RFSS100
What is Rhetoric?
Subject code
RFSS
Course Number
100
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
S. Kelley-Romano
Course Long Title
What is Rhetoric?
Description
Although the oldest discipline, rhetoric may be the least understood. Aristotle defined rhetoric as "the faculty of observing in any given case the available means of persuasion." In this course, students conduct a historical survey of rhetorical theory from classical times to the present to critique the role of language in establishing, perpetuating, and challenging power. Rhetorical artifacts examined include political speeches, television programs, print advertisements, editorials, music, film, and social media.
Modes of Inquiry
Analysis and Critique [AC], Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]
Writing Credit
W1
GEC This Course Belongs To
-
Offering Frequency
Normally offered every year