DMC 243 - Media and American Politics

This course explores the confluence of media and politics in our democratic society. Students read political science and media studies texts, engage in class discussions, and take a field trip to New Hampshire to meet candidates (including “minor” ones), political science professors, journalists, and election workers. Students will study the changing relationship of politicians and reporters from the founding of the republic until modern times.

Credits: 4

Prerequisites/Restrictions: Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors Only

Core: History & Society