RFSS391B
Presidential Campaign Rhetoric
Subject code
RFSS
Course Number
391B
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
S. Kelley-Romano
Course Long Title
Presidential Campaign Rhetoric
Description
In this course, students explore the wide array of discourse surrounding presidential campaigns. Attention is paid to political speeches, advertisements, debates, news reporting, and the use of social media in campaigning. Students also participate in an extensive "mock campaign" complete with candidates, conventions, media, debates, and scandal. Special attention is paid to the evaluation of evidence and sources in the construction of political argument and image. This seminar is recommended for juniors and seniors. Prerequisite(s): one course in rhetoric, film, and screen studies.
Modes of Inquiry
Analysis and Critique [AC], Creative Process and Production [CP]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
INDS Program Relationship
IDAM - AMST Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
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Class Restriction
Exclude First Years