COM 225 - Political Communication & Activism

Semester Hours: 3
A study of the role of symbols in political communication and the techniques and strategies employed by politicians, campaign officials, and social activists. Activism is the intentional effort to bring about social, political, or cultural change in a group or society. Students will investigate strategies for effective campaign communication and activism, the role of activism in democratic society, and the close connection of activism to the study of communication. Special attention is given to recent election campaigns and social movements.

Pre-requisites: GEN 110 - Composition I: Academic Writing.

Offered: occasionally.