CMST214 — Gender and Communication
Explores gender and the communication process in a contemporary context; examining privilege, conflict, gender stereotypes, media, and cultural patterns of interaction on the self and in interpersonal relationships. Uses communication theory to explain gender phenomena, and stereotypes, with an emphasis on improving communication competence. Addresses communication’s role in creating and sustaining patterns of gender identity that are interdependent among other social and cultural identities such as race, class, ability, religion, etc. Enrollment Requirement: Eligible for ENGL& 101 or instructor consent. Course Fee: $1.00 Course