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  • CM 180: Journalism Practicum

    1.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    Students practice newswriting, editing, and crafting other journalistic pieces for the student newspaper. This course provides hands-on experience in all aspects of production of a student newspaper, including design, layout, and editorial practices
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  • CM 200: Communication Seminar

    1.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An introduction to the history and current issues in the study of communication and an exploration of careers in this field
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  • CM 202: Business Communication

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    A theoretical student and practical application of communication principles related to business, both internally and externally. Emphasis is given to written communication in accomplishing organizational objectives. The written assignments in this course (letters, memoranda, emails, business reports/proposals) are derived from supposed business scenarios/situations. The job and internship-finding process, which includes letters of application, resumes, and interviewing skills, receives special emphasis
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  • CM 210: Persuasion

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An examination of a variety of persuasive theories that are used by individuals, organizations, advertisers, media, governments, and other institutions to influence thinking and behavior. Students investigate elements of persuasion, and look at how it functions within a variety of private and public contexts
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  • CM 225: Political Communication

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An examination of various theories and practices of political communication and the range of contexts within which it occurs. Students explore communication employed by government and political leaders, mass media, lobbyists and interest groups, and individual citizens and citizen publics. The course allows students to analyze numerous examples of political communication such as blogs, speeches, debates, campaign advertisements, political protests, and other communication vehicles
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  • CM 232: Organizational Communication

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An examination of theory and research as it applies to communication in various types of organizations. Topics include organizational cultures, communication styles associated with different management approaches, gendered communication styles, power and influence, conflict management, and an analysis of the effects of technology on organizational communication. Students apply these theoretical foundations to the creation and analysis of messages
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  • CM 236: Gender Differences in Comm

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An examination of gender differences in communication that are sustained by cultures. Students will explore how gender roles are created and perpetuated. They will then examine the ways our interpersonal and social interactions, including our experience with the mass media, influence our probability of success, satisfaction, and self-esteem. In assignments and discussion, students will link theory and research on gender and communication with their personal lives
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  • CM 240: Advertising

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An introduction to the history, principles, and practice of effective advertising. Students develop strategies for successful campaigns using various media and critically evaluate the ethical, economic, and persuasive effects of advertising
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  • CM 242: Public Relations

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An examination of the principles and practice of effective public relations. Students learn to shape information to meet the goals of organizations in reaching diverse publics. Ethical, social, and economic issues are critically examined
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  • CM 255: Media and Crime

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course explores the social construction of crime in the media; the framing of crime, criminals, and victims in media stories; media portrayals of law enforcement, the judicial system, and corrections; and the impact of media on crime policy and practice. Students will learn about the conventions of news, entertainment, and social media - as well as the larger social and cultural roles of media - in order to develop a critical approach to understanding of media and crime. The role of race, class, and gender within the relationship between media and crime is a prominent theme throughout the course
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