Communication 891A - Pro-Sem:GradIntro/Communicatn
Fall
2021
01
1.00
Emily West
M 12:20PM 1:10PM
UMass Amherst
12042
Integ. Learning Center S416
ewest@comm.umass.edu
This proseminar 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). The proseminar will extend through the fall and spring semesters, and students are required to attend 8 sessions over the academic year.
Open to Doctoral Communication students only. This 1-credit Communication course is required of all new Communication incoming doctoral students in Fall 2021.