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• CNST 4730: Framing of the US Constitution

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): CNST 4720 and University Advanced Standing. Examines the political and constitutional arguments of the Framers of the Federal Constitutional Convention. Discusses the strengths and weaknesses of the Constitution and the alternative language and plans presented at the Convention. Examines the ratification of the Constitution, focusing on the Anti-Federalists' critique and the Federalists' defense of that historic document. Employs a critical analysis of the political factors affecting the drafting and ratifying of the Constitution.
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• CNST 4790: US Constitution

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): (POLS 1100 or POLS 1000) and University Advanced Standing. Examines the United States Constitution as the political blueprint of American national government. Explores the basic constitutional powers and structures of the federal government and the prominent political and constitutional conflicts among its executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Addresses such key elements of constitutional design as limited and empowered government, enumerated and implied powers, separation of powers, checks and balances, federalism, and the Bill of Rights. Employs a critical analysis of modern constitutional politics.
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• CNST 4795: Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): CNST 4790 and University Advanced Standing. Examines, with a critical lens, the political and constitutional aspects of the origins, drafting, and development of The Bill of Rights, the Modern Civil Rights Movements, and the Ninth, Tenth, Thirteenth, Fourteenth, Fifteenth, and Nineteenth Amendments to the Constitution.
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• CNST 4900R: Issues and Topics in Constitutional Studies

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): (POLS 1000 or POLS 1100) and University Advanced Standing. Surveys a specific topic in constitutional studies. Topic varies each semester. With the approval of the department chair or coordinator, students may repeat the course for a maximum of 9 credits toward graduation.
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• CNST 4910R: Independent Study

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): (POLS 1000 or POLS 1100), Instructor Approval, and University Advanced Standing. Provides independent study for students unable to secure a desired course subject matter within regular curriculum offerings. Requires student and instructor design and complete readings and other projects at the upper division level, with the approval of the department chair or coordinator. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits toward graduation.
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• COMM 1020: Public Speaking

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Provides an introduction to basic concepts, theories, principles of oral communication as applied to a variety of speaking situations. Develops competence in oral communication through performance, as applied to critical thinking skills, arrangement of ideas, and use of evidence and reasoning to support claims. Explains how culture influences the perception of effective public speaking.
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• COMM 1050: Introduction to Communication

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Surveys the questions, methods, and findings in the discipline of speech communication. Explores communication theory and practice across a variety of contexts and forms, including verbal, non-verbal, interpersonal, group, organization, and mass communication.
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  General Education Course

  This course is a general education course.

• COMM 1130: Writing for the Mass Media

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Acquaints students with the fundamentals of mass communication, especially the skills of information-gathering and writing for the mass media. Emphasizes print journalism but also considers broadcasting, legal and ethical issues, and public relations. Emphasizes writing for the media and AP style. Focuses on journalistic writing forms. Lab access fee of $10 applies.
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• COMM 1500: Introduction to Mass Communication

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Introduces students to the study of American mass media. Provides a critical overview of the main themes in the study of mass media, including the historical development of the media; the social, political, economic, and organizational contexts, impacts, and significance of the media; the nature of media content; its complex relationships to mass audiences; and the legal/regulatory context in which the media operate.
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• COMM 1610: Reporting for the Mass Media

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Provides an opportunity to learn about a career in journalism. Focuses on gathering and organizing information in the field. Includes interviewing, covering a beat, investigative reporting, reviews, and opinions. Simulates a journalist's working experience. Offers experience covering current events in the field. Lab access fee of $10 applies.
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