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Major Courses | Minor Courses
The Communication for Advocacy major is multidisciplinary in nature, blending courses from the Communication Department with courses from the Departments of English/Professional Writing, Political Science, Sociology, and Social Work leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Students develop substantial grounding in communication theory and skills, as well as an understanding of the relationship between individuals and social institutions. They examine how issues are addressed through public policy, and how citizens can influence policy decisions. The fundamentals of research design are taught and students acquire familiarity with various research methods. They learn to develop proposals, gain experience in grant-writing, and examine various social issues and advocacy efforts designed to address them.
In addition to developing competencies in writing, speaking, leadership, and critical thinking, students cultivate their advocacy skills, understanding of the non-profit work environment, and desire to work for the improvement of society.
The major is designed for students dedicated to serving the social good as active and socially responsible communication professionals in a variety of non-profit organizations such as hospitals, foundations, educational institutions, government agencies, and more. Students also receive excellent preparation for admission to a variety of graduate programs.
Communication Advocacy Major
Course Requirements: 50 credits (35 cr. Required, 15 cr. Elective)
| Required Courses (35 cr.) - Communication Advocacy Major |
| Course # |
Description |
Credits |
| CM 100 |
Communication Seminar |
1 |
| CM 104 |
Introduction to Mass Media and Society |
3 |
| CM 220 |
Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
CM 242
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Public Relations |
3 |
| CM 300 |
Leadership and Communication |
3 |
| CM/SO 306 |
Research Methods for Social Sciences |
3 |
| CM 310 |
Persuasion |
3 |
| CM 357 |
Communication Ethics |
3 |
| CM 405* |
Internship |
credit varies |
| CM 450 |
Senior Seminar |
1 |
| SO 152 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
| POL 287 |
Introduction to Public Policy |
3 |
| EN 347 |
Foundation Proposals |
3 |
| *Adult Degree Center students may substitute 3-cr. communication course for internship |
| Elective Courses (15 cr.) from the following two groups of courses: |
| Select a minimum of 9 credits from the following Issues and Advocacy electives: |
| CM 225 |
Political Communication |
3 |
| CM/WS 238 |
Contemporary Women and Document Design |
3 |
| CM/SW 250 (I) |
Gender, Race and Class: Media and Social Change |
3 |
| CM/SO 316 (I) |
Greed and Violence in American Society |
3 |
| CM 325 |
Communication and Social Movements |
3 |
| CM 370 |
Communication and Health Care |
3 |
| Or one Sociology, Social Work, or Political Science class in consultation with advisor from: |
| POL/WS/PH 313 |
Women in Politics: Running for Office |
3 |
| SO/SW 110 |
Literacy, Service, and Social Justice |
3 |
| SO/SW 201 |
Introduction to Social Welfare |
3 |
| SO/SW 216 |
Human Behavior and the Social Environment II |
3 |
| SW 226 (SL) |
Community Resources and Services |
3 |
| POL/SO 225 |
Minorities and the Law |
3 |
| SO/WS 230 |
Women in Culture and Society: A Cross-Cultural, Interdisciplinary Approach |
3 |
| SO 260 |
Urban Community |
3 |
| SO/SW 270 |
Cultural Awareness and Human Services |
3 |
| SO 312 |
Poverty and Related Social Problems |
3 |
| SO 315 |
Juvenile Deliinquency |
3 |
| SO 328 |
American Women and the Law |
3 |
| Also select a minimum of 6 credits from the following Communication Support electives: |
| CM/AR 207 |
Film/TV/Media Criticism |
3 |
| CM 231 |
Group Interaction and Decision Making |
3 |
| CM/WS 236 |
Gender Differences in Communication |
3 |
| CM 240 |
Advertising |
3 |
| CM/EN 260 |
Newswriting |
3 |
| CM 320 |
Conflict Management |
3 |
| CM 360 |
Organizational Communication |
3 |
| CM 365 |
Diversity: Intercultural Communication |
3 |
| SO/SW 309 |
Research Methods II |
3 |
All 50 cr. in major courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C.
Communication Minor
Students from a wide variety of disciplines throughout the university choose to minor in Communication. This highly flexible minor is easily tailored to suit the particular needs and interests of students and often complements their primary area of study.
Requirements: 15 credits beyond CC 101 selected with a Communication advisor. All 15 credits must be completed with minimum grade of C in each; nine credits must be completed in residence at Carlow.
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