Timeroom: Spring 2024

Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 634 (01) - Media and Politics

Media and Politics

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 56838

The goal of this course is to study the role of the media in American politics, and what media evolution means for future politics. Topics such as political campaigns, media effects, news reporting, framing terrorists, etc. are studied in depth. Timely topics such as "are the media liberal or conservative?" are debated in class. Research projects and papers study questions related to important social issues such as women in the media. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) prior to this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Michael Soha

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	3:40pm - 5:00pm	HORT 110

Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 635 (01) - Contemplative Media Studies

Contemplative Media Studies

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 54545

Contemplative Media Studies involves the application of contemplative practices and principles to the critical analysis of media content, technology, and institutions. It links Media Studies to Contemplative Studies, which integrates empirical social-science research (neuroscience, psychology) to first-person practices like meditation, yoga, and art therapy. Through academic essays and arts-based assignments, students strive to become more mindful digital citizens-creative yet critical, hopeful yet judicious with regard to the current and future course of technical development. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) prior to this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Kevin Healey

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	2:10pm - 3:30pm	HORT 110

Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 637 (01) - Controversy and Reasoning in Law

Controversy & Reasoning in Law

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 56283

Uses rhetorical analysis and criticism to evaluate communication practices in courtroom disputes. Compares conventional American litigation to alternative methods. Explains how stages of a trial shape communication options and norms. Illustrates common subjects and forms for judicial reasoning. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) prior to this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Per Fjelstad

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	2:10pm - 3:30pm	HS 344

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Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 647 (01) - Rhetorical Criticism of Media

Rhetorical Criticism of Media

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 56284

Use of rhetorical approaches and methods in the analysis and criticism of contemporary forms of visual media culture. Students examine the social, political, and aesthetic implications of contemporary media forms from within a framework of rhetorical theory. Emphasis on practical analysis employing various rhetorical approaches with a goal of understanding persuasive elements in contemporary media (including television, film, print & broadcast advertising, internet, and social media). Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) prior to this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Michelle Michaud

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	MW	12:40pm - 2:00pm	MORR 103

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Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 656 (01) - Environmental Communication and Rhetoric

Enviro Com and Rhetoric

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 53851

Working from a rhetorical perspective toward communication as persuasive action, students learn to analyze environmental communication in public spheres. Communication about the environment is examined in visual and popular culture, print and digital news, advertising and marketing, science communication, corporate communication and advertising, and campaigns and movements. Special attention to issues of public engagement, citizen activism, and public advocacy. Students work on a semester long case study in which they analyze, evaluate, and respond to communication about an environmental problem in a local town. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) to take this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Lawrence Prelli

	Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
	1/23/2024	5/6/2024	MW	9:40am - 11:00am	HORT 110
Final Exam	5/13/2024	5/13/2024	M	1:00pm - 3:00pm	HORT 110

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Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 662 (01) - Public Dialogue and Deliberation

Public Dialogue

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 53030

This course explores the theory behind the practice of public dialogue and deliberation. It considers the distinctions and appropriateness of different types and aims of public participation, and how to best facilitate conversations important in the public sphere. The course anchors civil discourse as vital to democracy. Students will design, organize, and implement a public dialogue on campus, facilitating discussions on a relevant topic serving our community. Students marry practice with deep consideration of issues of equity, diversity, voice, representation, neutrality, and power. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) to take this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C and CMN 562

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Renee Heath

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	11:10am - 12:30pm	HORT 110

Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 667 (01) - Popular Music Studies

Popular Music Studies

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 54546

This course provides an opportunity to critically examine and study popular music. Popular music represents one of the most significant global cultural industries, transcending borders and economies, especially as technology ushers in new ways to listen, share, produce, and perform music. This course will look at the role of contemporary popular music in providing a mediated form of communication and culture by examining its historical and cultural development. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) to take this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Joseph Terry

	Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
	1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	5:10pm - 6:30pm	HORT 115
Final Exam	5/14/2024	5/14/2024	T	6:00pm - 8:00pm	HORT 115

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Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 696W (01) - Seminar in Media Studies

Sem Media Studies/Mobile Media

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 56285

Variable topics in media research, theory, and practice. May be repeated for different topics. Topic descriptions available in department office during preregistration. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) to take this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Section Comments: Course Title: Mobile Media

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Repeat Rule: May be repeated up to 1 times.

Equivalent(s): CMN 696

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Josh Lauer

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	2:10pm - 3:30pm	MURK 118

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Course Title & Description: Mobile Media - Mobile media are everywhere. Our lives revolve around portable communication devices. Smartphones, laptops, digital watches, earbuds are always within reach or literally attached to our bodies. How have these technologies changed the way we understand the world? The way we interact with others? The way we view ourselves? This course examines the concept of media mobility and the influence of mobile communication on social relationships, shared experiences, and cultural norms. Though smartphones have become virtually synonymous with mobile media, this course explores the deep history of mobile media, from early writing systems to car radios and the first mobile phones. While considering the role of smartphones in contemporary life, this course looks at the broader significance of mobile media technologies and their influence on ideas about time, place, distance, presence, privacy, and authenticity

Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 698 (01) - Seminar Interpersonal Studies

Sem/Sports, Play, and Games

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 20
CRN: 54547

Variable topics in interpersonal research, theory, and practice. May be repeated for different topics. Topic descriptions available in department office during preregistration. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) to take this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Section Comments: Course Title: Sports, Play and Games in Interaction

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Repeat Rule: May be repeated up to 2 times.

Equivalent(s): CMN 695

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Edward Reynolds

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	2:10pm - 3:30pm	HS 124

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Course Title & Description: Sports, Play, and Games in Interaction - Rules are the basis for our shared social order and language. In this class, we explore rules in sports, play, and games to examine the structure of rules themselves. We will show the way in which rules are not external constraints on settings, but are in fact productive resources used by participants in these settings (and many others) in order to manage the activities to hand. By playing games, examining the unstated codes of conduct in sports, and exploring rules in everyday interactions we will uncover some of the shared nature of our human social life.

Durham Liberal Arts :: Communication

CMN 703 (01) - Seminar in Rhetorical Theory

Sem/Rhetoric of the Photograph

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 12
CRN: 53507

Focused study of problems in rhetorical theory construction through examination and criticism of selected theoretical frameworks used to explain or interpret rhetorical phenomena. May be repeated for different topics. Students are required to have taken two 500 level CMN courses (C-) to take this course, unless granted instructor permission.

Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): CMN 455 with minimum grade of C and CMN 456 with minimum grade of C and CMN 457 with minimum grade of C

Repeat Rule: May be repeated up to unlimited times.

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Classes not allowed in section: Freshman, Sophomore

Only listed majors in section: CMN:BUSAPPL, CMN:MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Robert Jackson

	Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
	1/23/2024	5/6/2024	MW	11:10am - 12:30pm	HORT 115
Final Exam	5/10/2024	5/10/2024	F	10:30am - 12:30pm	HORT 115

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