COMM 171 - Mass Media and Society

Exploration of the history, effects and role of the mass media in the U.S. Major forms of mass communication are studied. Study focuses on critical analysis of media messages, effects of media on the individual and society, and theories of communication. Students move beyond being "consumers" of media to "analysts" of media.

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  • Title: COMM 171 Mass Media and Society
  • CRN: 44831
  • Instructor: Steven Kubitza
  • Section Corequisites: NONE
  • Bldg/Room: WCC 121 West Campus Classroom Building

    • Meeting Time
    T R 12:45pm - 02:05pm C 121 West Campus Classroom Building 08/25/25 12/13/25
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    Capacity Taken Available Capacity Taken Available
    35 34 1 5 0 5
    Critical Dates for this Course
    Term: Fall 2025
    Last day to add class: 06-SEP-25
    Last day to drop with an enrollment refund: 06-SEP-25
    Last day to drop without a "W": 07-SEP-25
    Last day to drop with a "W": 24-OCT-25
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