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2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

COMM 439 - Communication and Popular Culture

(3 units)

Prerequisite: Upper-Division standing.
Examine the connection between communication and pop culture. This course helps students critically analyze how mass media shapes societal values and everyday life. Ideal for those interested in exploring the cultural impact of movies, music, and social trends.

Letter grade only (A-F).