Communication 891A - Pro-Sem:GradIntro/Communicatn

This pro-seminar is designed for new graduate students (although all are welcome) has three broad foci: (1) teaching/instructional development; (2) professional development for graduate students; and (3) topics of scholarly expertise in the Department. A variety of speakers, workshops and panels will cover topics ranging from instructional techniques and pedagogical concerns, to building expertise and networks toward a professional career, to discussion of various approaches among faculty in the department to common topics (e.g., culture, media, power, identity/ies, publics/citizenships).

Open to Doctoral Communication students only. The pro-seminar will extend through the fall and spring semesters, and students are required to attend 10 sessions over the academic year.

This course is required for first year Communication graduate students.