COMM179

Examines music as a form of communication distinct from traditional verbal and nonverbal forms, and considers how our relationship with music shapes and reflects our social, emotional, or cognitive states and identities. Takes a social scientific approach to this domain with detours into some less empirical areas such as how we ascribe meaning to music, and the sociopolitical impact that music may have. Not a music skills or appreciation class.

Open to Communication and Interdisciplinary studies majors only: Open to all students during Summer Session except freshmen. Former number Comm 160MC.

Comm 179 replaces Comm 160MC. Students who completed Comm 160MC with a C- or below may take Comm 179 as a legal repeat. Students who completed Comm 160MC with a C or above may not take Comm 179.