May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits. Participation in intercollegiate debate at the championship level. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Focuses on critical abilities by analyzing various texts. Such scholars would range from Plato, Aristotle and Cicero to Chaim Perelman, Richard Weaver and Kenneth Burke.
Students learn issues of law and ethics in part by working from hypothetical cases.
Features analysis of cases using the principles and theories discussed in class. Students are expected to apply course material to a local client. Introduces basic production techniques and includes visits to local radio and television stations. Culminates with student-produced commercials, PSAs, and newscasts. The instructor does not lecture extensively.