Fall 2026

Introduction to Graduate Studies in Communication Arts

Introduction to Communication Arts graduate studies, core areas, and resources

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Recorded instructors · Fall 2026 Lori Lopez3.7/5

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Declared in Communication Arts MA or PhD

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COMARTS 901

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  • Declared in Communication Arts MA or PhD

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SEM 001Classroom Instruction9 / 90

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An introduction to the department of Communication Arts and core areas of study: Communication Science, Film, Media and Cultural Studies and Rhetoric, Politics and Culture, and to key resources for graduate study. Includes an overview of the key methodologies and theories that define current scholarship in the field of Communication from the department's various areas of study. Provides information on how the department structures its graduate coursework and milestones to prepare for careers in the field. Fosters connections to campus partners and access to essential resources essential for success in graduate school. Discusses the challenges, issues, and successes surrounding graduate study in the field of Communications.

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  • Overview of key methodologies and theories in Communication

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COMARTS 901 · Fall 2026

Introduction to Graduate Studies in Communication Arts

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