COMM-ST 448      Principles Of Public Relations
An overview, presenting the function, purposes, procedures and practices of public relations, its role in society, industry, government and politics, and its potential as a career field. This is a survey course with primary emphasis on theory, supplemented with applied techniques.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 456      Electronic Journalism
A practical approach to the practices and principles of broadcasting news media, including preparing copy for microphone and camera, editing wire copy, reporting public affairs and public relations, and an intensive scrutiny of the concepts of freedom and responsibility as they apply to the press and current legislation. Prerequisite: COMM-ST 351. Fall and winter.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 457      Producing And Distributing Media
Survey of Contemporary practices used in the producing, funding and distribution of media for theatrical, broadcast, home video/dvd and web-based markets. Lectures, discussion and projects. Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 458WI      Publicity, Promotion And The Media
Writing intensive. A study of controlled and uncontrolled (public) media and their use to effect motivation of various target audiences, and alteration of attitudes, opinions, and beliefs in special publics; examination of the theory and nature of messages and materials generated by PR departments or counseling firms; analysis and practice in development of specialized communications materials, such as house organs, news releases, publicity and speeches to gain reaction and support from specialized groups. Prerequisite: COMM-ST 351 and successful completion of the WEPT. Offered: Fall.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 462      Public Broadcasting
A study of the development of public broadcasting, its position and responsibilities in the world of modern communications. Programming and operations concepts and philosophies of public broadcast facilities will be studied and analyzed. Prerequisite: COMM-ST 220. Offered: On demand.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 466      Advanced Electronic Journalism
An advanced study of television and Internet news gathering, field production and performance for electronic media. Prerequisite: COMM-ST 456 or consent of instructor. Offered: Spring
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 470      Directing
An advanced course in video techniques with emphasis on creating complex formats for broadcasting, recording and performance. Lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Prerequisite: COMM-ST 250. Offered: Spring.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 471      Advanced Media Production
An advanced course in media production techniques involving knowledge and practical use of video, film and sound equipment to create professionally competitive media productions. Lecture, discussion, laboratory and research. Prerequisites: COMM-ST 250, COMM-ST 373, and COMM-ST 354 or Instructor Consent. Offered: Fall
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 473      Directing Actors and Scenes
This intensive workshop class seeks to deepen the student director's understanding of the acting process and provide ways of clearly and creatively communicating with actors. The course will deepen students' understanding of blocking scenes and designing camera coverage. It will explore the role of the director as a guiding creative force in the making of a film through collaboration and provide techniques for scene analysis and preparation. Students will cast, rehearse and present a live performance for their final project and design appropriate camera coverage. Prerequisites: Com Studies 250.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 478      Media Law
A comprehensive examination of the law as it pertains to advertising, public relations, journalism, commercial and electronic media, broadcast regulatory agencies, corporate speech and corporate participation in elections. Students will study topics that include the First Amendment, defamation and privacy. Court opinions and legislation will be the course's primary focus, however students will also examine contemporary and historic theory of free expression. Offered: On demand.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 483      Research Seminar In Communication Studies
This is the departmental capstone course and is required for majors in their last semester of their senior year. The course summarizes and extends student's theoretical and applied understanding of the role of communication competence in the work place and beyond. The course also focuses on refining student's research competencies and their appreciation of the cultural role of modern communication methods. Offered: Fall and Spring.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM-ST 484      Communication Studies Activities
Internships opportunities for advanced students involved in community and campus activities. Student must receive approval of advising professor in semester prior to enrollment. No more than four hours with any one project. Fall, winter and summer.
Credits: 1-4 hours
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COMM-ST 498      Special Problems In Communication Studies
Research and/or projects for advanced upper class students. Student must receive approval of advising professor in semester prior to enrollment. No more than three hours with any one instructor. Offered every semester.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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