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Feb 03, 2025
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COM 400 - Communication Law and Ethics Case approach to libel, privacy, news gathering, freedom of information and other legal topics; treatment of ethical concerns for current media. Prerequisite: COM 301 or COM 335 Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Analyze the American legal system as a cultural artifact.
- Demonstrate knowledge of First Amendment issues as they apply to the media.
- Identify legal concerns facing professional communicators including libel, privacy, privilege and prejudicial publicity.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues associated with media and communication.
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