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An asterisk (*) following the four-digit number indicates the course is approved for graduate credit.
Graduate College
Agricultural Communications (AGCM)
AGCM 2113
Communications in Agriculture
Lab 2. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1113 and major in AGCM or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of agricultural news writing and other communication methods. Careers in and the role of the media in agriculture and related fields.
AGCM 3101
Exploring Agricultural Communications
An exploration of career expectations and opportunities in agricultural communications.
AGCM 3103
Communicating Agriculture to the Public
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources or consent of the instructor. Understanding and application of writing principles and communications theory as related to public issues in agriculture and the environment. Practice in writing for a variety of media and preparation of other communications as part of a communications campaign strategy.
AGCM 3113
Writing and Editing for Agricultural Publications
Lab 2. Prerequisite(s): 2113 with a grade of "C" or better; major in agricultural communications; score of 3 or better on writing assessment; or consent of instructor. Interviewing, reporting, writing, and editing for agricultural publications.
AGCM 3123
Agricultural Broadcasting
Lab 2. Prerequisite(s): 3113 or JB 3263; major in agricultural communications or consent of instructor. Interviewing, reporting, writing and editing agricultural broadcast programs. Exploration of new technologies in broadcast equipment. Opportunity for service-learning experiences.
AGCM 3213
Layout and Design for Agricultural Publications
Lab 4. Prerequisite(s): 2113 or JB 2003; major in agricultural communications or consent of instructor. Fundamentals of layout and design as applied to agricultural publications. Practical application of design principles, typography, desktop-publishing software and printing practices. Opportunity for service-learning experiences.
AGCM 3223
Web Design for Agricultural Organizations
Lab 4. Prerequisite(s): 2113 or JB 2003; major in agricultural communications or consent of instructor. Development of World Wide Web sites for agricultural organizations. Practical application of theory and skills related to graphic design, computer software, writing, editing and project management. Opportunities for service-learning experiences.
AGCM 3233
Basic Photography and Photo Editing for Agriculture
Lab 4. Prerequisite(s): 2113 or JB 2003; major in agricultural communications or consent of instructor. Beginning course focusing on photographic equipment, related software and photo composition in an agricultural setting.
AGCM 4113*
Features Writing and Editing for Agricultural Publications
Prerequisite(s): 3113 with a grade of "C" or better; major in agricultural communications or consent of instructor. Brainstorming, researching, interviewing, developing, writing and editing feature stories for agricultural publications.
AGCM 4203*
Professional Development in Agricultural Communications
Prerequisite(s): 2113 or JB 2003; major in agricultural communications or consent of instructor. Professional preparation and development for careers in agricultural communications. Professional communications, resume and portfolio development, presentations, networking and job interviews. Introduction to event planning.
AGCM 4300
Internships in Agricultural Communications
1-6 credits, max 6. Prerequisite(s): Consent of internship coordinator and adviser. Supervised work experience with approved employers in agricultural communications. Presentation required following the internship experience.
AGCM 4403*
Planning Campaigns for Agriculture and Natural Resources
Lab 4. Prerequisite(s): 3113 or JB 3263; AGCM 3213; major in agricultural communications or consent of instructor. Communications campaign development for agriculture and natural resources activities and issues, including development of materials, budgets and contracts.
AGCM 4413*
Agricultural Communications Capstone
Lab 4. Prerequisite(s): 3213, 3233; JB 3263 or AGCM 4113; senior or graduate standing and consent of instructor. The development of agricultural communications projects with focus in either broadcast or print media. Practical application of writing, editing and design skills as well as software applications.
AGCM 4990
Problems in Agricultural Communications
1-6 credits, max 6. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Small group and individual study and research in problems relating to communications within the agricultural sector and from the agricultural sector to other constituencies.
AGCM 5000*
Research and Thesis
1-6 credits, max 6. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Independent research and thesis under the direction and supervision of a major professor.
AGCM 5100*
Issues in Agricultural Communications
1-3 credits, max 6. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Discussion of issues, problems and trends in agricultural communications.
AGCM 5103*
History and Philosophical Foundations of Agricultural Communications
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Discussion of the history, philosophical foundations and current issues regarding agricultural communications and the land-grant system.
AGCM 5203*
Theory and Practice in Agricultural Communications
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. The study of major communication theories and theorists in the context of agricultural communications.
AGCM 5213*
Advanced Concepts in Agricultural Publishing
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Analysis, redesign and creation of agricultural publications. Evaluation of audience, production, advertising and editorial content.
AGCM 5303*
Communicating Ethical Issues in Agriculture
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. An introduction to communicating ethical theories in the context of agriculture. Ethical theory and current research are used to critique contemporary issues in agriculture.
AGCM 5990*
Advanced Studies in Agricultural Communications
Prerequisite(s): Consent of supervising professor. Individual and small group study or research in agricultural communications topics and issues.
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