CMST 1000. Introduction to Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

A survey of communication principles and processes as they relate to interpersonal communication, small group communication, culture and communication, persuasion, communication in organizations, and mediated communication.

CMST 1300. Public Speaking. 2 cr. hrs.

Examines theory and practice of effective public speaking. The course includes informative, persuasive, and occasional speaking. Criticism and critical listening skills will also be emphasized.

CMST 2000. Introduction to Small Group Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines theories, principles and methods of small group communication. The course will focus on such topics as: leadership, problem solving, roles, norms, and climate. The class takes a systems approach to groups and students will have hands-on experience in a decision making group.

CMST 2010. Communication Approaches to Interviewing. 3 cr. hrs.

Stresses communication theory and current research related to interviewing. Provides in-class practice with interchanging roles as interviewer/interviewee in several types of interviews. Current research in interviewing techniques, assistance in resume preparation and legal guidelines for questions are among the topics for discussion.

CMST 2100. Interpersonal Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines person-to-person communication with a focus on such topics as social roles, conflict management, relationship development, perception, communication effectiveness and relevant theories. Prereq: CMST 1000.

CMST 2300. Business Communication. 2 cr. hrs.

Provides students with the opportunity to explore and develop the presentation skills necessary for success within the context of business through a study of communication and theory. Includes informative, persuasive, and small group presentations, as well as an emphasis on critical thinking, listening, non-verbal and technological presentation skills. Students may not receive credit for both CMST 2300 and CMST 1300. Prereq: Soph. Stndg. and enrolled in College of Business.

CMST 2310. Argument in Contemporary Society. 3 cr. hrs.

Explores the role of argument in contemporary society. Includes analysis and application of various theories of public argumentation. Areas include identification of fallacies, refutation, forms of argument, and formal and informal logic.

CMST 2600. Foundations of Communication Studies. 3 cr. hrs.

Surveys major theoretical approaches to communication studies, reviews the history of the discipline and introduces students to basic research methods in the field.

CMST 2800. Debate/Forensic Practicum. 1-2 cr. hr.

Students participate in intercollegiate debate and/or individual events and travel to various tournaments. A maximum of 2 credits can apply towards graduation.

CMST 3100. Communication and Conflict. 3 cr. hrs.

Communication and conflict explores theoretical and experiential avenues to conflict management, resolution, and regulation through communication styles and methods. The communicative contexts for investigation are interpersonal and organizational (profit and non-profit). Exercises and case studies provide an opportunity to implement theoretical learning from the course.

CMST 3200. Organizational Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Presents historical and current perspectives on the origins and usefulness of organizational theories as they relate to communication issues. Emphasizes the relationship between organizational life and communication principles. Ultimate goals, assumptions, and cases relating to organizational communication theories are developed and discussed.

CMST 3210. Business and Professional Presentations. 3 cr. hrs.

Explores and offers practice in the types of oral communication faced in organizational settings. The emphasis is on creation, development, and delivery of professional presentations building on persuasion and informative speaking skills.

CMST 3240. Diffusion of Innovations: The Role of Communication in Technological Change. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduces the role communication plays in the spread of new ideas through social systems. By investigating the variables that influence the diffusion process, students will learn how to assess and proactively affect change processes.

CMST 3300. Persuasion. 3 cr. hrs.

Surveys theories, principles, and practices of persuasion. Special emphasis on the social, psychological and cultural study of influence. Prereq: CMST 1000.

CMST 3310. Ethics in Human Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Explores theoretical and practical ethical questions of importance to responsible communicators in personal and public contexts. Discussion of ethical theories in communication studies will provide an opportunity to explore case studies and contemporary communication dilemmas critically, while heightening personal sensitivity to the underlying ethical implications of human communication.

CMST 3340. Classical Rhetorical Theory. 3 cr. hrs.

Analyzes Greek and Roman rhetorical theory from the rise of the early sophists in Greece to rhetoric's decline in the early Christian era. Special emphasis on Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, and Quintilian. Prereq: CMST 1000 and CMST 3300; or cons. of instr.

CMST 3350. Modern Rhetorical Theory and Criticism. 3 cr. hrs.

Discusses contemporary theoretical and critical approaches to the description, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of public discourse. Examines and applies principles established by such theorists as Kenneth Burke, Ernest G. Bormann, Chaim Perelman, and Stephen Toulmin, among others. Prereq: CMST 1000 and CMST 3300; or cons. of instr.

CMST 3410. Intercultural Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines the influence of culture on communication within Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa. International in scope, the course also analyzes communication between people from different national cultures and provides an analytical framework for dissecting intercultural exchanges.

CMST 3800. Communication and the Legal Process. 3 cr. hrs.

This course focuses on the role of communication in the American legal system. The course is designed to acquaint students with the various dimensions of communication in the practice of law with a particular emphasis on the trial process.

CMST 4110. Family Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduces communication phenomena in the family setting. Examines how communication affects the development, maintenance, and enhancement of family relations.

CMST 4120. Gender and Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines the relationship between gender and communication. Includes discussion of verbal and nonverbal communication patterns of males and females, various explanations for these patterns, perceptions of gender differences and the implications these perceptions have for people in several contexts (public, interpersonal, and organizational).

CMST 4130. Communication and Urban Families. 3 cr. hrs.

This course investigates communication about urban families, the communication links between urban families and institutions, and communication practices within urban families. The course emphasizes the diversity among urban families as well as the stressors and strengths found in the urban context. Prereq: CMST 1000.

CMST 4220. Communication Approaches to Training and Development. 3 cr. hrs.

Emphasizes development of training sessions within organizations. Diagnostic methods for assessing needs and determining the utility of specific training are explored. Roles of consultant, in-house human resource trainer, and liaison with subject matter experts are differentiated. Students develop training modules for communication skills training.

CMST 4230. Managerial Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

The communication relationship between managers and employees involves a set of circumstances not often found in everyday communication with friends and colleagues. The differences in power, knowledge, job description, and life experiences create many unique and challenging interactions. This course looks in-depth at the circumstances which affect communication between managers and their employees as well as at a number of theories and strategies for improving communication in the workplace.

CMST 4250. Leadership and Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Explores communication variables involved when leaders attempt to influence members to achieve a goal. Topics include: power, credibility, motivation, research on leader traits, styles and situations, and current models of leadership such as transactional, transformational, charismatic, and functional approaches. The different leadership challenges posed by community and institutional settings will also be explored. Prereq: CMST 3200 or cons. of instr.

CMST 4260. New Communication Technologies in the Workplace. 3 cr. hrs.

Presents a historical and theoretical review of the impact of new communication technologies on organizations and their membership. Focuses on the organizational, social and communicative implications of new communication technologies across a broad range of contexts in the organizational setting, including: interpersonal, groups and teams, management, and technological innovations. Includes some special topics particularly relevant to new communication technologies including: anonymity, privacy and surveillance, and technology apprehension. Prereq: CMST 3200 or cons. of instr.

CMST 4270. Communicating in Multinational Organizations. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines the influence of culture on communication in organizations. Global comparisons in organizational communication are offered including analysis of European, Asian, and Latin American corporate cultures. Intercultural communication in U.S. organizations is also explored.

CMST 4320. Philosophy of Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

This course outlines foundational theories and concepts regarding rhetoric's contribution to our understanding of reality, knowledge, truth, and certainty. Topics include: the role of rhetoric in the construction of our knowledge of science, politics, ethics, religion, law, gender, and culture.

CMST 4330. Freedom of Speech. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines definitions, issues, problems, and requirements for protecting or curbing free expression of speech in areas such as defamation and invasion of privacy; religious-moral heresy; provocation to anger; commercial speech; time, place, manner and institutional constraints; and prior restraint. Analysis of landmark cases and contemporary public arguments.

CMST 4360. Rhetoric of Social Movements. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines the rhetoric of social change and methodologies for analysis and appraisal of social movement discourse. Rhetorical strategies will be traced through contemporary movements including: civil rights, feminism, Native American, anti-nuclear, abortion, gun control, Ku Klux Klan, and others. Prereq: CMST 1000 and CMST 3300; or cons. of instr.

CMST 4400. Cross-Cultural Communication in the United States. 3 cr. hrs.

Explores the dynamics of cross-cultural communication in the U.S. and obstacles to effective interaction across American co-cultures. Examines the interpersonal patterns of selected ethnic groups, races, religions, and social classes in the U.S. with the aim of improving cross-cultural understanding and communication.

CMST 4500. Health Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Provides an introduction to the field of health communication. This course examines the role of communication in health care with a focus on provider training and the provider-patient relationship. Theoretical models for developing effective health communication programs are discussed and applied within a variety of health care settings.

CMST 4600. Communication Consulting. 3 cr. hrs.

Students are introduced to communication consulting and the design implementation of communication audits for corporate and non-profit settings. Surveys various models of consulting. Students learn to design and implement a communication audit that includes needs assessment, interpretation, and recommendations. Methods of audits include survey design, interviews and focus groups. Prereq: CMST 1000, and CMST 3200; or cons. of instr.

CMST 4810. Directing Speech Activities. 3 cr. hrs.

Theory and practice in the organization and management of co-curricular speech activities in high school and college.

CMST 4953. Seminar in Communication Studies. 1-3 cr. hr.

Special subjects of seminar to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Variable topics.

CMST 4961. Special Institute/Workshop/Project in Communication Studies. 1-3 cr. hr.

CMST 4986. Internship in Communication Studies. 1-3 cr. hr.

Internship in Communication Studies provides students with the opportunity to apply theories, skills, and techniques in communication as believed appropriate within specific organizational settings. S/U grade assessment. Prereq: CMST 1000 and CMST 2000 and CMST 2310 and cons. of dept. ch.; plus three upper division CMST credits.

CMST 4995. Independent Study in Communication Studies. 1-3 cr. hr.

Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

CMST 4997. Communication and Contemporary Issues. 3 cr. hrs.

A capstone experience for Communication Studies majors. Examines communication theories and principles in the context of contemporary events and social issues. Students conduct original communication research and apply theories to specific communication contexts and practices. Prereq: Must have completed at least 24 credit hours in the CMST major.

CMST 4999. Senior Thesis. 1-3 cr. hr.

The application of rigorous methodology in developing and writing a thesis under the direction of an adviser. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COMM 1100. Contemporary Presentation. 3 cr. hrs.

Principles and extended practice of rhetorical elements of written and oral presentation. Individual work in various essay and oral forms; group presentation; and use of presentation software. Essays of definition, comparison and contrast, process, and summary; oral presentation in introductory, expository, persuasive and ceremonial forms. 3 hrs. lec., disc. Prereq: ENGL 1001.

COMM 1200. Media in Society. 3 cr. hrs.

Surveys the historical, economic and cultural development of the mass media in America. Introduces the theoretic approaches utilized to understand the media's role in society.

COMM 2100. Introduction to Visual Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

Broad in scope, this course is an introduction to visual communication. Not discipline-oriented, the course focuses on the principles and elements of visual communication. Through application of language and principles, students learn to analyze and address 2D and 3D visual communication problems. 3 hrs. lec., disc.

COMM 2500. Introduction to Communication Research Methods. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduces students to the systematic process of asking and answering questions associated with communication inquiry. Various quantitative and qualitative methodologies will be explored which will enable students to design, conduct, interpret and evaluate research more critically. Prereq: CMST 1000, COMM 1200 and Soph. stndg. or cons. of instr.

COMM 3800. Media Law. 3 cr. hrs.

Legal standards/doctrines governing libel, privacy and other areas of law directly affecting the media. Special consideration of legal problems in advertising, broadcast and electronic communication, journalism and public relations. Emphasis on the constitutional protection of freedom of expression and the media. Analysis of how these standards, doctrines and constitutional procedures affect the work of media professionals. Prereq: Jr. stndg.

COMM 3900. Ethical Problems of Mass Communications. 3 cr. hrs.

The practice of journalism and mass communications as ordered by moral principles. Prereq: Jr. stndg. and PHIL 2310.

COMM 4100. Mass Media and the American Family. 3 cr. hrs.

The impact of the mass media on family communication patterns, familial value structures, development of children, and orientation to news media. Examination of news, advertising, and entertainment content from educational, cultural and economic perspectives. Emphasis on empirical social science research which examines relationships between media and families. Prereq: Jr. stndg.

COMM 4200. International Communication. 3 cr. hrs.

History of the comparison among present structures of national media systems and the role of journalism within them. Principles of international news flow, gatekeeping, impact of technology, and the relationship between developing countries. Exploration of various models of press-government relationships. Prereq: Jr. stndg.

COMM 4300. Survey Research and Reasoning for Communication Professionals. 3 cr. hrs.

Covers how to conduct, understand, interpret and communicate the results of political polls and other forms of sample surveys used in the media. Includes an introduction to data analysis and related reasoning, principles and techniques of sampling, questionnaire construction for various platforms (e.g. online, telephone, mail), the verbal and visual presentation of results for various audiences and ethical consideration. Prereq: Jr. stndg. or cons. of instr.

COMM 4400. Mass Communication Theory and Research. 3 cr. hrs.

Theoretical and methodological considerations involved in mass media research. Examines quantitative and qualitative approaches within the context of the media as social institutions. Prereq: Jr. stndg; or cons. of instr.

COMM 4500. Race and Gender Issues in Mass Media. 3 cr. hrs.

Surveys the past and present relationship between women and racial and ethnic minorities in the United States and the mass media. Specifically, the issues of how women and people of color are portrayed in the news and entertainment media, the role of ownership, employment and access to the media institutions will be studied. Women's Studies elective. Prereq: Jr. stndg.

COMM 4600. Media Management. 3 cr. hrs.

Staffing, organization, economics, salaries, law, labor negotiations and community relations as involved in the mass media. Theoretical and practical approaches to the problems of management.

COMM 4700. Media and Politics. 3 cr. hrs.

How the news media cover politics and how politicians deal with news coverage. Emphasis is on recent presidential campaigns, with special attention to ethical issues, the impact of new media, campaign advertising and strategies used by politicians and journalists. Prereq: Jr. stndg. and POSC 2201.

COMM 4951. Marquette Led Travel and Study Abroad:. 3 cr. hrs.

Course taught in an international setting by Marquette professors and where students earn Marquette credit. Study Abroad expenses apply.

COMM 4953. Seminar in Communication. 1-3 cr. hr.

Special topics of seminar to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Variable topics.

COMM 4961. Special Institute/Workshop/Project. 0-3 cr. hrs.

0 credit will be SNC/UNC grade assessment; 1-3 credits will be graded.

COMM 4986. Internship in Communication. 0-3 cr. hrs.

Provides students with the opportunity to apply theories, skills, and techniques in communication. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.; cons. of associate dean.0 credit will be SNC/UNC grade assessment; 1-3 credits will be S/U grade assessment.

COMM 4995. Independent Study in Communications. 1-3 cr. hr.

Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COMM 4999. Senior Thesis. 1-3 cr. hr.

The application of rigorous methodology in developing and writing a thesis under the direction of an adviser. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.