May 03, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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COMN 342 - Mass Media and Society


2022-2023 Catalog Year

Credit(s): 4
Lecture: 4
Non-Lecture: 0
This course assesses the evolving and dynamic relationship between mass media and society. Particular attention is paid to how mass mediated messages can define social and cultural realities and the interplay of social influences on these messages. By applying theoretical concepts, students critically examine how mass media function in various contexts, from local communities, national industries and politics, to global systems. Current and past research perspectives are discussed and analyzed.

Prerequisite(s): COMN 100 , COMN 260  
Offered: At least once a year.



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