COM 3760 - Special Topics in Mass Media

3 cr

This course is an in-depth exploration of a variety of national and international topics as presented in "new" and "old" media. Current controversies, concerns and related media responses will inform the content of each course offering. Past topics have included war propaganda, political campaign blogs, media marketing to teenagers, and media representation of cultural conflict in the 1960s. As topics change, this course may be repeated for credit.
This course fulfills the World Views Frame of Reference.
Prerequisite: COM 1220 or permission of instructor.
Fall