COM X10 COM 310 Topics in Texas Sports and Media 3 Hours
3 Lecture Hours 0 Lab Hours
Introduction to various contemporary and historical issues, emphasizing interdisciplinary perspectives and critical discourse. Communication 310 and Journalism 313S may not both be counted unless the topics vary. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Pre/Corequisites: Varies with the topic.
Grading: Student Option
Repeatable for credit: May be repeated for credit when the topics vary.
Academic Level: Lower Division
Topic 1: Soccer: The Culture and Politics of the World Cup. As the world's most popular sports event prepares to dominate television screens, social media timelines, and town squares around the globe, examine the cultural footprint of the quadrennial gathering and its impact on the sporting world and society as a whole. Review the cultural and political history of the World Cup and will follow the tournament toward its conclusion. Communication 310 (Topic 1) and 310 (Topic: Soccer/The Global Village) may not both be counted.