Spring 2026

COMM A300 Health Communication

Online, Asynchronous
CRN: 32496
Joy Mapaye

Explores, examines and analyzes communication dynamics that exist between participants across a wide range of health contexts, including care providers, patients/clients, peers, friends and family members. Explores, examines and analyzes how health-related messages may be constructed and conveyed in social, cultural and organizational contexts. Explores health-related discourse in the public sphere, looking at the communicative dimensions of health-related campaigns and public policy.

COMM A305 Intercultural Communication

Online, Asynchronous
CRN: 32497
Lisa Mounds-Craft

Examines the processes of interpersonal communication when the effects of cultural differences create dissimilar interpretations and expectations for interpersonal interaction. Explores theories and experiences of communication in intercultural relationships.

COMM A345 Communication and Gender

Online, Asynchronous
CRN: 35562
Michelle Scaman

Provides an historical, theoretical, and contemporary view of how communication, culture, and gender interact and create meaning in interpersonal, professional and political settings.

COMM A385 Communication Research Methods

Online, Asynchronous
CRN: 33492
Amber Worthington

Examines the research methods used in the communication discipline. Includes a review of research ethics as well as analysis, evaluation, and application of research methods.

COMM A390 Social Media and Communication

In-Person, Tuesdays 2:30pm-5:15pm
CRN: 35552
Marsha Olson

Explores the relationship between society and social media using a critical approach. Examines the evolution of social media technologies, misconceptions surrounding these technologies, and how these technologies are used to impact various aspects of our lives, including our social relationships, identity, and privacy. Provides students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively produce, consume, and assess multiple aspects of social media.

COMM A412 Persuasion

Online, Asynchronous
CRN: 32499
Joy Mapaye

Examines history, modern theory, and practical application of persuasion perspectives and theories. Reviews current literature and examines and analyzes persuasion across diverse audiences and cultural contexts.

COMM A450 Communication and Leadership

Online, Asynchronous
CRN: 32500
Barbara Harville

Examines the study of leadership with an emphasis on the communication dimensions of the theories, processes and practices of leadership. Analyzes and evaluates leadership strategies and tactics, as well as the interaction of communication and leadership.

 

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