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Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CMST/POLS 220 | Introduction to Political Communication | 3 |
| POLS 101 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| CMST 301 | Communication Research Methods | 3 |
| or POLS 308 | Research Methods | |
| CMDA 360 | Communication and Media Cooperative Education (3 credits will count toward the minor. Additional credits will count toward the student's major or free electives) | 3 |
| or POLS 436 | Political Science Washington, D.C., Internship | |
| Electives | ||
| Complete two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| New Media and Participatory Culture | ||
| Understanding Persuasion Campaigns | ||
| Social Movements and Interest Groups | ||
| Politics and Technology | ||
| Polling in the U.S | ||
| Influencers and Opinion Leaders | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Recommended Roadmap to Minor Completion
This recommended roadmap is provided as an outline for students to follow in order to complete their minor requirements within one to two years. This plan is a recommendation only and students are encouraged to consult with their advisor.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CMST 220 or POLS 220 | 3 | Minor Elective 1 | 3 |
| POLS 101 | 3 | ||
| 6 | 3 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CMST 301 or POLS 308 | 3 | CMDA 360 or POLS 436 | 3 |
| Minor Elective 2 | 3 | ||
| 6 | 3 | ||
| Total Credits 18 | |||