As part of the Brown Bag Series, guest speaker Tom Hipper visited the College in the Mayo Concert Hall on Friday, March 21, for “Communication During Disasters: How Social Media and Crisis Mapping Are Changing the Field.”
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Professor Gary Woodward Publishes New Book – “The Rhetoric of Intention in Human Affairs”
The Rhetoric of Intention in Human Affairs is an insightful account of the rhetorical and psychological habits we exhibit when we must explain the reasons others act. The assumption that we can know what motivates another person is fed by more hope than certainty, and yet it is evidence of a very human impulse. Beginning…
Professor Gary Woodward Creates Blog Focusing on Communication in the Digital Age
Dr. Gary Woodward is a Professor, rhetorician, and former Chairperson of the Department of Communication Studies at The College of New Jersey. He has degrees in communication and rhetorical theory from California State University at Sacramento and the University of Pittsburgh (Ph.D. 1972), and regularly teaches courses in Persuasion Theory, Argumentation, and Philosophy of Communication.
TCNJ Wins National “Program of Excellence” Award for Best Undergraduate Communication Studies Department in the US
On Friday, November 22, 2013, TCNJ won the national Rex Smith Program of Excellence Award for best undergraduate communication studies department in the US. The award was given to TCNJ professor John C. Pollock by professor Armeda Reitzel, vice chair of the Undergraduate College and University Section (UCUS) of the National Communication Association (NCA) at…
TCNJ Communication Studies Student is Only Undergraduate to Present Paper at International Communication Association Conference in Shanghai
On November 9, 2013, Jordan Kohn, a senior communication studies major, presented a paper on “Comparing Coverage of Child Labor and National Characteristics: A Cross-National Exploration” at a conference on “Communication and Social Transformation” in Shanghai sponsored by the most prestigious scholarly communication studies organization in the world, the International Communication Association (ICA). Only after…
Communication Studies Launches First TCNJ Health Communication Summer Internship – in South Africa!
In the opening of his classic work on apartheid, “Cry, the Beloved Country”, the great South African novelist Alan Paton wrote about the province of KwaZulu-Natal: “There is a lovely road that runs from Ixopo into the hills. These hills are grass-covered and rolling, and they are lovely beyond any singing of it.” For three…
As the Semester Ends and Commencement Nears, Two Seniors Gear Up for Exciting Futures
On college campuses nationwide, the month of May is dedicated to seniors celebrating the end of their academic careers, saying goodbye to textbooks and homework assignments, and shaking the hands of their future bosses. Michelle Futerfas and U-Jin Lee are among those celebrating–but for very different reasons. Both Futerfas and Lee competed against many exceptionally…
Students Shine with Spring Papers at National and State Levels
TCNJ communication studies students presented multiple professional papers at state and national levels in March and April, extending scholarly paper records set by previous students. On March 29 two communication studies students were the only undergraduates in the nation selected to present refereed papers at the biannual DC Health Communication Conference held at George Mason…
Sponsored Trip to Tribeca Film Fest – April 26th
If you are interested in attending the Tribeca Film Festival in New York on Friday April 26th, email Lorna Johnson (johnsonl@tcnj.edu). From Prof. Johnson: “You will be responsible for the cost of the film (around $20). The Department will provide transportation. Please send an email ASAP if interested. TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL A field trip is…
Career Night – April 23rd @ 7PM in Kendall 134
Come join LPH for their annual Career Night, featuring four accomplished alumni: Paul Alfieri, Heather Comstock, Sean O’Grady, and Caitlyn Preciado. Whether you’re a curious freshman or a job-searching senior, this panel will provide you with valuable information about a variety of different fields. The Alumni: Paul Alfieri is VP of marketing for Turn Heather Comstock is…