Comm 316 Communication, Individuals, and Discourse

Extends the discussion of empirical approaches to communication introduced in Comm 200. Introduces relevant social science theories of communication including theories based on cognitive, evolutionary, social psychological, constitutive and social cultural approaches. Students will study communication as a process through which individuals mutually shape and are shaped by culture through discourse. Comm 316 is a requirement for the communication major and is recommended as a prerequisite for all 400-level communication courses.