Graduate Course Listing
- COMS 503 Post-Soviet Communication
- This course is designed to acquaint students with the shifting manner of public discourse in Post-Soviet Russia and help them to explore in some depth cross-cultural communication between America and Russia. In addition to contemporary and historical background on Russian communicative practices, students examine discourse in business development, mass media, marketing, and advertising. All readings in English. (Same as SLAV 503). LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 530 Internship in Communication Studies
- Students do communication-centered fieldwork in an organization related to their career goals. Criteria for the organizations and work assignments suitable for internship credit are in an information brochure available at the COMS Department office and website. The internship plan is developed with field supervisor and internship faculty adviser. Reports and meetings are required. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, admission to COMS major. FLD.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 535 American Public Address, Puritans to 1900
- A history of American public address from the Puritans to about 1900. Using the tools of rhetorical criticism, students describe, analyze, and evaluate select rhetoric from the period. Graduate students are assigned extra reading and a research paper. Prerequisite: COMS 235. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 536 American Public Address, 1900-Present
- A history of American public address from 1900 to the present. Using the tools of rhetorical criticism, students describe, analyze, and evaluate select rhetoric from the period. Graduate students are assigned extra reading and a research paper. Prerequisite: COMS 235. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 537 Communication in Conflict Resolution
- An examination of conflict situations and the manner in which communication can serve as a vehicle for their intensification or resolution. The focus is on the theory of games as it applies to conflict within interpersonal situations; implications will be drawn for larger social systems. Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, or COMS 230. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 538 Persuasion Theory and Research
- This course focuses on the social scientific study of persuasion. Traditional theories of attitude change and persuasion research are studied along with techniques of measuring attitudes. Attention is also given to the attitude-behavior relationship and the production of compliance-gaining messages. Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, or COMS 230. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 539 Argumentation
- Analysis of the theory and techniques of argumentation in historical and contemporary writings, with special emphasis on the works of Aristotle, John Stuart Mill, Richard Whateley, and Stephen Toulmin. Application of argumentation theory to political and legal discourse. Opportunity for student performances in the preparation and criticism of argument. Prerequisite: Four hours in the department. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Bricker, Brett
APPT- ONLNE KULC - LAWRENCE3 52107 - COMS 544 Advanced Interpersonal Communication: Theories and Research
- Intensive exploration of contemporary theories and research in the field of interpersonal communication; emphasis on an array of theoretical models and research exemplars; comparative analysis of major theoretical and research paradigms. Prerequisite: COMS 244 or instructor consent. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Spadaro, Alexandria
APPT- ONLNE KULC - LAWRENCE3 52073 LEC Kunkel, Adrianne
MW 11:00-12:15 PM BA 105 - LAWRENCE3 55739 - COMS 546 Communication Across the Life-span
- Examination of the ways in which communication changes across the life-span, and influences human development. Course will include topics such as barriers to communication among elderly populations; communication and mis-communication across generations; the role of language in constructing life-span development (e.g., the mid-life crisis); development of language and social interaction during childhood; peer relationships and communication in adolescence; uses and effects of mass communication across the life-span. Prerequisite: COMS 244 and COMS 356. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 547 Communication and Culture
- A study of the systematic relationship between communication and culture. Emphasis is on culture as a variable in communicative situations: cultural aspects of attitude and cognition, language interchange, cultural differences in extra-verbal behavior, interaction between oral traditions and mass media. Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, COMS 230, or an introduction course in anthropology. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Zhang, Yan Bing
TuTh 11:00-12:15 PM BA 105 - LAWRENCE3 55793 - COMS 548 Theories of the Interview
- Comprehensive study of communication processes in dyadic, face-to-face situations commonly encountered in organizations and professional environments. Intensive analysis of simulated and real-life interviews. Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, or COMS 230. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 551 The Rhetoric of Black Americans
- A study of the rhetoric of black Americans, from their earliest protest efforts to the contemporary scene, with focus on the methods and themes employed to alter their status in American society. (Same as AAAS 534.) Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, or COMS 230. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 552 The Rhetoric of Women's Rights
- An analysis of the themes and rhetorical strategies of the women's rights movement in America. The course will view the struggle for women's rights from a historical perspective and will conclude with contemporary issues concerning the role of women in society. (Same as WGSS 552.) Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, or COMS 230. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Innocenti, Beth
TuTh 02:30-03:45 PM WES 4001 - LAWRENCE3 55796 - COMS 555 Family Communication
- An examination of trends and theory related to the scientific study of the family, with a focus on issues related to family interaction, functioning, relationships, and communication. Research and theories from communication, sociological, and psychological perspectives are employed to examine topics such as family violence, mental health problems, marital satisfaction, divorce, courtship, and the impact of the family on its children (and vice versa). Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, or COMS 230. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 557 East Asian Communication
- Explores the major communication theories and research in the East Asian cultural contexts by focusing on the Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cultures. Examines, from a broader perspective, certain cultural values (e.g. harmony, hierarchy, conservatism, and modernism) upheld in East Asian cultures and their influences on people's communicative behaviors in an age of globalization. Students explore issues of history, identity, verbal and non-verbal symbols, stereotypes, prejudice, values and thought patterning systems in the East Asian cultural context from a communicative perspective. This course is designed as a bridge course and meets with a graduate level section of the same title. Prerequisite: COMS 246. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 560 Seminar in: _____
- Course organized any given semester to study particular subject matter or to take advantage of special competence by an individual faculty member. Topics change as needs and resources develop. Class discussion, readings, and individual projects. (May be repeated for credit if content varies). LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Harris, Scott
TuTh 01:00-02:15 PM WES 4007 - LAWRENCE3 51307 LEC Harris, Scott
TuTh 11:00-12:15 PM WES 4001 - LAWRENCE3 51816 LEC Pennington, Dorthy
TuTh 01:00-02:15 PM BA 105 - LAWRENCE3 52570 - COMS 590 Nonverbal Communication
- Examination of non-linguistic behavior in human communication, including proxemics (spacing), kinesics (movement and expression), and paralinguistics (voice quality). Includes phylogenetic and developmental perspectives, methods of analysis, applications to interpersonal problems. (Same as PSYC 590.) Prerequisite: COMS 356 or PSYC 210 or PSYC 211. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 605 Speech Writing
- Emphasis is on actual practice in preparing speech manuscripts for oneself and others. Model speeches are examined to better understand language, evidence, and stylistic choices available to speech writers. The ethical dimensions of writing for others in corporate and political positions are stressed. Students are required to prepare a variety of speeches and analyses of others' speeches. Prerequisite: COMS 130, COMS 150, or COMS 230. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 607 Political Campaigns
- This course will examine the communication involved in political campaigns. Students will be exposed to theories and ideas related to campaigns and will apply this knowledge to current political activity. Although the primary focus of the course is politics, students interested in public relations and strategic communication also benefit from learning and practicing media relations strategies. The mediated nature of modern political communication, as well as the communication strategies of campaigns and journalists, will be examined in a semester-long simulated campaign. By the end of the semester, students will become more informed users and consumers of political campaign messages. (Same as POLS 520.) Prerequisite: COMS 130 or COMS 150. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Muddiman, Ashley
MW 12:30-01:45 PM SUM 405 - LAWRENCE3 55803 - COMS 620 Communication and New Technology
- This course explores the impact of new communication technology on individuals and groups in various contexts. Topics include: The development of computer-mediated communication, social and psychological impacts of new communication technology, the evolution of telework and advances in interactive telecommunications. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Piercy, Cameron
MW 12:30-01:45 PM WES 4018 - LAWRENCE3 57875 - COMS 639 Legal Communication
- An analysis of how communication principles and theories operate within the context of the legal system. Topics covered will include the lawyer/client interview, depositions and pre-trial discovery, settlement negotiation, jury selection, opening and closing statements, and witness testimony. Prerequisite: COMS 130 or COMS 150. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 647 Issues in Intercultural Communication
- Examination of the processes and factors affecting communication in an intercultural context, and of methods of training for intercultural communication roles. Prerequisite: COMS 547 and an introductory course in anthropology, or consent of instructor. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 656 Mass Media: Social Science Applications
- This course introduces students to the major theories of and prominent research in mass communication. The aim is to stimulate critical thinking about the content and effects of mass communication, develop critical consumption skills, and enhance awareness of public policy issues relating to the media. Students are required to read a variety of chapters and articles on mass communication, promoting independent investigation into specific areas of interest. This course is a bridge course and meets with a graduate level section of the same title. Prerequisite: COMS 356. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 667 Interpersonal Communication in Multinational Organizations
- A study of interpersonal communication in management and professional development in intercultural situations. Focus on preparation of the global manager or professional in the organizational environment. Special attention to the problems and challenges of intercultural interactions in the context of multinational organizations. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 669 Human Conflict and Peace
- Study of religious, cultural, and social traditions toward understanding the nature and purposes of human conflict. Analysis of various meanings of peace, with emphasis on study of nonviolent approaches to management of conflict. Class discussion, readings, and individual research projects. (Same as REL 669.) Prerequisite: Junior standing or above. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 730 Writing and Speaking for Decision Makers
- Theory and application of communication strategies for corporate communication. This course presents rhetorical analysis of organizational situations and audiences, focusing on corporate decision-makers. Included are informative and persuasive communications such as board presentations, requests for proposal and responses to RFPs, grant proposals, and persuasive presentations for adoption, implementation, or evaluation of organizational programs. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Koesten, Joy
APPT- ONLNE KUEC - EDWARDS
Th 06:30-09:00 PM ONLNE ZOOM - EDWARDS3 52078 LEC Pastorek, Angela
M 06:30-09:00 PM REGN 369 - EDWARDS
APPT- ONLNE KUEC - EDWARDS3 58183 LEC Pastorek, Angela
APPT- ONLNE KUEC - EDWARDS
M 06:30-09:00 PM ONLNE ZOOM - EDWARDS3 52525 - COMS 741 Special Topics in Communication Studies: _____
- Examination of special topics in Communication Studies. Prerequisite: Instructor consent. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Banwart, Mary
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 40970 LEC Bricker, Brett
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 52521 LEC Childers, Jay
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 44868 LEC Gist-Mackey, Angela
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 49401 LEC Hall, Jeffrey
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 45570 LEC Harris, Scott
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 40971 LEC Innocenti, Beth
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 40974 LEC Kunkel, Adrianne
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 40973 LEC Mapes, Margarethe
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 52522 LEC McDonald, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 55726 LEC Muddiman, Ashley
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 50638 LEC Oliha-Donaldson, Hannah
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 52523 LEC Pennington, Dorthy
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 40975 LEC Piercy, Cameron
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 55727 LEC Rowland, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 40976 LEC Tell, Dave
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 45242 LEC Velasquez Perilla, Alcides
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 52524 LEC Woszidlo, Alesia
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 52516 LEC Zhang, Yan Bing
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE2-3 43504 - COMS 787 Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Gerontology and Aging
- A seminar coordinated by the Gerontology Program. The seminar explores essential areas of gerontology for researchers and practitioners, providing a multidisciplinary (biology, health services, behavioral and social sciences,human services) perspective on aging. The seminar surveys contemporary basic and applied research, service programs, and policy and management issues in gerontology. (Same as ABSC 787, AMS 767, PSYC 787, and SOC 767.) LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Ekerdt, David
Th 03:00-05:00 PM DHDC 3000 - LAWRENCE3 52914 - COMS 810 Organizational Communication: Theory and Research
- This course examines the theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of organizational communication research. Course topics cover variable analytic traditions and systems theory, as well as cultural, critical, and various interpretive approaches to understanding communication in organizational contexts. Prerequisite: COMS 310 and permission of instructor. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 811 Applied Organization Communication
- This survey course addresses key communication processes in organizations, including developing and sustaining workplace relationships, providing and receiving feedback, processes of effective teams and in leadership situations. Students will apply these concepts to appreciate the dynamics of organizational culture, power, and ethics at work and will identify strategies to enhance workplace success. SEM.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # SEM
M 06:30-09:00 PM ONLNE ZOOM - EDWARDS
APPT- ONLNE KUEC - EDWARDS3 58005 - COMS 835 Impression Formation and Interpersonal Behavior
- Intensive investigation of the processes involved in impression formation and of the effects of established impressions upon interpersonal communication. (Same as PSYC 845.) Prerequisite: COMS 535 or PSYC 670. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 844 Seminar in Interpersonal Communication
- This class will address current theory and research in interpersonal communication. Issues addressed may include verbal or nonverbal communication in families, close relationships, initial interactions, and the like. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Hall, Jeffrey
MW 12:30-01:45 PM BA 401 - LAWRENCE3 57900 - COMS 846 Communication and Aging
- Examination of the interrelationship between communication and the aging process. The course will include current research and theory on such topics as intergenerational communication, language and age identity, age-stereotyping and communication, mass media and aging, age and health communication, and others of current interest in the field. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 848 Communication Audits in Organizations
- The principal thrust of this course is a hands-on analysis of the communication in 1-2 organizations. Students work as a consulting group to analyze dimensions of communication, communication channels, job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and communication strategies. Experience is gained in organizational research methods, instrument development, organizational analysis, feedback, and organizational development. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 850 Introduction to Research Methods
- An introduction to methodological approaches to the study of communication. Approaches considered will include (a) humanistic message analysis and evaluation; (b) ethnographic and observational techniques; (c) survey construction and execution; and (d) experimental design and procedures. Special focus on issues of validity, reliability, and ethics. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 851 Communication Research: Historical and Descriptive
- An introduction to types of historical and descriptive research in human communication. Library resources and methods of research will be covered. Emphasis will be placed upon preparing a research prospectus and upon writing the research report. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 852 Communication Research: Behavioral and Social Science
- An introduction to the process of research in communication studies, including consideration of basic principles in research design, methods of observation and measurement, and the application of appropriate statistical techniques. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 855 Qualitative Research Methods in Communication Studies
- Study of strategies for describing communication behavior in particular contexts, emphasizing ethnography and specific observational and interview data gathering and analysis methods. Prerequisite: COMS 755 or equivalent. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Oliha-Donaldson, Hannah
W 05:30-08:30 PM BA 401 - LAWRENCE3 57924 - COMS 856 Communication Research: Quantitative Analysis
- An intermediate overview of statistical techniques commonly used in communication research. Content will include a review of univariate statistical tests such as t-test, correlation, chi-square, and other nonparametric techniques of data analysis. Additionally, factorial analysis of variance, multiple regression, and factor analysis will be covered, along with the application of appropriate statistical techniques. Prerequisite: COMS 850 and an introductory course in statistics. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 859 Proseminar in Communication Studies
- An overview and integration of communication studies based upon an examination of selected basic writings in the discipline. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 898 Investigation and Conference (For Master's Candidates)
- (Limited to eight hours credit toward the M.A. degree.) Directed research and experimentation for M.A. students in some phase of speech science or the teaching of speech and drama. RSH.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # RSH Banwart, Mary
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 40977 RSH Bricker, Brett
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 48760 RSH Childers, Jay
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 44869 RSH Gist-Mackey, Angela
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 48926 RSH Hall, Jeffrey
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 45571 RSH Harris, Scott
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 40978 RSH Innocenti, Beth
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 40981 RSH Kunkel, Adrianne
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 40980 RSH Mapes, Margarethe
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 52514 RSH McDonald, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 53963 RSH Muddiman, Ashley
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 50544 RSH Oliha-Donaldson, Hannah
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 52515 RSH Pennington, Dorthy
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 40982 RSH Piercy, Cameron
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 53964 RSH Rowland, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 40983 RSH Tell, Dave
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 45243 RSH Velasquez Perilla, Alcides
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 52513 RSH Woszidlo, Alesia
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 45613 RSH Zhang, Yan Bing
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 43505 RSH Pastorek, Angela
APPT- KUEC APPT - EDWARDS1-8 51015 - COMS 899 Master's Thesis
- Thesis Hours. Graded on a satisfactory progress/limited progress/no progress basis. THE.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # THE Banwart, Mary
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40984 THE Bricker, Brett
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 48761 THE Childers, Jay
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 44870 THE Gist-Mackey, Angela
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 49402 THE Hall, Jeffrey
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 45572 THE Harris, Scott
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40985 THE Innocenti, Beth
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40988 THE Kunkel, Adrianne
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40987 THE McDonald, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 53946 THE Muddiman, Ashley
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 50543 THE Pennington, Dorthy
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40989 THE Piercy, Cameron
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 53947 THE Rowland, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40990 THE Tell, Dave
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 45244 THE Velasquez Perilla, Alcides
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 55725 THE Woszidlo, Alesia
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 45614 THE Zhang, Yan Bing
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 43506 - COMS 907 Seminar in Political Communication
- This course will focus on contemporary political communication theory and illustrate how such theories are exemplified in modern political contexts: political arguments and developing consensus, communication strategies in Congressional and bureaucratic decision-making, the rhetorical presidency, the dissemination of political information, political narrative, and political campaigns. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 920 Introduction to Teaching Oral Communication
- This seminar prepares new graduate teaching assistants for their first teaching experience. Students will develop course materials including lectures, discussion prompts, assignments, exams based on pedagogical best practices. Students will apply theoretical concepts related to teaching, learning and assessment, and apply those theories to their own classrooms. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 930 Seminar in Speech: _____
- Special problems in speech. LEC.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # LEC Rowland, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE3 53277 LEC Harris, Scott
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE3 40991 LEC Gist-Mackey, Angela
M 04:00-07:00 PM BA 401 - LAWRENCE3 55791 LEC Harris, Scott
TuTh 11:00-12:15 PM WES 4001 - LAWRENCE3 56407 LEC Harris, Scott
TuTh 01:00-02:15 PM WES 4007 - LAWRENCE3 56408 LEC Tell, Dave
Tu 09:00-12:00 PM BA 116K - LAWRENCE3 57867 LEC McDonald, Robert
W 01:00-04:00 PM BA 116K - LAWRENCE3 57868 LEC Childers, Jay
Tu 04:00-06:45 PM BA 401 - LAWRENCE3 58227 LEC Pastorek, Angela
Th 06:30-09:00 PM ONLNE ZOOM - EDWARDS
APPT- ONLNE KUEC - EDWARDS3 58004 - COMS 932 Theories of Rhetoric: Classical
- An intensive study of the rhetorical theories of classical writers from 466 B.C. to the decline of Roman oratory. Principal emphasis will be on Isocrates, Plato, Aristotle, Quintilian, Cicero, and Longinus. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 933 Theories of Rhetoric: Neo-Classical
- A study of the development of rhetorical theory from 325 A.D. to the twentieth century. Notable departures from the classical tradition will be examined. Special concentration on the writings of Augustine and the tradition of medieval preaching. Alcuin, Ramus, Bacon, Campbell, Whately, Blair, John Quincy Adams, and the elocutionary movement. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 936 Seminar in Language and Discourse
- This seminar uses interdisciplinary readings to examine central theoretical questions regarding language and communication. The course moves from considering major theoretical positions to current research in communication on discourse. Methodological issues in the study of language and discourse are also addressed. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 938 Seminar in Persuasion
- Examination of selected topics in persuasion, with emphasis on the application of recent theories and experimental research to the analysis of persuasive discourse. Prerequisite: COMS 538 or equivalent. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 939 Seminar in Argumentation
- Examination of special problems in argumentation, with emphasis on the relationship of systems of argumentation to their philosophic presuppositions. Discussion of the writings of Toulmin, Natason, Johnstone, Perelman, Dewey. Prerequisite: COMS 539 or equivalent. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 945 Seminar in Social Support
- This course is a survey of the many disciplines of the fundamental form of communication known as social or emotional support or comforting. Emphases include message-, receiver-, and interactionally-oriented approaches, as well as support contexts, dilemmas, structures, features, and positive effects on physical and mental health. SEM.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 946 Seminar in Communication and Intergroup Relations
- Conceptual and theoretical frameworks for exploring and understanding relations between individuals from different societal groups (e.g., cultural/ethic, gender, age). Focus on issues of identity, power relations as manifested in interpersonal, mass media, and organizational contexts. The course will include methodological and applied implications for studying different groups, both within the USA and around the world. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 948 Seminar in Organizational Communication
- Analysis of speech communication functions in the organizational structures of business, industry, labor, military, education, government, and professional agencies. Development of conceptual schemes for conducting research and training programs on speech systems which characterize the operation of organized groups. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 950 Seminar in Public Address: _____
- The study of public address by historical periods or by topics. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 951 Seminar in Movement Theory and Genre Criticism
- This course examines the theoretical and methodological underpinnings of approaches to rhetorical analysis focusing on social movements and rhetorical genres. It will review existing theory on these topics, develop a methodological approach to both forms of critical analysis, and test each methodological approach via case studies. Prerequisite: COMS 755 or consent of instructor. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 952 Seminar in Mythic and Narrative Approaches to Rhetorical Criticism
- This course examines the theoretical and methodological underpinnings of approaches to rhetorical analysis focusing on narrative rhetoric, with a special emphasis on myth as a type of narrative. It will review existing theory on these topics, consider a number of alternative methodological approaches, and test each methodological approach via case studies. Prerequisite: COMS 755 or consent of instructor. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 953 Seminar in Organizational Rhetoric
- This course focuses on theoretical and methodological materials related to the use of rhetoric in an organizational setting. It will review existing theory and methodological development on this topic, paying special attention to the distinction between rhetoric used within an organization and rhetoric focused on audiences external to the organization. Multiple case-studies will be considered to illuminate the functioning of both internal and external organizational rhetoric. Prerequisite: COMS 755 or consent of instructor. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 955 Seminar in Rhetorical Criticism
- A study of contemporary and historical writings on rhetorical criticism. Emphasis is placed upon the development of critical methodology for future research and writing. Prerequisite: COMS 755. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 958 Comparative Theories of Speech Communication
- A descriptive and comparative analysis of theories of communication applicable to speech behavior. Prerequisite: COMS 859 or equivalent. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 959 Theories of Rhetoric: Contemporary
- A study of the writings on rhetorical theory in the twentieth century. Principal emphasis will be on the psychological treatment of rhetoric. I.A. Richards and Kenneth Burke, and the relationship in the twentieth century between rhetoric and dialectic, rhetoric and poetic. Prerequisite: COMS 859 or equivalent. LEC.
The class is not offered for the Spring 2020 semester.
- COMS 997 Research in: _____
- Supervised research under the direction of a faculty member on a topic of mutual interest to the faculty and graduate student. RSH.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # RSH Banwart, Mary
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40992 RSH Bricker, Brett
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 55724 RSH Childers, Jay
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 44871 RSH Gist-Mackey, Angela
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 49403 RSH Hall, Jeffrey
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 45573 RSH Harris, Scott
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40993 RSH Innocenti, Beth
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40996 RSH Kunkel, Adrianne
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40995 RSH Mapes, Margarethe
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 52305 RSH McDonald, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 53944 RSH Muddiman, Ashley
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 50637 RSH Oliha-Donaldson, Hannah
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 52505 RSH Pennington, Dorthy
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40997 RSH Piercy, Cameron
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 53945 RSH Rowland, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 40998 RSH Tell, Dave
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 45247 RSH Velasquez Perilla, Alcides
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 52502 RSH Woszidlo, Alesia
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 45622 RSH Zhang, Yan Bing
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-6 43507 - COMS 998 Investigation and Conference (For Doctoral Candidates)
- (Limited to eight hours credit towards the Ph.D. degree.) Directed research and experimentation for Ph.D. students in some phase of speech science or the teaching of speech and drama. RSH.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # RSH Banwart, Mary
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 40999 RSH Bricker, Brett
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 48762 RSH Childers, Jay
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 44872 RSH Gist-Mackey, Angela
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 49404 RSH Hall, Jeffrey
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 45574 RSH Harris, Scott
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 41000 RSH Innocenti, Beth
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 41003 RSH Kunkel, Adrianne
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 41002 RSH Mapes, Margarethe
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 52279 RSH McDonald, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 53942 RSH Muddiman, Ashley
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 50540 RSH Oliha-Donaldson, Hannah
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 52280 RSH Pennington, Dorthy
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 41004 RSH Piercy, Cameron
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 53943 RSH Rowland, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 41005 RSH Tell, Dave
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 45249 RSH Velasquez Perilla, Alcides
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 52278 RSH Woszidlo, Alesia
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 45623 RSH Zhang, Yan Bing
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-8 43508 - COMS 999 Doctoral Dissertation
- Dissertation Hours. Graded on a satisfactory progress/limited progress/no progress basis. THE.
Spring 2020 Type Time/Place and Instructor Credit Hours Class # THE Banwart, Mary
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 41006 THE Childers, Jay
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 44873 THE Gist-Mackey, Angela
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 53941 THE Hall, Jeffrey
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 45575 THE Innocenti, Beth
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 41009 THE Kunkel, Adrianne
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 41008 THE Muddiman, Ashley
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 59091 THE Pennington, Dorthy
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 41010 THE Rowland, Robert
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 41011 THE Tell, Dave
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 45250 THE Woszidlo, Alesia
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 45624 THE Zhang, Yan Bing
APPT- KULC APPT - LAWRENCE1-12 43509
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