TOPICS IN RHETORIC, POLITICS, AND CULTURE

COMARTS 310

Explore various topics in rhetoric or communication science.

COMARTS 360

An introduction to the study of rhetoric in politics and culture. Explores the interrelationship of theory, criticism, and practice. Students gain an understanding of rhetoric as a social force emerging from political and cultural contexts and as an influence on those contexts.

COMARTS 470

Examines themes, genres, and significant instances of contemporary political discourse, as well as issues and concerns that arise in public discussions of political discourse. Case studies and theoretical analyses are considered.

COMARTS 372

Public discourse as it affects and reflects the process of dynamic social change. Historical and contemporary instances of rhetorical processes.

COMARTS 610

Specialized subject matter of current interest in rhetoric and public address.