COMM 367 Q* Political Communication - 3 credits

Equivalent: POLI 367 Q*
Prerequisite(s): POLI 201 or COMM 140
Analyzes communication as a source of power for democratic governments and their citizens. Topics may include the news media’s effects on politicians and public opinion, strategic communication in political campaigns, political divisions, and social media and political extremism. Students evaluate communication in a democracy, distinguish factual information from conspiracy and spin, and become critical consumers of political information.
Semester(s) Offered: Offered as needed