Carries transcript credit but does not count in credits required for graduation. Does not fulfill any requirement, nor can it substitute for COM 101, the required writing course. Should be used as elective only after consultation with academic advisor and English faculty chairperson. Requirements include a research paper using MLA documentation guide lines and several expository papers.
Course is available only after placement by departmental faculty.
COM 103 - Fundamentals of Speech Basic course in the development of communication attitudes and skills with a view to enabling the student to feel comfortable and competent in public speaking ventures. COM 122 - Mass Media Introduction to interrelationships between contemporary American life and communication media. COM 131 - Writing for the Media Introduction to writing styles and format requirements necessary to write for various American media. Emphasis on process of gathering and writing news for print and broadcast media. COM 132 - Journalism Workshop Workshop where students write for college newspaper, The Alvernian, and are responsible for production assignments.