Communications

Minor Requirements

1. PSY 241

   Mass Media. 4. The study of mass media, including the impact of mass media on the ways people conceptualize the world, and the impact of mass media on human behavior. The course will look at a variety of media, including books and magazines, television, radio, film and the internet

   As published: “Mass Media”
   4
2. Select three of the following:

   Not resolved to a course
   12
3. BUS 310

   Professional Communications. 4. Introduction to key elements of verbal, nonverbal and written communication with potential employers, clients, regulators, supervisors, subordinates and co-workers. Development of active listening, presentation, group process and business writing skills.Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fulfills business and policy studies requirement

   As published: “Professional Communications”
   1998
4. BUS 324

   Marketing Management. 4. An extensive course in marketing, focusing on product definition, branding, distribution channels, advertising and promotion. Strategic decision-making analysis, global marketing overviews and social responsibility issues are emphasized throughout the course

   As published: “Marketing Management”
5. ENGL 282

   Journalism. 4. A hands-on introduction to journalistic writing. All students will be working Guilfordian staffers while learning the fundamentals of news, feature and opinion writing as well as newspaper style. No journalistic experience required

   As published: “Journalism”
6. ENGL 285

   Guilfordian Internship. 1-2. Workshop options include editing, website management, layout, graphic design, photography and video. Advanced writing option available to ENGL 282 veterans.Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Repeatable

   As published: “Guilfordian Internship”
7. JPS/PSY 270

   Interpersonal Communications (PSY 270)

   Not resolved to a course
8. MUS 153

   Roots Music in the U.S: Blues, R&B, Soul, & Rock and Roll. 4. Covers the growth and evolution of roots music in America, including blues, rhythm & blues, gospel, soul and country music, and culminating in the birth of rock & roll. Students will learn about these enduring styles, the key artists that defined them, and the social contexts that engendered them. Fulfills arts and diversity in the U.S. requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Roots Music in the U.S: Blues, R&B, Soul, & Rock and Roll”
   2019
9. MUS 295

   WQFS Practicum. 2,4. Students will engage in projects including, but not limited to: understanding and implementing FCC regulations such as licensure, organizing, shelving, and maintaining the music library, show production, publicity, website, and DJ communications/correspondence. Although there is not prior DJ experience needed to take this course, students are strongly encouraged to be active DJs during the semester they are registered for the course. Students also will have the opportunity to participate in peer evaluations, connect with other college radio stations at peer schools, and increase their knowledge of college radio through readings and discussions

   As published: “WQFS Practicum”
10. PSY 352

    Psychology of Language. 4. Study of the psychological aspects of language use, including language acquisition, language production and comprehension, the dynamics of interpersonal communication, and the relationship between language and thought. Also explores issues of memory, mental representation, and neuroscience as they relate to the study of language.Prerequisite: PSY 100 or 224

    As published: “Psychology of Language”
11. REL 161

    Religion in the New Media. 4

    As published: “Religion in the New Media”
12. SOAN 267

    Race and Gender in Media Focus. 4

    As published: “Race and Gender in Media Focus”
13. SOAN 362

    Popular Culture and Media Studies
14. THEA 161

    Masterpieces of the Cinema I. 4. Exploration of film as an art form that visually represents ideas under the influence of a single person, group of creative people or society and culture. Introduces basic film terminology and analytical techniques used for contemplation of a film and its basic components. Fulfills the arts requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Masterpieces of the Cinema I”
    2019
15. THEA 262

    Queer Cinema. 4. Study of the impact cinematic representation has on attitudes towards gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered Americans. Engages students in conceptual analysis of films and mass media using theories of representation, authenticity and identity construction. Fulfills arts and diversity in the U.S. requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “Queer Cinema”
    2019
16. THEA 265

    Artistry in Film. 4. Study of the major aesthetic elements in film and video production ? light, space, time-motion and sound. Develops the knowledge and skill to select and apply those aesthetic elements in order to help translate significant ideas into significant visual messages quickly and effectively.Prerequisite: THEA 161 recommended but not required. Fulfills arts requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Artistry in Film”
    2019

Any 290/390 Internship approved by minor coordinator