes and approaches. No single emphasis may be repeated although the course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

48C:168(g). Message Design and Delivery -- 3 hrs.
Advanced course which teaches students to prepare, adapt, and deliver messages in a variety of public settings. Special attention is paid to integrating presentation technology into the speech communication process. Prerequisites: 48C:001; 48C:071; junior standing. (Offered even Springs)

48C:172. U.S. Public Address -- 3 hrs.
Training of students in critical skills used to analyze public discourse of the U.S., including the methods of textual, biographical, and analogical criticism. Emphasis on historical public address to 1925 or contemporary public address. (Variable)

48C:173. Business and Professional Oral Communication -- 3 hrs.
Exploration of theories and experiences in business and professional dyadic, small group, and public communication situations, with emphasis on developing individual communication skills and professionalism. Prerequisites: 48C:001; no credit toward major for 48C:173 if credit in 48C:139. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:174(g). Argumentation: Cases and Studies -- 3 hrs.
Analysis of selected cases and theories of argumentation. Emphasis on standards of ethics, logic, and evidence as aspects of argument. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered odd Springs)

48C:176(g). Freedom of Speech -- 3 hrs.
Development of laws and social attitudes that have attempted to regulate communication in the United States; relation of free speech to national security, to regulation of the public forum, and to artistic expression; analysis of doctrines and tests used by the Supreme Court in interpreting the limits to free expression. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

48C:178(g). Persuasion -- 3 hrs.
Examination of relationships between speech communication and change in belief/action patterns; emphasis on study of drives, motives, and attitudes as these are influenced by speech. Prerequisites: 48C:071; junior standing. (Variable)

48C:179. Cooperative Education -- 1-6 hrs.
(Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48C:180(g). Quantitative Research Methods -- 3 hrs.
Examination of principles and procedures of communication research with emphasis on experimental and survey methods and techniques. Students will complete research projects. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Formerly section within 48C:181g.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:183(g). Qualitative Research Methods -- 3 hrs.
Examination of principles and procedures of communication research with emphasis on interpretive and ethnographic techniques. Students will complete research projects. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Formerly section within 48C:181g.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:184(g). Teaching the Oral Component of Language Arts -- 2 hrs.
Study of process of communication as it relates to children's speaking and listening skill development; examination and development of teaching strategies and resources for teaching oral communication skills at elementary level. Prerequisites: junior standing; consent of instructor. (Variable)

48C:187(g). Teaching of Speech -- 3 hrs.
Teaching strategies for grades 7-12; application of educational principles to the communication classroom. Credit also as a course in education for a student whose major is speech. Strongly recommended to precede student teaching. Prerequisites: 12 hours of speech; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

48C:188(g). Methods of Directing Forensics -- 2 hrs.
Exploration of strategies for successfully directing a competitive speech and debate program. Credit also as a course in education for a student whose major is speech. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48C:189(g). Rhetorical Communication Research Methods -- 3 hrs.
Examination of principles and procedures of rhetorical criticism. Students will complete research projects. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Formerly section within 48C:181g.) (Offered odd Springs)

48C:191. Applied Forensics -- 1 hr. (See 48C:091.)
(Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:193. Applied Performance Studies -- 1 hr. (See 48C:093.)
(Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:195. Senior Seminar in Communication -- 1 hr.
Students prepare a resume and a portfolio of their best work for review by faculty and communication professionals. Intended for graduating seniors. Offered on credit/no credit basis only. Prerequisites: completion of 24 hours of 48C:xxx course work; senior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48C:197(g). Internship in Communication -- 1-6 hrs.
Intensive work in specialized area at an off-campus work facility. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisites: junior standing; consent of intern advisor and department head. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48C:201. Introduction to Graduate Study and Research -- 3 hrs.
Exploration of communication research methodologies and resources. (Offered Fall)

48C:212. Seminar in Performance Studies -- 3 hrs.
Various topics offered with specific title indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated more than once provided it is on a different topic. (Variable)

48C:222. Seminar in Communication -- 3 hrs.
Various topics offered with specific title indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated more than once provided it is on a different topic. (Variable)

48C:224. Communication Theory -- 3 hrs.
In-depth exposure to historical and contemporary scholarship in the human sciences that informs and constitutes theories of communication. Interdisciplinary with focus on theories that describe and explain human communicative behavior. (Offered Spring)

48C:232. Seminar in Organizational Communication -- 3 hrs.
Various topics offered with specific title indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated more than once provided it is on a different topic. (Offered Fall)

48C:244. Interpersonal Communication -- 3 hrs.
Synthesis of psychological, sociological, philosophical analysis of person-to-person communication. (Offered Spring)

48C:282. Seminar in Communication Education -- 3 hrs.
Various topics offered with specific title indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated more than once provided it is on a different topic. (Offered Fall)

48C:291. Projects in Communication Studies -- 1-3 hrs.
May be repeated for a maximum of 3 hours. Consent of departmental committee must be obtained before registration. (Variable)

48C:292. Graduate Internship -- 2-3 hrs.
Experiential learning appropriate for the student’s model program of study in the master of arts in communication curriculum. Prerequisites: Fully admitted into the graduate program; have completed a minimum of 12 hours of graduate course work in the department; permission of faculty advisor who will determine any other prerequisite courses. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48C:299. Research.
(Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48E: (Electronic Media)

48E:003. Introduction to Electronic Production -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to audio and video production theories and techniques. Emphasis on gaining an understanding of production terminology, a mastery of basic production techniques, and comprehension of the information these communicate to an audience. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:011. Audio Production: (Topic) -- 1-6 hrs.
Advanced theory and practice of producing audio programming for a variety of areas. Topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours if topic is different. Prerequisites: 48E:003; 48E:071. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:013. Video Production: (Topic) -- 1-6 hrs.
Advanced theory and practice of producing video programming for a variety of areas. Topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours if topic is different. Prerequisites: 48E:003; 48E:071. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:021. Electronic Media Literacy -- 3 hrs.
Development of ability to read television; a basic knowledge of how and why media images are selected, in order to foster a more dynamic relationship between citizens and media. Prerequisite: 48J:002. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:071. Beginning Writing for Electronic Media -- 3 hrs.
Techniques and script styles used in writing copy, continuity, and programs for radio and television. Prerequisite: 48J:002. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:073. News Writing for Electronic Media -- 3 hrs.
Principles and practice of writing, editing, and compiling news for electronic media. Prerequisite: 48J:007. (Variable)

48E:091; 48E:191. Applied Electronic Media -- 1 hr.
Credit available for qualified students who work on campus radio station, KGRK, and/or on other authorized radio/TV/film projects. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48E:111. Audio Practicum: (Topic) -- 1-6 hrs.
Production of a weekly audio program, with students filling the roles of all production staff. Topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours if topic is different. Prerequisite: 48E:011. (Variable)

48E:112. Multimedia Production -- 3 hrs.
Examination of principles of design and creation of interactive multimedia applications. Prerequisites: 48E:003; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:113. Video Practicum: (Topic) -- 1-6 hrs.
Production of weekly television program, with students filling the roles of all production staff. Topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for maximum of 6 hours if topic is different. Prerequisite: 48E:013. (Variable)

48E:115. Advanced Reporting for Electronic Media: (Topic) -- 3 hrs.
Principles and practices of radio or television news gathering and presentation. Writing, field acquisition of information, editing and story construction, performance, and analysis of news process. Topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for maximum of 6 hours if topic is different. Prerequisite: 48E:073. (Variable)

48E:117. Electronic Media Projects -- 1-6 hrs.
Individualized independent production for audio and/or video. Students work under the supervision of faculty on a major project beyond the scope of existing courses. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisites: 48E:011 or 48E:013; junior standing; consent of instructor. (Variable)

48E:121(g). Electronic Media and Culture -- 3 hrs.
Examination of electronic media and its relationship to culture. Use of a number of approaches to define culture and to analyze media products as cultural forms. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

48E:123(g). Television Form, Content, Criticism: (Topic) -- 3 hrs.
Advanced examination of television programming forms and content as an art form and as a vehicle for dissemination of information. Analysis may include historical and/or contemporary examples. Topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for maximum of 6 hours if topic is different. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Variable)

48E:131(g). Electronic Media: Audience Analysis -- 3 hrs.
Examination of characteristics and behaviors of electronic media audiences. Special attention to audience research methodologies and impact of new communication technologies on audience behavior. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

48E:132(g). Electronic Media: Law and Policy -- 3 hrs.
Examination of electronic media and related policies and procedures in the United States, including areas of broadcast, common carrier, and cable regulations. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48E:134(g). Electronic Media Management -- 3 hrs.
Examination of administrative oversight of electronic media business aspects such as production, programming, personnel, sales, and engineering. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Offered Fall)

48E:136. Electronic Media Sales and Promotion -- 3 hrs.
Sales techniques in television and radio; analysis of sales organizations and operations; principles and problems of broadcast promotions; and principles and practices of television and radio development, including promotion and fund raising. Prerequisites: 48E:071; junior standing. (Variable)

48E:138(g). Broadcast and Cable Programming -- 3 hrs.
Informational programming responsibilities for radio and television, including development of a philosophy concerning effective programming strategies. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Variable)

48E:139(g). Electronic Media Industries: (Topic) -- 3 hrs.
Focus on operation of various mass media industries as they evolved and function as social, cultural, political, and economic entities. Topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for maximum of 6 hours if topic is different. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Variable)

48E:141(g). Electronic Media: Processes and Effects -- 3 hrs.
Examination of processes, functions, and effects of electronic media. Special attention to impact of electronic media on the nature of political process, violence and aggressive behavior, and individual attitudes and behavior. Prerequisites: 48E:021; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48E:161(g). Communication Technologies -- 3 hrs.
Examination of past, current, and emerging communication technologies and how they affect those who use them. Emphasis on the variety of social consequences, intended or not, that can result from use and interaction with communications technologies. Prerequisites: 48J:002; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:166(g). Selected Topics in Electronic Media -- 3 hrs.
Extensive work in specialized electronic media concepts, processes and approaches. May be repeated once on a different topic. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Variable)

48E:171(g). Script Writing -- 3 hrs.
Theory and practice of writing scripts for nonjournalistic programming in audio and video, including information, dramatic, and variety formats. Prerequisites: 48E:013; junior standing. (Variable)

48E:191. Applied Electronic Media -- 1 hr. (See 48E:091.)
(Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48E:195. Senior Seminar in Electronic Media -- 1 hr.
Exploration of trends in electronic media field as applied to assessment of student's electronic media knowledge and skills. Synthesis paper required. Prerequisite: senior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:197(g). Internship in Electronic Media -- 1-8 hrs.
Intensive work in specialized area at off-campus work facility. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisites: junior standing; consent of intern advisor and department head. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48E:201. Introduction to Graduate Study and Research -- 3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48C:201.) (Offered Fall)

48E:222. Seminar in Mass Communication -- 3 hrs.
Various topics will be offered with specific title indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated more than once provided it is a different topic. (Variable)

48E:224. Mass Communication Theory -- 3 hrs.
Designed for beginning graduate students to explore mass communication inquiry. Provides students with working knowledge of some of the major literature on mass communication theory and research. (Variable)

48E:291. Projects in Electronic Media -- 1-3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48C:291.) (Variable)

48E:292. Graduate Internship -- 2-3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48C:292.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48E:299. Research.
(Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48J: (Journalism)

48J:002. Mass Communication and Society -- 3 hrs.
Survey of basic mass communication processes, including history and structure of media and media-related industries and sales, audiences, effects, careers, and future directions. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:007. Reporting Methodologies and Sources -- 3 hrs.
Emphasis on information gathering techniques for the mass media, including examination of search strategies, sources, and news values. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:071. News Writing for Print Media -- 3 hrs.
Principles and practice of writing, editing, and compiling news for the print media. Prerequisites: 48J:002; 48J:007. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:091; 48J:191. Applied Journalism -- 1 hr.
Credit for approved work in journalism (e.g., campus newspaper or related activity). May be repeated for maximum of 4 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:121(g). History of Mass Communication -- 3 hrs.
Development of the structure, economics, and content of communication in the United States; examination of significant persons and events contributing to the technological, economic, and social development of mass media. Equal emphasis on print and electronic media. Prerequisites: 48J:002; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48J:124(g). Communication Theories -- 3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48C:124g.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:132(g). Mass Communication Law and Ethics-- 3 hrs.
Origins and backgrounds of mass communication law and ethics, including that in journalism and public relations. Contemporary problems and issues in mass communication-related law and ethics. Libel, fair trial, law, and self-regulation in journalism, public relations, and advertising. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:151(g). Global Mass Communication Systems -- 3 hrs.
Media practices and philosophies in the major regions of the world. Government and economic structures of global communications processes and practices. Prerequisites: 48J:002; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48J:166. Selected Topics in Mass Communication -- 3 hrs.
Study of current issues in mass communication. Prerequisite: 48J:002; junior standing. (Variable)

48J:171(g). Advanced Reporting -- 3 hrs.
Gathering information and writing and editing of complex news stories; emphasis on advanced techniques of interviewing, journal research, and personal observation. Prerequisites: 48J:071; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:172. Editing and Design -- 3 hrs.
Copyreading, proofreading, writing headlines; studying make-up, typography, and photography. Prerequisite: 48J:071 or consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:176(g). Magazine Article Writing -- 3 hrs.
Writing and marketing different types of articles for various publications. Prerequisites: 48J:071 or 620:015 or consent of instructor; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48J:178(g). Specialized Reporting: (Topics) -- 3 hrs.
Prepares students to gather and report news in specialized areas such as business, education, sports, science, health, environmental issues, and international affairs. Two or three topics to be included in each offering of the course; topics indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit only by taking different topics. Prerequisites: 48J:171 or consent of instructor; junior standing. (Variable)

48J:191. Applied Journalism -- 1 hr.
(See 48J:091.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48J:197(g). Internship in Journalism -- 1-8 hrs.
Intensive work in specialized area at off-campus work facility. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisites: junior standing; consent of intern advisor and department head. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48P: (Public Relations)

48P:005. Principles of Public Relations -- 3 hrs.
Introduction to theories, processes, and techniques involved in researching, planning, and implementing programs designed to influence public opinion and human behavior. Prerequisites: 48C:001; 620:005. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:091; 48P:191. Applied Public Relations -- 1 hr.
Credit for approved work in public relations (e.g., problems of campaign on campus or in the community). May be repeated for maximum of 4 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:170(g). Global Public Relations -- 3 hrs.
Examination and comparison of cultural and geopolitical distinctions of global public relations practice. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Fall)

48P:173. Public Relations Writing -- 3 hrs.
Conceptualization and multi-media adaptation of copy for public relations campaigns. Prerequisite: 48J:007. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:182(g). Public Relations Campaign Methods -- 3 hrs.
Analysis and production of public relations tools; techniques to gain reaction and support from specialized groups. Planning and preparation of public relations communications materials and use of controlled (public) media to reach target audiences. Prerequisites: 48P:005; junior standing. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:184(g). Public Relations: Integrated Communications -- 3 hrs.
Study of strategies and practice of skills needed to practice "Integrated Communications", which includes use of public relations in the mix of marketing communication function within organizations. Prerequisite: junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48P:188(g). Public Relations: Cases and Studies -- 3 hrs.
Analysis of selected cases and their ethical implications; design and simulation of particular public relations campaigns conducted by students. Prerequisite: senior standing or consent of instructor. (Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:190(g). Public Relations Management -- 3 hrs.
Study and analysis of strategies and processes used in managing firms and internal departments; emphasis on management of on-going relations programs. Prerequisites: 48P:182; junior standing. (Offered Spring)

48P:191. Applied Public Relations -- 1 hr. (See 48P:091.)

(Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:197(g). Internship in Public Relations -- 1-8 hrs.
Intensive work in specialized area at off-campus work facility. May be repeated for maximum of 8 hours. Prerequisites: junior standing; consent of intern advisor and department head. (Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)

48P:201. Introduction to Graduate Study and Research -- 3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48C:201.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:222. Seminar in Mass Communication -- 3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48E:222.) (Variable)

48P:224. Mass Communication Theory -- 3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48E:224.) (Variable)

48P:282. Seminar in Public Relations -- 3 hrs.
Various topics offered with specific title indicated in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated more than once provided it is on a different topic. (Variable)

48P:292. Graduate Internship -- 2-3 hrs.
(Cross listed as 48C:292.) (Offered Fall and Spring)

48P:299. Research.
(Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer)