The capstone seminar course is for students with extensive professional experience. Extensive independent research and writing required. Also conducting case analyses, class exercises, and a variety of reflective writings via selected readings, written and oral student reports. Prereq: Last full senior semester standing; BUS 400 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 405 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 430 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 532 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 533 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 610 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 620 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 690 with a minimum grade of C-, BUS 705 with a minimum grade of C-, ECN 411 with a minimum grade of C-, ECN 412 with a minimum grade of C-, COMP 405 with a minimum grade of C- or COMP 415 with a minimum grade of C-, MATH 420 with a minimum grade of C- or MATH 425 with a minimum grade of C-, PTC 500 with a minimum grade of C-, or pre-set equivalents.

Beginning electronic field production using digital video and nonlinear editing formats. Covers basic aesthetic principles and practices of video communication. Introduces techniques for effective image and sound recording in the field, fundamentals of shot and sequence construction, and basic postproduction practices on nonlinear editing systems. Prereq: ENGL 401, CA 502 or CA 444, CMN 455, or permission. Preference given to CA majors. Special fee.

How gender is created, maintained, repaired, and transformed through communication in particular historical, cultural, and relational contexts. Examines a variety of topics including the relationship between sex and gender, language, cultural mythologies, identity, health care, sexuality, and strategies for resisting conventional gender definitions. May not be taken for credit if student has already taken CA 506: Gender. Prereq: CMN 457 or permission.

Exploration of the historical development, ethics, funding, socio-cultural significance, and communication strategies of documentary film and video. May focus on a particular genre or genres. Prereq: any two 500 level CA courses (excluding CA 501), one of which must have CMN 455 as a prerequisite, or permission. Special fee. Writing intensive.