TuTh 1:00-2:15pm
RTV 226

This course will explore the role of media in today’s society from
the perspectives of social and psychological processes and effects,
economics, technology and public persuasion.  Specific focus will be
given to the construction of social meaning associated with mediated
messages as well as the range of uses and effects of exposure to
mediated messages in individuals, groups, organizations, and
society. This course is an honors course. Students will be expected
to write several short papers, take two exams and complete a
semester-long research project.