50:192:101 Introduction to Communication (3) An introduction to the basic principles and phenomena of communication, including interpersonal, intercultural, small group, and organizational communication as well as mass media and social media. Also provides an overview of major theories of communication as a basis for further study.

50:192:210 Advertising Communication (3) This course will introduce students to the fundamentals involved in the advertising profession, with particular attention to the communication methods used to achieve success in this field. Using a hands-on approach, students will focus on key steps in the creative process: from understanding a product's value, to devising messages that appeal to targeted audiences, to communicating through words and visuals. We'll look at successful ad campaigns and strategies now being employed in the digital era. Tapping into current workplace practices, students will emulate the tasks of advertising professionals, creating ad copy, formulating marketing strategies, and developing full-blown advertising campaigns. Prerequisite: 50:989:101.

50:192:211 Introduction to Mass Communication (3) A survey course examining the history and modern developments of newspapers, magazines, books, radio, television, movies, music, the internet, advertising, and public relations.

50:192:229/230 Special Topics in Communication (3/3) Pilots new courses in communication to gauge student interest.

50:192:281 Public Speaking (3) This course is an introduction to public speaking through an overview of theories of rhetoric and the art of oratory, and by practice in composing and delivering speeches in a range of genres, including informative and persuasive. In addition, it orients students to the multiple forms in which public speech circulates today, including face-to-face and digital environments.

50:192:307 Public Relations (3) An introduction to the field of public relations (PR), which will lay a groundwork toward developing the skills required to become a PR professional.

50:192:308 Terrorism and the Media (3) This course explores global news channels with a particular focus on the coverage of terrorism. It examines information gathering and dissemination about terrorism under different political, social, and cultural systems, with a focus on the role of the United States in regards to terrorism, and how this role compares to and influences countries around the world. This course will provide students with knowledge of current affairs regarding terrorism globally and allow them to analyze media messages in a critical way.

50:192:329/330 Special Topics in Communication (3/3) Pilots new courses in communication to gauge student interest. Prerequisite: 50:989:102.

50:192:340 Independent Study in Communication (3) An opportunity for advanced students to work individually with an instructor on a self-determined course of study. The project culminates in a substantial paper. Prerequisite: 50:989:102.

50:192:440 Independent Study in Communication (3) An opportunity for advanced students to work individually with an instructor on a self-determined course of study. The project culminates in a substantial paper. Prerequisite: 50:989:102.