COM 100Introduction to Communication
- Subject
- COM
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
Meredith College · Courses
COM
36 courses with the subject COM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
COM 188Special Topics in Communication1
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 210Meredith College Student News
This course will offer students the opportunity to learn how television journalism works. Students will learn how editorial decisions are made and will get hands-on experience weaving the elements of video, audio, and the written word into television stories that can inform and inspire. Under the direction of the COM faculty, students will write, shoot, edit and produce a biweekly newscast. May be repeated for credit. Credits 1
- Subject
- COM
- Type
- course
- Repeatable
- May be repeated for credit.
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 212Sports Communication3
This introductory course introduces the role and function of communication through the lens of sports. It provides an overview of various types of communication common in sports, such as public relations, journalism, interpersonal, organizational, and digital media. While exploring the history of sports communication, students will also apply course principles to produce sports-related content, such as press releases, sports reporting, and/or social media campaigns.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 1040
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 215Introduction to Public Relations3
ipline will
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 225Public Speaking3
A basic introduction to communication, primarily through public speaking, that stresses organization and delivery of spoken messages. Units include informative speaking, special occasion speaking, the use of language in oral style, audience analysis, and the use of logic and critical thinking in persuasive communication.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 235Applied Quantitative Research3
In this course, students will learn to use quantitative data through participation in an applied research project. Students will identify appropriate quantitative data to answer a research question and then use technological tools to organize, analyze and present that data. By the conclusion of the course students will generate a tangible product showcasing their participation in this project.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 260Interpersonal Communication3
An introduction to relational communication. The student should increase their sensitivity of communication skills by questioning habits, traditions, and current ideas and behaviors related to person perception and communication. Through lectures, discussion, activities, and exercises, students will attai the knowledge and skills to become more effective communicators. They will also increase their awareness of everyday communication behaviors. Credits 3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 288Special Topics in Communication
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest. Credits 1 -3
- Subject
- COM
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 290Introduction to Mass Communication3
An introduction to the field of mass communication that deals with the examination of radio, newspapers, magazines, film, television and the internet. This course includes historical backgrounds of each division, career opportunities, current trends, and predictions. It is designed to enhance student appreciation of the various components of mass media.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 295Career Planning and Portfolio1
This course is designed to help new communication majors get established in the program by; 1) introducing the department's academic portfolio process, 2) developing students' academic course plans and 3) coaching students in their creation of personal and professional goals. This seminar also introduces research on emotional intelligence (EQ) and explores how EQ is connected to personal wellness and professional success. Learners will participate in an individual assessment of emotional intelligence and use the results along with Strengths Finder to develop goals focused on success in college and beyond. Credits 1
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 299Communication Research Project1
In conjunction with a faculty mentor, the student will conduct an original research project that will culminate in a paper and a presentation. A research proposal form completed by the student and the mentor is required for registration.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 300Small Group Communication3
Theory and practice of effective communication in small groups, including: stages of group development, role emergence, leadership functions, decision making strategies, conflict management, and the significance of power.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 316PR Techniques3
In this course, students will learn a range of tools PR practitioners use in their day-to-day activities in preparing materials for print, broadcast and online media. Students will also gain skills in managing media relations, crisis situations, and event planning. Credits 3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- gradcatalog.meredith.edu
COM 320Media Law and Ethics3
An introduction to the history and development of media law in the United States since the early 1900s. Readings and lectures include: the First Amendment, libel law, copyright protection, different regulations regarding print and electronic media, regulation of obscene and erotic material, the Freedom of Information Act, the regulation of advertising and telecommunication regulation. Covered topics include, to some degree, the role of ethics and morality as they apply to current media practices, such as industry mergers and censorship issues. Credits 3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 330Communication Research3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 350Business and Professional3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- gradcatalog.meredith.edu
COM 360Writing for the Media3
The theory and practice of writing for print and broadcast media on an introductory level. Areas of study involve writing for newspapers, magazines, radio news, television news, documentaries, film, and public relations. The course is taught in a seminar-workshop environment. Credits 3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 365Digital Media Convergence3
Convergence is the blending of text, sounds, still and motion images in the media environment to create integrated media. This course features units on visual literacy, photo editing, audio processing, video editing and web publishing. Students learn theories of audio and visual aesthetics and produce individual content for the web. Credits 3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- gradcatalog.meredith.edu
COM 370Nonverbal Communication3
Theory and research in nonverbal communication, including environment, space, physical appearance, body movement, eyes and facial expressions, and social cues. Nonverbal communication in personal, workplace, and cultural settings. Credits 3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 374Forgiveness and Communication3
A course focusing on the theories of interpersonal relationships by exploring the developmental, maintenance and deterioration stages. Explores both verbal and nonverbal messages, listening, and conflict resolution.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 375Gender Communication3
Effects of gender on the interpersonal communication process. Explanations of gender differences, communication about women and men via language and media, and interpersonal communication.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 380Interactive & Social Media3
This course focuses on developing Social Media content for information sharing, branding, and marketing. Along with readings and discussion of research regarding interactive and social media, students will develop their own social media presence and writing.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 388Special Topics in Communication
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest. Credits 1 -3
- Subject
- COM
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 390Intercultural Communication3
This course examines communication from perspectives grounded in four premises: that culture happens through communication; that by understanding culture and how it shapes communication, we come to understand communication better; that intercultural communication can happen visibly as well as invisibly; and that knowing about communication and about culture can (sometimes) make intercultural communication go more smoothly.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 400Special Topics in Communication3
Seminars will investigate a specific topic from a communication perspective, and address the various communication contexts that are the basis of current pedagogy in the field. These contexts include rhetorical criticism, mass communication, interpersonal communication, and organizational communication. Examples of specific topics include conflict management, persuasion, and mediated communication.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 410Guided Senior Project3
In conjunction with a faculty instructor, the student will formulate and execute an original research project that will culminate in a paper and presentation.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 415PR Cases and Campaigns3
As a capstone experience, students engage in service learning to create a campaign client-based project in a nonprofit setting.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 425Media, Culture & Society3
A critical look at the role of contemporary mass media in our society. It examines the relationship of communication media and popular culture. Topics include media mergers, obscenity and indecency issues in television and radio, "reality" TV programming, current advertising and public relations issues, messaging and imaging in the media, and changes in FCC regulations.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 450Relational Communication3
An advanced course focusing on the theories of interpersonal relationships by exploring the developmental, maintenance, and deterioration stages. Explores both verbal and nonverbal messages, listening, and conflict resolution.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 475Interpersonal Capstone3
This course will provide students with an in-depth study of the research conducted on relational conflict, forgiveness and reconciliation. Building on broad research skills, this course will offer students advanced skills to conduct research, synthesis results and present research findings. Students will then propose a research project as part of their course final project.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 480Interpersonal Communication3-6
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- gradcatalog.meredith.edu
COM 488Special Topics in Communication
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest. Credits 1 -3
- Subject
- COM
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 495Senior Seminar3
This course is the culminating senior experience for majors with the goal of helping students transition to career and graduate school. The course is designed to build critical understanding of the major theoretical traditions in communication and apply these theories to everyday life.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 498Honors Thesis3
An honors thesis involves a scholarly scientific project selected by the communications major in consultation with the student's advisor and subject to departmental approval, which will involve conducting a pilot study focusing on the student's area of specialization. Research, observation, writing and interpreting results will all be conducted by the student. In addition, the student is required to present their thesis orally in an appropriate setting to an audience. Credits 3
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
COM 499Communication Research Project1
In conjunction with a communication faculty mentor, the student will formulate and execute a research project at an advanced level of complexity that will culminate in a paper and presentation. A research proposal form completed by the student and faculty mentor is required for registration.
- Subject
- COM
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- catalog.meredith.edu
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