Courses and Syllabi

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Fall 2025

Graduate

600-Level Courses

COMM 600: Introduction to Graduate Studies (3 Credits)

Offers a broad introduction to the field of communication in terms of communication-based theories and research. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to graduate program in communication or permission of graduate program director.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Communication.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

2 Sections Currently Scheduled

COMM 600 - 001: Intro to Graduate Studies — Anne M. Nicotera — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Krug Hall 204
COMM 600 - 002: Intro to Graduate Studies — Richard T Craig — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Krug Hall 210

COMM 605: Intercultural Communication (3 Credits)

Analyzes communication variables related to communication across cultures. Topics include nonverbal communication, time conceptualizations, perceptions and attitudes, values, social organization patterns, cultural norms, language, ethics, conflict across cultures, and research in intercultural communication. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 605 - 001: Intercultural Communication — Jackie Poapst — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM T - Research Hall 201

COMM 637: Risk Communication (3 Credits)

Research on sharing information about physical hazards such as toxic waste, radiation, disease, injury, biohazards. Topics include communication concerning workplace safety, environmental problems, risk assessments, and scientific uncertainties. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 637 - 001: Risk Communication — Pratiti Diddi — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M - Innovation Hall 133

COMM 640: The Issues of Science and Politics (3 Credits)

Focuses on current and emerging issues in science and politics. Deals with selected advanced topics and provides students with opportunities to apply new skills and knowledge to projects related to their own interests. Spends considerable time exploring the causes and effects of science politicization and its impact on society. Consists of three modules, each representing a particular controversy. Offered by Communication. Limited to three attempts.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 640 - DL1: Issues of Science and Pol — Sergei A. Samoilenko — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R - Online

COMM 642: Science and the Public (3 Credits)

Examines the relationship between science and society, with a particular emphasis on the role of communication in shaping public opinion on issues related to science and technology. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 642 - 001: Science and the Public — Chris Clarke — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM W - Buchanan Hall D003

COMM 650: Intro to Research Methods in Communication (3 Credits)

Introduces various research methods used by communication professionals. Focus on achieving understanding and knowledge of social scientific research, qualitative and quantitative, and critical analysis through use and application. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Communication.

Enrollment limited to students in the LA-MA-COM, LA-MAIS-ISIN or LA-PHD-COM programs.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 650 - 001: Research Methodologies-Comm — Sojung Claire Kim — Richard T Craig — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - East Building 201

COMM 653: Graduate Seminar in Instructional Communication (3 Credits)

Investigates theoretical and practical implications of instructional communication. Exposes graduate students to communication principles and practices of teaching college courses at upper and lower divisions. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 653 - 002: Instructional Communication — Andrew E Rudd — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM M - Krug Hall 209

COMM 690: Special Topics in Communication (3 Credits)

Explores contemporary issues in communication theory, research, and practice. Notes: Topics vary. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Communication. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 15 credits.

Specialized Designation: Green Leaf Related Course, Topic Varies

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 690 - 001: GlblHlthComm:Criticl Perspctvs — Iccha Basnyat — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M - Innovation Hall 131

700-Level Courses

COMM 700: Building Social Science Theory (3 Credits)

Explores the process of developing and testing social science theories. Emphasizes the components and mechanisms of theory - such as variables and causality - in a manner intended to inform rigorous social science inquiry using quantitative or qualitative methods. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Grading:
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 700 - 002: Building Social Science Theory — Tim Gibson — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Music Theater Building 1008

COMM 706: Strategic Communication (3 Credits)

Examines commonalities of strategic communication campaigns across fields (e.g., military, diplomacy, health, politics, marketing, public relations) in order to understand strategic communication, compare fields, and emphasize strategic and evaluative research across fields. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Recommended Prerequisite: COMM 630 or permission of instructor.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 706 - 001: Strategic Communication — Mitchell E. Marovitz — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM W - Innovation Hall 133

COMM 775: Media Content Analysis (3 Credits)

Introduces content analysis, a research technique for making replicable and valid inferences about text in sources such as news articles, advertisements, and television programs. Students design and conduct research using content analysis techniques. Offered by Communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.

2 Sections Currently Scheduled

COMM 775 - 001: Media Content Analysis — Kevin B Wright — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM W - Innovation Hall 203
COMM 775 - 002: Media Content Analysis — Kevin B Wright — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Innovation Hall 204

COMM 798: Communication Studies Project (3 Credits)

Final research seminar for all MA in communication students. Students discuss practical and theoretical issues related to project or thesis. Includes readings related to underlying theoretical, methodological, and ethical issues facing contemporary communication researchers and practitioners. MA students must take 798 in the semester of graduation or w/ permission of the MA Director. No more than 3 credits can be applied to the degree. Offered by Communication. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.

Recommended Prerequisite: COMM 600 and COMM 650.

Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Thesis

Grading:
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.

1 Section Currently Scheduled

COMM 798 - DL1: Communication Studies Project — Tim Gibson — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM M - Online

Courses and Syllabi

Fall 2025

Graduate

600-Level Courses

COMM 600: Introduction to Graduate Studies (3 Credits)

COMM 605: Intercultural Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 637: Risk Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 640: The Issues of Science and Politics (3 Credits)

COMM 642: Science and the Public (3 Credits)

COMM 650: Intro to Research Methods in Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 653: Graduate Seminar in Instructional Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 690: Special Topics in Communication (3 Credits)

700-Level Courses

COMM 700: Building Social Science Theory (3 Credits)

COMM 706: Strategic Communication (3 Credits)

COMM 775: Media Content Analysis (3 Credits)

COMM 798: Communication Studies Project (3 Credits)

800-Level Courses

COMM 820: Health Communication Campaigns (3 Credits)

COMM 890: Special Topics in Communication (3 Credits)

Topics Courses

COMM 890: Special Topics in Communication (3 Credits)