Political Science (PS) |
936 Prince Lucien Campbell, 541-346-4864
College of Arts & Sciences
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8 - No cost for class textbook materials.
G - Pre-major, major, or minor are required to take this course graded to be applied to major/minor requirements
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Course Data
| PS 349 Mass Media & Amer Pol >2 |
4.00 cr. |
| The role of the mass media in contemporary American politics; the effect of the media on such institutions as political parties, elections, and the presidency. |
| Grading Options: |
Optional; see degree guide or catalog for degree requirements
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| Instructor: |
Jett J |
Office:
919 PLC
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| Course Materials |
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CRN |
Avail |
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Time |
Day |
Location |
Instructor |
Notes |
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24935 |
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75 |
1600-1720 |
mw |
145 STB |
Jett J |
G8 |
Final Exam: |
1445-1645 |
r 3/20 |
145 STB |
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Academic Deadlines
| Deadline |
Last day to: |
| January 5: |
Process a complete drop (100% refund, no W recorded) |
| January 11: |
Drop this course (100% refund, no W recorded; after this date, W's are recorded) |
| January 11: |
Process a complete drop (90% refund, no W recorded; after this date, W's are recorded) |
| January 12: |
Process a complete withdrawal (90% refund, W recorded) |
| January 12: |
Withdraw from this course (100% refund, W recorded) |
| January 13: |
Add this course |
| January 13: |
Last day to change to or from audit |
| January 19: |
Process a complete withdrawal (75% refund, W recorded) |
| January 19: |
Withdraw from this course (75% refund, W recorded) |
| January 26: |
Process a complete withdrawal (50% refund, W recorded) |
| January 26: |
Withdraw from this course (50% refund, W recorded) |
| February 2: |
Process a complete withdrawal (25% refund, W recorded) |
| February 2: |
Withdraw from this course (25% refund, W recorded) |
| February 23: |
Withdraw from this course (0% refund, W recorded) |
| February 23: |
Change grading option for this course |
 | You can't drop your last class using the "Add/Drop" menu in DuckWeb. Go to the “Completely Withdraw from Term/University” link to begin the complete withdrawal process. If you need assistance with a complete drop or a complete withdrawal, please contact the Office of Academic Advising, 101 Oregon Hall, 541-346-3211 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday). If you are attempting to completely withdraw after business hours, and have difficulty, please contact the Office of Academic Advising the next business day. |
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Expanded Course Description
| This course examines the role of mass media in shaping politics, policy, and political behavior in the United States. Through a blend of theoretical frameworks and case studies, we will explore how media shapes public perception, influences policy decisions, and impacts democratic processes. We will engage with scholarly readings and analyze various media forms—including news articles, social media, and political messaging—to understand the complex relationships between news outlets, journalists, politicians, government officials, and the public. Key topics include the constitutional foundations and structure of the U.S. media landscape, the evolution of news media, media effects on political knowledge and attitudes, the role of social media in contemporary politics, media bias and misinformation, and the strategic use of media by political actors and institutions. |
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