Apr 16, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalogue Archived Catalogue

COM 351 - Media and Politics


History and theory of the relationships among the mass media, government, and the American public, and their implications for American democracy. Portrayal and effects of various media. Addresses the media’s independence from government, the structure of media organizations, media bias, news practices, political campaigns, and effects on public opinion.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite Courses: COM 105  or PLS 205 
Additional Restrictions/Requirements: Prerequisite courses or consent of instructor.
Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated. Maximum Repeatable Hours: 3



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