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CM 410 Advocacy and Public Communication
3 credits (AS)
This course will examine the importance of public
communication for social change, participation, the
expression of power, and crisis management. Topics
covered will include: the primary methods of public
communication; the fundamentals of policy creation at
both the local and national level; the role of individuals
and groups in promoting solutions to large problems; and
effective advocacy strategies. Specific examples of
successful advocacy and practical application of concepts
will be emphasized throughout the course. (Offered fall
terms) Prerequisites: CM 121 Effective Speaking, EN 201
Academic Writing II
CM 420 Persuasion
3 credits (AS)
Persuasion is everywhere. This course will examine key
theories and concepts about persuasion in a variety of
contexts including personal interaction, politics,
advertising, and the media. The student will consider
visual images, language, reasoning, and motivation to gain
awareness and understanding about the positive and
negative force of persuasive communication. (Offered
alternate spring terms) Prerequisites: CM 110
Introduction to Human Communication and EN 201
Academic Writing II, or permission of the instructor
CM 430 Organizational Communication
3 credits (AS)
The professional and civic world is a matrix of
organizations. By understanding the structure, culture and
communication environment of various organizations
students can be more effective in both their professional
and civic lives. This course will examine a range of
theories and concepts about management and
communication culture in various organizations. The role
of leadership, interpersonal relationships, and ethical
participation in organizations will be important
throughout the course. The course will also introduce
students to the use of the communication audit as a
research tool. (Offered alternate fall terms) Prerequisites:
CM 110 Introduction to Human Communication and EN
201 Academic Writing II, or permission of the instructor
CM 440 Advanced Topics in Communication
3 credits (AS)
This course will explore key advanced areas in the study
of communication and rhetoric. Students will deepen their
understanding of core communication concepts and their
application in a range of contexts with a particular focus
on power, ethics and social justice. Course material will be
drawn from both historical and current media resources.
(Offered alternate spring terms) Prerequisites: EN 201
Academic Writing II, or permission of the instructor
CM 441 Media Management
3 credits (AS)
This course will provide students with the tools needed to
take up leadership roles in media production-based
projects, on campus and elsewhere. While the course will
involve some media production, the focus will be on
honing skills in project and personnel management. The
course will pay particular attention to management
techniques in non-commercial ( third sector’) settings,
including issues such as volunteer
recruitment/management and grant-writing. Prerequisite:
CM 211 Introduction to Broadcasting, or CM 231
Introduction to Journalism; course requires upper-level
standing or consent of instructor.
CM 481 Communication Internship
3 credits (AS)
This course is designed to provide upper level students in
the Communication Studies program with the opportunity
to further develop and apply their knowledge in the
professional world. Students will participate in a
structured, supervised internship experience at an
appropriate venue related to the communication field.
Opportunity for support and reflection will be provided
through interaction with course faculty and other
participating students. (Offered fall and spring terms)
Prerequisites: CM 110 Introduction to Human
Communication, EN 201 Academic Writing II, and CM
301 Speech and Rhetoric, or permission of the instructor
Education
ED 090 Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse,
Maltreatment, and Neglect
0 credits (CS)
This training workshop provides information about the
physical and behavioral indicators of child abuse and neglect,
as well as the reporting requirements established in the New
York State Social Services Law. This workshop meets the
training requirements of Chapter 544 of the Laws of 1988,
which mandates such training for specified professionals.
(Offered fall term)
ED 091 Workshop: Substance Abuse and HIV-AIDS
Education
0 credits (CS)
This six-hour workshop is required for all candidates seeking
teacher certification in New York State. It provides training in
understanding the causes and effects of abuses of alcohol,
tobacco, and other drugs, and in teaching about HIV and
AIDS. Students will develop instructional plans on these
topics for use with elementary school children. (Offered
spring term)
ED 092 Workshop: School Violence Prevention and
Intervention
0 credits (CS)
This two-hour workshop is required for all teacher candidates
in New York State. Emphasis is on warning signs within a
developmental and social context that relate to violence and
other troubling behaviors in children; statutes, regulations and
policies relating to a safe nonviolent school climate; effective
classroom management techniques and other academic
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