New and Updated Course Descriptions

SPC 208 - Communication, Advocacy, and Democracy

3 Credits

This course integrates classical and contemporary rhetorical theory with practical advocacy skills, emphasizing the civic dimensions of persuasive communication. Students will develop both critical analysis abilities and practical communication competencies while exploring their roles as engaged citizens and ethical advocates in democratic society.

New SUNY General Education:
SUNY - Civic Discourse Competency
SUNY - Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice

Course Learning Outcomes
1.Identify foundational rhetorical concepts in advocacy communication contexts
2.Apply rhetorical theory to create advocacy materials across multiple genres
3.Analyze advocacy campaigns by deconstructing their rhetorical strategies
4.Design comprehensive advocacy communication strategies using rhetorical principles
5.Evaluate the ethical implications of advocacy communication practices
6.Create original advocacy campaigns that address real civic issues
7.Reflect on personal growth as a civic communicator while transferring skills to new contexts
8.Evaluate how communication and advocacy impact the formation of identity for select groups involving race, class, or gender

Course Offered Fall, Spring