CMST 238 - Intercultural Communication

Credits: 5
Looks at communication across cultures on the interpersonal and inter-group levels. Investigates the components of culture that work to affect the communication of members in and across cultures, including consideration of the role of culture on majority and minority cultural groups related to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class, disability, religion, age, immigration, etc. Examines different aspects of the communication process as they relate to intercultural communication, including perception, language, nonverbal communication, etc. Considers the overview of prevalent theories and practical applications.

Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 099 or instructor’s permission.
Satisfies Requirement: Humanities/Fine Arts/English and Diversity