Writing and editing for government publications. Use of strategic communication by individuals, groups, organizations, and governments in both domestic politics and policymaking and in the international system. Examination of techniques and channels of communication, role of communication in campaign strategy, ethics and implications of campaign decision making. The campaign context, candidate strategies, debate issues, and debates and voter behavior. Participation in classroom debates.
Students analyze, write, and give speeches.
May be repeated for credit provided the topic differs. The student pursues a program of directed reading or original research under the direction of a faculty advisor. Limited to seniors pursuing Special Honors in political communication. Before registering, the student must obtain approval of a written plan of study by the faculty member who will direct the study and by the program director. Students spend at least 16 hours a week during the semester in an approved agency or office performing practical work in the subject under the general guidance of a faculty advisor.