Rhetoric What we Study Courses Minor and Majors Faculty Contests Forensics
	History of the Rhetoric Studies Department Rhetoric has been a part of Whitman College’s curriculum since the 1880s. As vibrant as ever, the study of contemporary communication continues as our professors and students examine the latest news reports in the Middle East, Presidential addresses, union protests, among many kinds of discourse from a wide variety of rhetorical perspectives. Click the eras in which you have interest. KEY ERAS 1 1882-1909 THE EARLY YEARS AS REQUIRED COURSES 9 1909-1946 AS PART OF THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT 11 1946-1970 SPEECH DEPARTMENT WITH MAJOR 14 1970-1980–NO MORE MAJOR 39 1980-1992 SPEECH WITH BOB WITHYCOMBE 53 1992-1997 SPEECH WITH BOB AND JIM 60 1997-2002 RHETORIC AND PUBLIC ADDRESS, WITH A MINOR 74 2002-2011 RHETORIC AND FILM STUDIES AND A MAJOR 101 2011-2012 RHETORIC AND MEDIA STUDIES, STOPGAP YEAR 178 2012-Present RHETORIC STUDIES, THE NEWLY FOCUSED MAJORS 189 KEY ERAS 1882-1909 – Rhetoric as Required Courses in the Curriculum Some of the Speech Professors from the early years, most of whom coached the Speech and Debate Team. President Penrose served as one of these Professors. Rhetoric courses such as oratory, declamation, and the study of great rhetoricians and orators were required courses in the early years of Whitman’s curriculum. For a year or two, public speaking was its own area of study. 1909-1946 – Rhetoric as Speech within the English Department During this era, Speech was a part of the English department. W.R. Davis, pictured to the left, was the head of the English department for most of this era and he was involved in the speech and debate program. A variety of professors instructed in speech most notably John Ackley who served from 1934 to 1945. 1947 – 1953 – Speech becomes its own department Professors Ray Keesey, Lloyd Newcomer, Harold Sims, John Shepard Lloyd Newcomer begins in 1946 and the year after, the new Speech department appears, separate from the English department. Newcomer leaves in 1951 with Harold Sims and John Shepard taking charge until 1954 when Dean McSloy began. The department offers courses focused on speaking, debating, persuasion and argument. 1954 – 1970, Dean McSloy heads up the one person department Dean McSloy (until 1969) with William Veatch 1967-1970 Speech major. The department offers a comprehensive approach including speaking, debating, discussion, radio, public address, persuasion and argument, oral interpretation, and speech correction. Students were encouraged and in some cases required to take courses outside of the department. Speech Correction is dropped in 1960. Oral Interpretation is dropped in 1962. The Speech Major is dropped in 1968. Dean McSloy leaves in 1968, William Veatch takes over until 1970. 1970 – 1972, Larry Arlington shakes up the department Larry David Arlington (instructor) with Remy Wilcox (forensics) Major alterations in the program occurred. The fundamentals course is re-described. Radio is dropped. Forensics appears to take less importance. The fundamentals course is redone as a (classical) rhetorical theory course. The description of the department changes in 1970 and 1971 significantly and the focus appears to have been a more philosophical approach toward rhetoric. 1972 – 1980, Extra-Departmental Status with Remy and Joann Remy Wilcox shared teaching responsibilities with Joann Rasmussen for the Speech department. The fundamentals course is returned as a public speaking course. Argumentation, discussion, public address, persuasion are all dumped. Instead, a course in voice and articulation is added, somewhat akin to oral interpretation but more linguistic in nature. Forensics becomes a yearly course again. In 1977, the department becomes “extra-departmental,” a teaching department. This description was essentially dropped in the 1980 catalog but remnants of it existed up until the 2000-2001 catalog when Jim Hanson and Bob Withycombe submitted a proposal that ended the teaching areas, created interdisciplinary studies as an area, and clearly placed the Rhetoric Department into the Humanities Division (II). 1980 – 1992, Bob arrives, Speech returns as a department Bob Withycombe arrives as an Assistant Professor having finished 9 years coaching debate as a high school instructor. Bob drops the articulation and diction course and returns to argument and persuasion and a western rhetorical theory course. 1992 – 2001, Jim and Bob, Speech then Rhetoric and Public Address Bob Withycombe, Jim Hanson Jim Hanson’s addition to the department allows multiple new courses. Rhetorical Criticism, Argument in the Law and Society, Free Speech, African American Protest Rhetoric, Advanced Public Address, Kenneth Burke, Contemporary Rhetorical Theory, Classical Rhetorical Theory, Rhetoric in Race, Class, and Gender courses are added. Department name is changed to Rhetoric and Public Address in 1997. Marilee Mifsud is visiting Johnstone Professor in Rhetoric for 1997-1998 and teaches a variety of classical rhetoric courses. Minor added in 1997; its requirements were adjusted in 1998. During this period of time, several students worked on independent majors with the Rhetoric department such as Karen Skantze (Political Rhetoric, 1998) and Nicholas Thomas (Rhetoric, 2002). 2001-2012, Rhetoric and Film Studies (Jim, Bob, Robert) Bob Withycombe, Jim Hanson, Robert Sickles Robert Sickles is added in Fall 2001. Department is renamed Rhetoric and Film Studies in Spring 2001. A major is established in the Fall of 2002. It is revised and unanimously approved by the faculty for 2003. Bob, Robert, and Jim were the 3 Department Professors during this 10 year time period. Andrew Douglas served as Visiting Professor in the Fall of 2004 (replacing Robert Sickels, sabbatical). Amy Corey served as Johnstone Visiting Professor 2007-2008 (she moved to Visual Culture studies in the 2008-2009 year). Annie Petersen served as Visiting Professor in Spring 2010 (replacing Robert Sickels, sabbatical). Bob Withycombe retires at the end of Spring 2011. The Department is renamed Rhetoric and Media Studies in Spring 2011 with new major and minor requirements as a stop gap measure before splitting the department in two. Patrick Bellanger is added in Fall 2011. 2012-Present, Rhetoric Studies (Jim, Patrick, Matt with Bob) Jim Hanson, Patrick Belanger, Matt deTar, Bob Withycombe Rhetoric Studies begins in Fall 2012. Film & Media Studies separates into its own program. Jim Hanson is the chair of the Department Patrick Belanger teaches social activism and justice courses. Matt deTar begins teaching courses in rhetorical theory. Bob Withycombe remains in Hunter mostly doing development and admission work for the college. 1882-1909 THE EARLY YEARS AS REQUIRED COURSES Rhetoric, Elocution, Greek Oration and Declamation classes required 1882-1897 Miss Abbie E.Cushman, A.M., 1883 - 1888 , Lady Principal and Professor of English Language, Elocution, and History; in 1886, becomes Professor English Language and History Corabel Tarr, Ph. B., 1886-1888, Instructor in Elocution and Latin; taught different courses after that for a year. William D. Lyman 1888 - 1890; 1891-1895, began as Professor of English language and History; then became Professor of Political Science and English in 1891 (continued on as Pol. Sci. and History until ?) Mrs. M. C. Gunn, 1890-1891, Professor of English language and History Miss Fannie C. Norris, A.M., 1890-1891, Instructor in latin, German, and Elocution Otto A. Hauerbach, A.B., 1895 - 1901, 1901-1903 , Professor of Oratory and Elocution; in 1901, he becomes Professor of English Language and Literature; is on leave of absence in 1903 and does not return Louise R. Loomis, A.B., 1898-1901, Instructor in Latin and English William Worthington, A.B. 1900-1901, Instructor in Greek and English 1902, ASWC starts; it controls debate and oratory/recognizes it Edith B. Merrell, A.B., 1901-1907 Instructor in Greek and Latin; becomes Greek and Oratory in 1905; returned in 1912 Eliza P. Cobb, A.B., 1903- 1905, Dean of Women and Assistant Professor of English William D. Lyman teaches some courses in English, 1903-1904, Archer W. Hendrick, A.M., LL.B., 1903- 1909 when he becomes Dean, Acting Professor of English Language and Literature and Principal of Academy’ becomes Professor of English, and Principal of Whitman Academy in 1904; called the Pearsons Academy 1906; just Professor of English in 1908; becomes Dean of the College in 1909 Norman Frank Coleman, A.B., 1906- Professor of Rhetoric; becomes Professor of English in 1909 President Penrose and E. B. Merrell taught Public Speaking, a separate department!, 1905-1906 Lucille Foster Fargo, B.L., 1904-1905, Assistant in English Ruby Maud Jolliffe, A.B., 1905- Instructor in English and German; just English as of 1906 Julia Lucile James, 1906-1907, Assistant in English Annie Jenkins Rue, 1906-1907, Assistant in English 1909-1946 AS PART OF THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Ralph Waldo Morris, A.B., 1909-1911 Assistant Professor of English Harold Guy Merriam, A.B., 1909-1911 Instructor in English Hughena Monteith Thomson, 1909-1911, Instructor in Public Speaking, and Director of Physical Training for Women Aubrey Ward Goodenough, A.M., 1911-1912 Assistant Professor of English Mable Electa Bulan, Ph.D., 1911-1912, Instructor in English May Frazier, A.M., 1911-1913, Instructor in English Ariel Margaret McNaughton, A.M., 1911- 1915, Instructor in English Ralph Phillip Boas, A.M. 1911-1916, Assistant Professor of English, in 1913 becomes Associate Professor in 1911. He went on leave in 1916-1918 and never returned. He coached debate at least for some time. William Rees Davis, Mary A Denny Professor of English; A.B. Ripon College; A.M. Harvard; 1913- (at least 1947). Dean in 1930. Milton Simpson A.M. Acting Associate Professor of English, 1916-1919. He probably coached debate and taught speech, taking over for Boas. Margaret Lucille Leyda, A.B. Instructor in English and Physical Training for Women, 1916-1917. Eliza Polhemus Cobb, A.B. Instructor in English, 1917-1918. Dorothy Margaret Gardner A.M. 1918-1920, Instructor in English; 1920-?, Assistant Professor of English and Dean of Women. Mark Bayley A.M. Assistant Professor of English, 1919-1920. Probably coached debate; taught speech. Le Forest Waterman Sawtelle, Assistant Professor English, 1920-?; Ph.B. Probably coached debate and taught speech. May Dening Penrose, 1920-? Instructor in English. 1920 Catalog, the “Courses in Speaking” are separated from English. Edith Blackman Merrell Davis, A.B. (Mrs.) Assistant Professor English, A.B. Ripon College; started in the English department in 1924 (she taught Latin as an instructor prior to that way back to 1901); on leave of absence during 1944; she finishes in 1946 or 1947. Raymond Lloyd Lapham, Instructor in English, 1926-?, A.M., University of Oregon; B.A. Reed College Mark Harris, Assistant Professor of Public Speaking and Debate, 1929-1931. A.B. Williams College. May have stopped in 1931. Roy Clyde McCall, A.M. Assistant Professor of English, 1931-1934 A.B. University of Redlands, 1930; A.M., University of Southern California, 1933. Took a leave of absence in 1934-35; returned; he leaves in 1936. I believe the debate and speech oriented courses may have not been taught during his absence or Ackley taught them. Probably coached debate and took over for Harris who may actually have stopped teaching in 1931. Marvin Waldo Cragun, Instructor in English, 1930-1933; Assistant Professor, 1933-? A.B. and A.M. University of Minnesota William Russell Blankenship; Associate Professor of English, 1923-1932; Associate Professor; became a Professor in 1932, went on leave and did not return. A.B. University of Missouri; A.M. University of Washington. John William Ackley, A.M. Assistant Professor of English, A.B., University of Redlands; A.M., University of Southern California, started in 1934 as acting assistant; 1935-1936 he is an instructor; given assistant professor position in 1936; he teaches an literature, discussion and the English intro course during his first two years; becomes an associate professor in 1944; is taken out of job in 1945 (Ray Keesey replaces him) goes on leave of absence for the 1946-47 year and then leaves the college permanently. Ray Keesey, A.M. Assistant Professor of English; A.B., A.M., Ohio University; Ohio State University; joins the school in 1945; becomes assistant professor in 1946; unclear when he leaves because in 1946 Newcomer arrives. 1946-1970 SPEECH DEPARTMENT WITH MAJOR Speech 1946-1951 Lloyd Robert Newcomer, A.M. Assistant Professor of English; Northern Illinois State Teachers College; Iowa University; A.B. University of Wyoming; A.M., University of Southern California. Joins the faculty in 1946. He resigned May, 1951. William Owen Pugh, A.M., Instructor in English, A.B., Whitman College; State University of Iowa; A.M., College of the Pacific; joins the faculty in 1946; teaches speech courses; probably ended in 1949. Frederick James Hunter, A.M. Assistant Professor of English; Los Angeles City College; A.B. University of California; A.M., University of North Carolina; joins the faculty in 1946; teaches drama and basically replaces EBM Davis; probably ended his time at Whitman in 1950 when Dorothy Crutchfield joined. Alvin Cline, A.M, (1949; 1950) Assistant Professor of Education and Psychology A.B., Dartmouth College; Ed.M., Boston University; A.M., Columbia University. May have ended in 1950. Speech 1952-1954 John Ralph Shepherd, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Speech; San Jose State College; A.B., A.M., Stanford University; Ph.D., University of Southern California. Joined the school in 1952; left in 1954. Dorothy Marie Crutchfield, M.F.A. Instructor in Speech and Dramatic Art; B.F.A. Oklahoma University, M.F.A., Catholic University of America. Begins in 1950. Note: in 1921, Whitman became a member of DSR. We switched to Pi Kappa Delta in 1954 when Dean McSloy began coaching. Speech 1954-1956 SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Whitman College offers a major study in speech in a sequence of courses which is designed to give the student an understanding of basic principles and skills which are fundamental and preparatory to careers in such fields as radio, television, teaching, and other areas of verbal and visual communication. These courses are planned to correlate with the academic work the student may be doing in other courses within the College. Special emphasis is put upon the relationship between speech and English, dramatic art, and the social sciences. In extracurricular activity, there is opportunity for students who may be interested in speech but who are not enrolled in speech classes. A radio production unit functions on the campus as a service group, and also assists in radio programs produced both on and off the campus. Programs produced by the group are broadcast over local stations, and over stations in other cities. The College pursues an active program in intercollegiate forensics, and is represented at tournaments by junior and senior varsity squads. Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, debate, speech correction, and history of public address. The major required: Thirteen hours selected from courses in speech; Dramatic Art 55, 56; twelve hours selected from English 25, 26, 35, 36, 39, 40, 75, 76, 79, 80; three hours selected from History 27, 28, 57, 58, 61, 62, 64. Of the total of thirty-six hours, eighteen must be in courses numbered above 50. Advised: As much additional work in dramatic art as time permits. SPEECH (See Division 11 Major Studies, page 41.) Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); Faber Bennett DeChaine (1953-1955) Note: John Ackley, Intramural Debate Men’s Prize; Austin Rice was the Women’s Prize; Delta Gamma Prize in Forensics was given out; it was for $60. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. Designed to lay a foundation in the fundamental speech skills common to radio, theatre, public speaking, and interpretation; skills which enter into all speaking and reading; the proper use of the voice, body movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. Required of all major students. Prerequisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Debate, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Frequent speaking before the class is used to illustrate application o fthe principles studied to discussion of problems in the field of reading. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. SPEECH 43. Intercollegiate Debate, 1 hour, one semester A seminar course designed especially for varsity debaters with standing above freshman rank. Maximum credit allowed, three hours. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television in the United States and foreign countries. SPEECH 72. Radio Production and Direction, 3 hours, one semester The writing, production, and direction of various types of radio programs. The first half of the course deals with variety, music, news, audience participation, and special events shows. The second half is concerned with drama. Prerequisite: Course 53 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 78. Oral Interpretation, 3 hours, one semester Basic theories of interpretation. Practice in reading aloud various literary forms, with stress on communication of thought and emo- tion. Prerequisite: Course 11. SPEECH 80. Voice Science and Phonetics, 3 hours, one semester A study of the human anatomy which is related to the production and reception of sound. Practical application of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Prerequisite: Course 11 and junior standing. SPEECH 81. Introduction to Speech Correction, 3 hours, one semester A course to acquaint students having no special training in speech correction with the more common disorders of voice and articulation, and with what they should and should not attempt in assisting speech defectives. Designed primarily for the prospective teacher. Prerequisite: Course 80 and Psychology 53. SPEECH 82. Problems in Speech Correction, 2 or 3 hours, one semester A course in clinical methods using case histories, audio and visual aids, and various corrective procedures in working with speech de. fectives. Prerequisite: Course 81. SPEECH 85, 86. Senior Honors Course, 3 hours, each semester Designed to further independent investigation leading to the preparation of a required report or thesis. Required of and limited to senior honors candidates in speech. Speech 1956-1958 SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Whitman College offers a major study in speech in a sequence of courses which is designed to give the student an understanding of basic principles and skills which are fundamental and preparatory to careers in such fields as radio, television, teaching, and other areas of verbal and visual communication. These courses are planned to correlate with the academic work the student may be doing in other courses within the College. Special emphasis is put upon the relationship between speech and English, dramatic art, and the social sciences. In extracurricular activity, there is opportunity for students who may be interested in speech but who are not enrolled in speech classes. A radio production unit functions on the campus as a service group, and also assists in radio programs produced both on and off the campus. Programs produced by the group are broadcast over local stations, and over stations in other cities. The College pursues an active program in intercollegiate forensics, and is represented at tournaments by junior and senior varsity squads. Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, debate, speech correction, and history of public address. The major required: Thirteen hours selected from courses in speech; Dramatic Art 47, 48; twelve hours selected from English 25, 26, 35, 36, 39, 40, 75, 76, 79, 80; three hours selected from History 27, 28, 57, 58, 61, 62, 64. Of the total of thirty-six hours, eighteen must be in courses numbered above 50. Advised: As much additional work in dramatic art as time permits. Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); Arlene Faye DuMond, MFA (1955-); Arlene becomes an assistant professor in 1957 CHANGES: Speech 11 and 12 changed skipping connection to radio and theater. Speech 42 changed from Argumentation and Debate to Argumentation and Persuasion. Speech 43 changed to 43 and 44 with different description and not limited to non-frosh. New Speech 51, Business and Professional Speaking. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. The basic principles of speech and proficiency in their use. Voice, bodily movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. The preparation and delivery of speech for the class, and the evaluation of these by group discussion. Required of all major students. Prereq- uisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Persuasion, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Motivating human con- duct. Frequent class speaking. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. SPEECH 43, 44. Principles and Practice of Debate, 2 hours, each semester The analysis of propositions. Investigation. Evidence and arguments. Briefing and outlining. Refutation and rebuttal. The advocate as speaker. Participation in class debates. SPEECH 51. Business and Professional Speech, 3 hours, one semester A study of business and professional speech situations. Interviews, conversations, conferences. Reading written reports. Speeches of good will, to inform, and to persuade. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television. Radio engineering. Radio play production. SPEECH 72. Radio Production and Direction, 3 hours, one semester The writing, production, and direction of various types of radio programs. Variety, music, news, audience participation, special events shows, and drama. Prerequisite: Course 53 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 78. Oral Interpretation, 3 hours, one semester Basic theories of interpretation. Practice in reading aloud various literary forms, with stress on communication of thought and emotion. Prerequisite: Course 11. SPEECH 80. Voice Science and Phonetics, 3 hours, one semester A study of the human anatomy which is related to the production and reception of sound. Practical application of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Prerequisite: Course 11 and junior standing. SPEECH 81. Introduction to Speech Correction, 3 hours, one semester A course to acquaint students having no special training in speech correction with the more common disorders of voice and articulation, and with what they should and should not attempt in assisting speech defectives. Designed primarily for the prospective teacher. Prerequisite: Course 80 and Psychology 53. SPEECH 82. Problems in Speech Correction, 2 or 3 hours, one semester A course in clinical methods using case histories, audio and visual aids, and various corrective procedures in working with speech defectives. Prerequisite: Course 81. SPEECH 85, 86. Senior Honors Course, 3 hours, each semester Designed to further independent investigation leading to the prep- aration of a required report or thesis. Required of and limited to senior honors candidates in speech. Speech 1958-1960 SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Whitman College offers a major study in speech in a sequence of courses which is designed to give the student an understanding of basic principles and skills which are fundamental and preparatory to careers in such fields as radio, television, teaching, and other areas of verbal and visual communication. These courses are planned to correlate with the academic work the student may be doing in other courses within the College. Special emphasis is put upon the relationship between speech and English, dramatic art, and the social sciences. In extracurricular activity, there is opportunity for students who may be interested in speech but who are not enrolled in speech classes. A radio production unit functions on the campus as a service group, and also assists in radio programs produced both on and off the campus. Programs produced by the group are broadcast over local stations. The College pursues an active program in intercollegiate forensics, and is represented at tournaments by junior and senior varsity squads. Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, debate, speech correction, and history of public address. The major required: Thirteen hours selected from courses in speech; Dramatic Art 47, 48; twelve hours selected from English 25, 26, 35, 36, 39, 40, 75, 76, 79, 80; three hours selected from History 27, 28, 57, 58, 61, 62, 64. Of the total of thirty-six hours, eighteen must be in courses numbered above 50. Advised: As much additional work in dramatic art as time permits. Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); Arlene Faye DuMond, MFA (1955-) Note: No more Intramural prizes; intramural debate probably stopped during these years. Chester Maxey Award in Intercollegiate Forensics is given annually to a student who has shown distinguished achievement in intercollegiate forensics. CHANGES: None. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. The basic principles of speech and proficiency in their use. Voice, bodily movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. The preparation and delivery of speech for the class, and the evaluation of these by group discussion. Required of all major students. Prerequisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Persuasion, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Motivating human con- duct. Frequent class speaking. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. SPEECH 43, 44. Principles and Practice of Debate, 2 hours, each semester The analysis of propositions. Investigation. Evidence and arguments. Briefing and outlining. Refutation and rebuttal. The advo- cate as speaker. Participation in class debates. SPEECH 51. Business and Professional Speech, 3 hours, one semester A study of business and professional speech situations. Interviews, conversations, conferences. Reading written reports. Speeches of good will, to inform, and to persuade. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television. Radio engineering. Radio play pro- duction. SPEECH 72. Radio Production and Direction, 3 hours, one semester The writing, production, and direction of various types of radio programs. Variety, music, news, audience participation, special events shows, and drama. Prerequisite: Course 53 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 78. Oral Interpretation, 3 hours, one semester Basic theories of interpretation. Practice in reading aloud various literary forms, with stress on communication of thought and emo- tion. Prerequisite: Course 11. SPEECH 80. Voice Science and Phonetics, 3 hours, one semester A study of the human anatomy which is related to the production and reception of sound. Practical application of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Prerequisite: Course 11 and junior standing. SPEECH 81. Introduction to Speech Correction, 3 hours, one semester A course to acquaint students having no special training in speech correction with the more common disorders of voice and articulation, and with what they should and should not attempt in assisting speech defectives. Designed primarily for the prospective teacher. Prerequisite: Course 80 and Psychology 53. SPEECH 82. Problems in Speech Correction, 2 or 3 hours, one semester A course in clinical methods using case histories, audio and visual aids, and various corrective procedures in working with speech defectives. Prerequisite: Course 81. SPEECH 85, 86. Senior Honors Course, 3 hours, each semester Designed to further independent investigation leading to the preparation of a required report or thesis. Required of and limited to senior honors candidates in speech. Speech 1960-1962 SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Whitman College offers a major study in speech in a sequence of courses which is designed to give the student an understanding of basic principles and skills which are fundamental and preparatory to careers in such fields as radio, television, teaching, and other areas of verbal and visual communication. These courses are planned to correlate with the academic work the student may be doing in other courses within the College. Special emphasis is put upon the relationship between speech and English, dramatic art, and the social sciences. In extracurricular activity, there is opportunity for students who may be interested in speech but who are not enrolled in speech classes. A radio production unit functions on the campus as a service group, and also assists in radio programs produced both on and off the campus. Programs produced by the group are broadcast over local stations. The College pursues an active program in intercollegiate forensics, and is represented at tournaments by junior and senior varsity squads. Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, debate, and history of public address. The major required: Thirteen hours selected from courses in speech; Dramatic Art 47, 48; twelve hours selected from English 25, 26, 35, 36, 39, 40, 75, 76, 79, 80; three hours selected from History 27, 28, 57, 58, 61, 62, 64. Of the total of thirty-six hours, eighteen must be in courses numbered above 50. Advised: As much additional work in dramatic art as time permits. Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); Arlene Faye DuMond, MFA (1955-) Note: No more Intramural prizes; intramural debate probably stopped during these years. Chester Maxey Award in Intercollegiate Forensics is given annually to a student who has shown distinguished achievement in intercollegiate forensics. CHANGES: Sophomore prerequisites were dropped. Speech 78, advanced radio dropped. Oral interpretation, voice and diction, speech correction were all dropped. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. The basic principles of speech and proficiency in their use. Voice, bodily movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. The preparation and delivery of speech for the class, and the evaluation of these by group discussion. Required of all major students. Prerequisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Persuasion, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Motivating human con- duct. Frequent class speaking. SPEECH 43, 44. Principles and Practice of Debate, 2 hours, each semester The analysis of propositions. Investigation. Evidence and arguments. Briefing and outlining. Refutation and rebuttal. The advocate as speaker. Participation in class debates. SPEECH 51. Business and Professional Speech, 3 hours, one semester A study of business and professional speech situations. Interviews, conversations, conferences. Reading written reports. Speeches of good will, to inform, and to persuade. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television. Radio engineering. Various types of radio programs. SPEECH 85, 86. Senior Honors Course, 3 hours, each semester Designed to further independent investigation leading to the preparation of a required report or thesis. Required of and limited to senior honors candidates in speech. Speech 1962-1964 SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Whitman College offers a major study in speech in a sequence of courses which is designed to give the student an understanding of basic principles and skills which are fundamental and preparatory to careers in such fields as radio, television, teaching, and other areas of verbal and visual communication. These courses are planned to correlate with the academic work the student may be doing in other courses within the College. Special emphasis is put upon the relationship between speech and English, dramatic art, and the social sciences. In extracurricular activity, there is opportunity for students who may be interested in speech but who are not enrolled in speech classes. A radio production unit functions on the campus as a service group, and also assists in radio programs produced both on and off the campus. Programs produced by the group are broadcast over local stations. The College pursues an active program in intercollegiate forensics, and is represented at tournaments by junior and senior varsity squads. Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, debate, and history of public address. The major required: Thirteen hours selected from courses in speech; Dramatic Art 47, 48; twelve hours selected from English 25, 26, 35, 36, 39, 40, 75, 76, 79, 80; three hours selected from History 27, 28, 57, 58, 61, 62, 64. Of the total of thirty-six hours, eighteen must be in courses numbered above 50. Advised: As much additional work in dramatic art as time permits. Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); Arlene Faye DuMond, MFA (1955-1962 or 1964) John Raymond Freimann, MFA joined in Arlene’s position in 1962; BS New York University, MFA, Fordham University Note: No more Intramural prizes; intramural debate probably stopped during these years. Chester Maxey Award in Intercollegiate Forensics is given annually to a student who has shown distingiuished achievement in intercollegiate forensics. CHANGES: None but a more detailed list of courses asked of Speech majors. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. The basic principles of speech and proficiency in their use. Voice, bodily movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. The preparation and delivery of speech for the class, and the evaluation of these by group discussion. Required of all major students. Prereq- uisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Persuasion, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Motivating human con- duct. Frequent class speaking. SPEECH 43, 44. Principles and Practice of Debate, 2 hours, each semester The analysis of propositions. Investigation. Evidence and arguments. Briefing and outlining. Refutation and rebuttal. The advocate as speaker. Participation in class debates. SPEECH 51. Business and Professional Speech, 3 hours, one semester A study of business and professional speech situations. Interviews, conversations, conferences. Reading written reports. Speeches of good will, to inform, and to persuade. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television. Radio engineering. Various types of radio programs. SPEECH 85, 86. Senior Honors Course, 3 hours, each semester Designed to further independent investigation leading to the prep- aration of a required report or thesis. Required of and limited to senior honors candidates in speech. SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Associate Professor MCSLOY The student of the speech arts may anticipate an increasing demand for his knowledge and skill both in the teaching profession and in the broad field of communications in general. There is an increasing demand for those with a sound liberal arts background, varied undergraduate courses in speech, and specialization on the graduate level in public speaking, speech and hearing therapy, radio and television, or public address. The ability to direct forensics is a distinct asset. Telecommunications of the commercial type, and particularly the rapid development of educational television, provide career opportunities. There are also many opportunities in the business and professional areas for who have had in addition to speech concentrated study programs which prepare persons for such fields as business management, personnel work, sales, social work, dramatic art, journalism, law, the ministry, and c service. RECOMMENDED FoR THE FRESHMAN YEAR Economics 11, 12, Principles of Economics Political Science 21, 22, American Political Processes Psychology 3 Introduction to Psychology Philosophy 2i, Introduction to Philosophy Speech 11, 12, Fundamentals of Speech RECOMMENDED FOR THE SOPHOMORE YEAR Dramatic Art 47, 48, Play Production or Dramatic Art 33, 34, Intermediate Acting English 25, 26, Fiction, Poetry, and Drama Sociology 3, Introduction to Sociology Speech 41, Theory and Practice of Discussion Speech 43, Principles and Practices of Debate RECOMMENDED FOR THE JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEARS English 79, 80, American Literature History 61, The Rise of American Industrial Society History 62, The United States in the Twentieth Century Psychology 54, Human Growth and Development Sociology 43, Social Psychology Religion 52, Christian Ethics Speech 42, Argumentation and Persuasion Speech 43, 44, Principles and Practice of Debate Speech 5 1, Business and Professional Speech Speech 53, Radio and Television Courses in dramatic art Courses in foreign languages Speech 1964-1966 The intro description of the speech department is gone. Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, and debate. Attention is given also to history of public address. The major required: Thirteen hours selected from courses in speech; Dramatic Art 47, 48; twelve hours selected from English 25, 26, 35, 36, 39, 40, 75, 76, 79, 80; three hours selected from History 27, 28, 57, 58, 61, 62, 64. Of the total of thirty-six hours, eighteen must be in courses numbered above 50. Advised: As much additional work in dramatic art as time permits. Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); Dean McSloy becomes full professor in 1964; John Raymond Freimann, MFA joined in Arlene’s position in 1962; BS New York University, MFA, Fordham University; Charles David Haller, MFA (1964-?) is added as Assistant Professor of Dramatic Art and Speech; and Acting Director of the Whitman Theatre (1964-65); CHANGES: Minor wording changes. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. The basic principles of speech and proficiency in their use. Voice, bodily movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. The preparation and delivery of speech for the class, and the evaluation of these by group discussion. Required of all major students. Prereq- uisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Persuasion, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Motivating human con- duct. Frequent class speaking. SPEECH 43, 44. Principles and Practice of Debate, 2 hours, each semester The analysis of propositions. investigation, evidence and arguments, briefing and outlining, refutation and rebuttal, the advocate as speaker. Participation in class debates. SPEECH 51. Business and Professional Speech, 3 hours, one semester A study of business and professional speech situations. Interviews, conversations, conferences. Reading written reports. Speeches of good will, information, and persuasion. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television. Radio engineering. Various types of radio programs. SPEECH 85, 86. Senior Honors Course, 3 hours, each semester Designed to further independent investigation leading to the prep- aration of a required report or thesis. Required of and limited to senior honors candidates in speech. SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Associate Professor MCSLOY The student of the speech arts may anticipate an increasing demand for his knowledge and skill both in the teaching profession and in the broad field of communications in general. There is an increasing demand for those with a sound liberal arts background, varied undergraduate courses in speech, and specialization on the graduate level in public speaking, speech and hearing therapy, radio and television, or public address. The ability to direct forensics is a distinct asset. Telecommunications of the commercial type, and particularly the rapid development of educational television, provide career opportunities. There are also many opportunities in the business and professional areas for who have had in addition to speech concentrated study programs which prepare persons for such fields as business management, personnel work, sales, social work, dramatic art, journalism, law, the ministry, and c service. RECOMMENDED FoR THE FRESHMAN YEAR Economics 11, 12, Principles of Economics Political Science 21, 22, American Political Processes Psychology 3 Introduction to Psychology Philosophy 2i, Introduction to Philosophy Speech 11, 12, Fundamentals of Speech RECOMMENDED FOR THE SOPHOMORE YEAR Dramatic Art 47, 48, Play Production or Dramatic Art 33, 34, Intermediate Acting English 25, 26, Fiction, Poetry, and Drama Sociology 3, Introduction to Sociology Speech 41, Theory and Practice of Discussion Speech 43, Principles and Practices of Debate RECOMMENDED FOR THE JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEARS English 79, 80, American Literature History 61, The Rise of American Industrial Society History 62, The United States in the Twentieth Century Psychology 54, Human Growth and Development Sociology 43, Social Psychology Religion 52, Christian Ethics Speech 42, Argumentation and Persuasion Speech 43, 44, Principles and Practice of Debate Speech 5 1, Business and Professional Speech Speech 53, Radio and Television Courses in dramatic art Courses in foreign languages Speech 1966-1968 Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, and debate. Attention is given also to history of public address. The major required: Thirteen hours selected from courses in speech; Dramatic Art 47, 48; twelve hours selected from English 25, 26, 35, 36, 39, 40, 75, 76, 79, 80; three hours selected from History 27, 28, 57, 58, 61, 62, 64. Of the total of thirty-six hours, eighteen must be in courses numbered above 50. Advised: As much additional work in dramatic art as time permits. Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); John Raymond Freimann, MFA (1962-1967); Charles David Haller, MFA (1964-?) William Veatch is added in 1967 but doesn’t actually begin his appointment until 1968. Chester Maxey award in Forensics is gone; it now goes to the best politics student. CHANGES: None. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. The basic principles of speech and proficiency in their use. Voice, bodily movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. The preparation and delivery of speech for the class, and the evaluation of these by group discussion. Required of all major students. Prereq- uisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Persuasion, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Motivating human con- duct. Frequent class speaking. SPEECH 43, 44. Principles and Practice of Debate, 2 hours, each semester The analysis of propositions. investigation, evidence and arguments, briefing and outlining, refutation and rebuttal, the advocate as speaker. Participation in class debates. SPEECH 51. Business and Professional Speech, 3 hours, one semester A study of business and professional speech situations. Interviews, conversations, conferences. Reading written reports. Speeches of good will, information, and persuasion. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television. Radio engineering. Various types of radio programs. SPEECH 85, 86. Senior Honors Course, 3 hours, each semester Designed to further independent investigation leading to the preparation of a required report or thesis. Required of and limited to senior honors candidates in speech. SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Associate Professor MCSLOY The student of the speech arts may anticipate an increasing demand for his knowledge and skill both in the teaching profession and in the broad field of communications in general. There is an increasing demand for those with a sound liberal arts background, varied undergraduate courses in speech, and specialization on the graduate level in public speaking, speech and hearing therapy, radio and television, or public address. The ability to direct forensics is a distinct asset. Telecommunications of the commercial type, and particularly the rapid development of educational television, provide career opportunities. There are also many opportunities in the business and professional areas for who have had in addition to speech concentrated study programs which prepare persons for such fields as business management, personnel work, sales, social work, dramatic art, journalism, law, the ministry, and c service. RECOMMENDED FOR THE FRESHMAN YEAR Economics 11, 12, Principles of Economics Political Science 21, 22, American Political Processes Psychology 3 Introduction to Psychology Philosophy 2i, Introduction to Philosophy Speech 11, 12, Fundamentals of Speech RECOMMENDED FOR THE SOPHOMORE YEAR Dramatic Art 47, 48, Play Production or Dramatic Art 33, 34, Intermediate Acting English 25, 26, Fiction, Poetry, and Drama Sociology 3, Introduction to Sociology Speech 41, Theory and Practice of Discussion Speech 43, Principles and Practices of Debate RECOMMENDED FOR THE JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEARS English 79, 80, American Literature History 61, The Rise of American Industrial Society History 62, The United States in the Twentieth Century Psychology 54, Human Growth and Development Sociology 43, Social Psychology Religion 52, Christian Ethics Speech 42, Argumentation and Persuasion Speech 43, 44, Principles and Practice of Debate Speech 5 1, Business and Professional Speech Speech 53, Radio and Television Courses in dramatic art Courses in foreign languages Speech 1968-1970 Speech courses are designed to develop proficiency in oral and written communications and to acquaint the student with the following areas of speech: radio, television, general public speaking, discussion, and debate. Attention is given also to history of public address. The major in the department ended in 1968. Associate Professor MCSLOY (1954-1969); Dean McSloy becomes a visiting professor; John Raymond Freimann is no longer connected to the speech department as of 1967. William Horace Veatch joins the faculty in 1968. Charles David Haller is no longer at Whitman at this point. CHANGES: Honors course is replaced by a foreign study course. SPEECH 11, 12. Fundamentals of Speech, 3 hours, each semester Adjustment to the speech situation. The basic principles of speech and proficiency in their use. Voice, bodily movement, selection and organization of materials, speaker-listener relationships. The preparation and delivery of speech for the class, and the evaluation of these by group discussion. Required of all major students. Prerequisite for Course 12: Course 11 or consent of instructor. SPEECH 41. Theory and Practice of Discussion, 3 hours, one semester The theory and the practice of informal group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium, and the forum. Current problems are studied through discussion techniques. SPEECH 42. Argumentation and Persuasion, 3 hours, one semester Principles of argumentative discourse and reacting in current social, economic, and political questions. Motivating human conduct. Frequent class speaking. SPEECH 43, 44. Principles and Practice of Debate, 2 hours, each semester The analysis of propositions. investigation, evidence and arguments, briefing and outlining, refutation and rebuttal, the advocate as speaker. Participation in class debates. SPEECH 51. Business and Professional Speech, 3 hours, one semester A study of business and professional speech situations. Interviews, conversations, conferences. Reading written reports. Speeches of good will, information, and persuasion. SPEECH 53. Introduction to Radio and Television, 3 hours, one semester An historical examination and evaluation of the development and nature of radio and television. Radio engineering. Various types of radio programs. SPEECH 71, 72. Foreign Study Project, 5 credits each semester. Research project undertaken abroad in cooperation with the Experiment in International Living. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. SPEECH, RADIO, AND RELATED FIELDS Associate Professor MCSLOY The student of the speech arts may anticipate an increasing demand for his knowledge and skill both in the teaching profession and in the broad field of communications in general. There is an increasing demand for those with a sound liberal arts background, varied undergraduate courses in speech, and specialization on the graduate level in public speaking, speech and hearing therapy, radio and television, or public address. The ability to direct forensics is a distinct asset. Telecommunications of the commercial type, and particularly the rapid development of educational television, provide career opportunities. There are also many opportunities in the business and professional areas for who have had in addition to speech concentrated study programs which prepare persons for such fields as business management, personnel work, sales, social work, dramatic art, journalism, law, the ministry, and c service. RECOMMENDED FOR THE FRESHMAN YEAR Economics 11, 12, Principles of Economics Political Science 21, 22, American Political Processes Psychology 3 Introduction to Psychology Philosophy 2i, Introduction to Philosophy Speech 11, 12, Fundamentals of Speech RECOMMENDED FOR THE SOPHOMORE YEAR Dramatic Art 47, 48, Play Production or Dramatic Art 33, 34, Intermediate Acting English 25, 26, Fiction, Poetry, and Drama Sociology 3, Introduction to Sociology Speech 41, Theory and Practice of Discussion Speech 43, Principles and Practices of Debate RECOMMENDED FOR THE JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEARS English 79, 80, American Literature History 61, The Rise of American Industrial Society History 62, The United States in the Twentieth Century Psychology 54, Human Growth and Development Sociology 43, Social Psychology Religion 52, Christian Ethics Speech 42, Argumentation and Persuasion Speech 43, 44, Principles and Practice of Debate Speech 5 1, Business and Professional Speech Speech 53, Radio and Television Courses in dramatic art Courses in foreign languages 1970-1980–NO MORE MAJOR Speech 1970-71 Pi Kappa Delta Intramural Debate award is given to top team in intramural debates. The Dean McSloy Award in Intercollegiate Forensics are given annually to a man and a woman student who have shown distinguished achievement in intercollegiate forensics. Larry David Arlington (1970-1972); Remy Wilcox continues as an assistant to the forensics program. CHANGES: Substantial changes occur. The description of the department is changed; the fundamentals 12 course is given more advanced material. Forensics is divided up by semester and into independent study. Credit restrictions were placed on the courses with a maximum of 8 credits of Speech courses except for 11 and 12 and 71, 72. Speech courses are designed to focus on controlled communication. Attention is given to systems, settings and strategies and to the encouragement of sound judgment in communications practice. The student is urged to become a responsible listener and communicator. 11, FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH 5 sections of the course are taught An introduction to communication systems, settings and strategies. Among the emphases: the responsibilities of listeners and speakers , verbal and non-verbal communication, problems of meaning and language, audience analysis, rhetorical criticism, speech preparation and delivery. Lectures, discussions and class speaking. Offered both semesters. 12 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH x, 3 staff Memorial 310 9 M T Th Intensive practice in audience analysis, rhetorical criticism ' speech preparation and delivery. Attention is given also to the history of public address* Lectures, discussions and frequent class speaking. Prerequisite: Speech 11 or consent of instructor. Second semester only. 41 THEORY AND PRACTICE OF, DISCUSSION 2, x Mr. Arlington Memorial 308 7 pm M An emphasis on the theory and practice of persuasion in group discussion, panel discussion, the symposium and the forum. Current social and political questions are studied through discussion techniques. Frequent class participation. First semester only. 42 ARGUMENTATION AND PERSUASION X, 2 Mr. Arlington Memorial 308 7 pm M An emphasis on the theories and practices of argumentation and persuasion. Current social and political questions are studied as well as audience motivation and response. Frequent class speaking. Second semester only. 43 PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF DEBATE 2, x; not offered, 1970-71 Continuation of Speech 41, 42. Intercollegiate debate. First semester only; not offered, 1970-71. 44 PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF DEBATE x, 2; not offered, 1970-71 Continuation of Speech 43. Intercollegiate debate. Second semester only; not offered, 1970-71. 33, 56 INDEPENDENT STUDY 1.2, 1-2 Mr. Arlington arranged Directed reading and preparation and presentation in extemporaneous speaking,. oratory, interpretation or other forensic events. Prerequisite: six credits of speech and consent Of instructor. The number of students accepted for the course will depend on the availability of the staff. 71, 72 Foreign STUDY PROJECT 5, 5 Research project undertaken abroad in cooperation with the Experiment in Interna- tional Living. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Speech 1971-1972 Note: Classes were happening in Memorial Mr. Arlington, Chairman CHANGES: Almost all of the course descriptions were changed. Fundamentals was radically altered and became more of a rhetorical theory course. The department description was changed and has been, with modifications, in use through today. Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions, page 51). 11 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH 3, 3 Mr. Arlington, Section A Memorial 310 11 M T Th Mr. Arlington Section, B Memorial 310 1-2:30 T Th A study of the classical writer’s major contributions to the art of rhetoric to provide a construct against which to judge contemporary theories and practices. In company with text and Aristotle's Rhetoric are selected readings in Plato, Cicero, Quintilian, et al. Offered both semesters. 12 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH x, Mr. Arlington Memorial 310 9 M T 71 A study of the natures of proof and language, audience analysis, and message preparation. In company with texts are selected readings. Both a "personal interest study" and public speaking advance opportunity for research and the sharing of it. Prerequisite; Speech 11 or consent of instructor. Second semester only. 41 THEORY AND PRACTICE OF DISCUSSION 2, x; not offe,nd, 1971-72, An emphasis on the theory and practice of persuasion in group discussion dis-panel discussion, the symposium and the forum. Current social and political questions are studied through discussion techniques. Frequent class participation. First semester only. Not ofiered, 1971-72 (alternate, with Speech 43). 42 ARGUMENTATION AND PERSUASION 2; not offered, 1971-72 An emphasis on the theories and practices of argumentation and persuasion. Current social and political questions are studied as well as audience motivation and response. Frequent class speaking. Second semester only. Not offered, 1971-72 (altemates with Speech 44). 43, 44 DEBATE/FORUM Mr. Arlington A workshop advancing the process of using ideas as proofs for influencing the beliefs of listeners or readers. designed for the student--regardless of experience--who expects and invites rigorous examination and judgment of his ideas by his fellows and the public audience. Debaters/speakers are provided opportunity to address intercollegiate and public audiences. Offered in alternate years with Speech 41, 42. 55, 56 INDEPENDENT STUDY Mr. Arlington Individual study chosen by the student. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Speech 1972-1973 Note: Classes moved to Olin Mr. Arlington, Chairman (actual teachers were Remy Wilcox and Joann Rasmussen) CHANGES: No course changes though it is possible that the fundamental course was returned to the public speaking course it had been when Joann Rasmussen was added to the faculty. Arlington did not, we believe, teach during the 1972-1973 year. Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions, page 51). 11 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH 3, 3 Mr. Arlington, Section A Memorial 310 11 M T Th Mr. Arlington Section, B Memorial 310 1-2:30 T Th A study of the classical writer’s major contributions to the art of rhetoric to provide a construct against which to judge contemporary theories and practices. In company with text and Aristotle's Rhetoric are selected readings in Plato, Cicero, Quintilian, et al. Offered both semesters. 12 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH x, Mr. Arlington Memorial 310 9 M T 71 A study of the natures of proof and language, audience analysis, and message preparation. In company with texts are selected readings. Both a "personal interest study" and public speaking advance opportunity for research and the sharing of it. Prerequisite; Speech 11 or consent of instructor. Second semester only. 41 THEORY AND PRACTICE OF DISCUSSION 2, x; not offe,nd, 1971-72, An emphasis on the theory and practice of persuasion in group discussion dis-panel discussion, the symposium and the forum. Current social and political questions are studied through discussion techniques. Frequent class participation. First semester only. Not ofiered, 1971-72 (alternate, with Speech 43). 42 ARGUMENTATION AND PERSUASION 2; not offered, 1971-72 An emphasis on the theories and practices of argumentation and persuasion. Current social and political questions are studied as well as audience motivation and response. Frequent class speaking. Second semester only. Not offered, 1971-72 (alternates with Speech 44). 43, 44 DEBATE/FORUM Mr. Arlington A workshop advancing the process of using ideas as proofs for influencing the beliefs of listeners or readers. designed for the student--regardless of experience--who expects and invites rigorous examination and judgment of his ideas by his fellows and the public audience. Debaters/speakers are provided opportunity to address intercollegiate and public audiences. Offered in alternate years with Speech 41, 42. 55, 56 INDEPENDENT STUDY Mr. Arlington Individual study chosen by the student. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Speech 1973-1974 Mrs. Rasmussen Mrs. Wilcox Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: The advanced fundamentals course was dropped. The fundamentals course returned to public speaking with an emphasis on diction. A diction course was also added. The discussion course was dropped. The argumentation and persuasion course was not offered and was dumped the next year. 11, 11 Fundamentals of Speech 3, 3 first semester Mrs. Rasmussen Section A Olin 157 11 M T Th Mrs. Rasmussen Section B Olin 157 1-2:30 T Th 182 /Speech second semester Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 157 11 M T Th Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emo- tional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily life. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics x, 3 Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 220 1-2:30 T Th A study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects for interested students. Second semester only. 41 Argumentation and Persuasion 2, x; not offered, 1973-74 The theories and practices of argumentation and persuasion with emphasis upon research, testing of evidence and application of sound reasoning processes. Current social and political questions are studied as well as audience motivation and response. Students may participate in intercollegiate competition -and non- competitive speaking activities. Offered in alternate years with Speech 43; not offered, 1973-74. 42 Theory and Practice of Discussion and Debate x, 2; not offered, 1973-74 Fundamentals of effective participation in small problem solving groups with topics of current interest. Students will have the opportunity to participate in non-competitive discussion activities and to apply the principles of reasoned discourse in intercollegiate competition. Offered in alternate years with Speech 44; not offered, 1973-74. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Mrs. Wilcox Olin 221 6:30-8:30 T Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Offered in alternate years with Speech 41, 42; not offered 1974-75. Speech 1974-1975 Mrs. Rasmussen Mrs. Wilcox Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgement that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: 41 and 42 are dropped. 43, 44 are now offered every year. 11,11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 first semester Mrs. Rasmussen Section A Olin 157 11 MTTh Mrs. Rasmussen Section B Olin 157 1-2:30 T Th second semester Mrs. Rasmussen Memorial 311 11 M T Th Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use oflanguage. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics x, 3 Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 220 1-2:30 T Th A study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects for interested students. Second semester only. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Mrs. Wilcox Olin 221 6:30-8:30 T Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. During their first year students will normally receive two credits per semester. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. Speech 1975-1976 Mrs. Rasmussen Mrs. Wilcox Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgement that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: 41 and 42 are dropped. 43, 44 are now offered every year. 11,11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 first semester Mrs. Rasmussen Section A Olin 157 11 MTTh Mrs. Rasmussen Section B Olin 157 1-2:30 T Th second semester Mrs. Rasmussen Memorial 311 11 M T Th Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use oflanguage. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics x, 3 Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 220 1-2:30 T Th A scientific study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects or work in speech therapy for interested students. Second semester only. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Mrs. Wilcox Olin 221 7 p.m. T Section A was for 1 credit Section B was for 2 credits Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. During their first year students will normally receive two credits per semester. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. Speech 1976-1977 Mrs. Rasmussen Mrs. Wilcox Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgement that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: None. 11,11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 first semester Mrs. Rasmussen Section A Olin 157 11 MTTh Mrs. Rasmussen Section B Olin 157 1-2:30 T Th second semester Mrs. Rasmussen Memorial 311 11 M T Th Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics x, 3 Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 220 1-2:30 T Th A scientific study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects or work in speech therapy for interested students. Second semester only. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Mrs. Wilcox Olin 221 7 p.m. T Section A was for 1 credit Section B was for 2 credits Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. During their first year students will normally receive two credits per semester. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. Speech 1977-1978 Mrs. Rasmussen Mrs. Wilcox Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgement that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: Speech was placed in “General Studies” as an extra-departmental “teaching” area. The forensics course now was 2 credits for debate; 1 credit for individual events. 11,11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 first semester Mrs. Rasmussen Section A Olin 157 11 MTTh Mrs. Rasmussen Section B Olin 157 1-2:30 T Th second semester Mrs. Rasmussen Memorial 311 11 M T Th Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics x, 3 Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 220 1-2:30 T Th A scientific study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects or work in speech therapy for interested students. Second semester only. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Mrs. Wilcox Olin 221 7 p.m. T Section A was for 1 credit Section B was for 2 credits Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. Speech 1978-1979 Mrs. Rasmussen Mrs. Wilcox Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgement that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: No changes. 11,11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 first semester Mrs. Rasmussen Section A Olin 157 11 MTTh Mrs. Rasmussen Section B Olin 157 1-2:30 T Th second semester Mrs. Rasmussen Memorial 311 11 M T Th Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics x, 3 Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 220 1-2:30 T Th A scientific study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects or work in speech therapy for interested students. Second semester only. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Mrs. Wilcox Olin 221 7 p.m. T Section A was for 1 credit Section B was for 2 credits Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. Speech 1979-1980 Mrs. Rasmussen Mrs. Wilcox Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: None. 11,11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 first semester Mrs. Rasmussen Section A Olin 157 11 MTTh Mrs. Rasmussen Section B Olin 157 1-2:30 T Th second semester Mrs. Rasmussen Memorial 311 11 M T Th Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics x, 3 Mrs. Rasmussen Olin 220 1-2:30 T Th A scientific study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects or work in speech therapy for interested students. Second semester only. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Mrs. Wilcox Olin 221 7 p.m. T Section A was for 1 credit Section B was for 2 credits Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. 1980-1992 SPEECH WITH BOB WITHYCOMBE Bob teaching circa 1980s. Speech 1980-1981 Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgement that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) CHANGES: Bob Withycombe took over the department at this point. Bob taught the Argumentation and Persuasion course instead of the Articulation course. Joann Rasmussen continued to teach at the college until the end of the 1985-1986 year. She was listed as an instructor in Speech but did not teach any Speech courses. 11,11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. 14 Fundamentals of Articulation and Phonetics A scientific study of the sounds of American speech through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet with emphasis on proper articulation, pronunciation and voice production. Optional study of dialects or work in speech therapy for interested students. Second semester only. 43, 44 Principles and Practice of Forensics 3, 3 Olin 221 6:30 p.m. T Section A was for 1 credit Section B was for 2 credits Theory, preparation and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. Speech 1981-1982 CHANGE: Bob drops the Fundamentals of Articulation and Phoenetics and adds Argumentation and Persuasion Mr. Withycombe Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgement that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. (See Credit Restrictions.) 11, 11 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 Training in the fundamentals of good speech, such as orderly thinking, emotional adjustment, adequate voice, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Speech as man's primary means of communication, with emphasis on the preparation and delivery of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily use. Offered both semesters. Fall: Mr. Withycombe, section A, 11 M T Th; Mr. Withycombe, section B, 1-2:20 T Th. Spring: Mr. Withycombe; 11 M T n. 36 Argumentation and Persuasion x, 3 Theory, preparation and practice in the art of persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, language development and memory, psycholinguistics and paralinguistic codes, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of propaganda and advertising, and the structure of arguments. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Spring: Mr Withycombe; 1-2:20 T Th. 45. 46 Principles and Practice of Forensics 1-2,1-2 Theory, preparation, and practice of debate and/or individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of eight credits. Fall and spring: Mr Withycombe, section A (I credit), 6:30 p.m. T; Mr Withycombe, section B (2 credits), 6:30 p.m. T Speech 1982-1983 CHANGE: Bob adds Seminar on Western Rhetorical Thinking Robert A Withycombe Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill lerned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 11,11 Fundamentalsof Speech 3,3 Speech is man's primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fun- damentals of good speech: orderly thinking, adequate vocal variety, distinct articulation and ef- fective oral use of language. Emphasis will be on the preparation, delivery and criticism of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily life. Three lecture- discussion presentation periods per week. [11] Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 36 Argumentation and Persuasion x,3 Theory, preparation and practice in the art of persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, language development and memory, psycholinguistics and paralinguistic codes, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of propaganda and advertising, and the structure of arguments. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture- discussion presentation periods per week. Offered in alternate years with Speech 370; offered 19&3-84. [361 Spring: Withycombe. 45,46 Principles and Practice of Forensics 1 1-2,1-2 Theory, preparation and practice of debate and individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of eight credits; sub- ject to activity credit limitation. One meeting per week, individualized practice, and weekend tournament participation. [45, 461 Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 51 Seminar: Western Rhetorical Thinking 3; not offered 1983-84 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principal rhetorical developments which occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of twentieth-century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke and Perelman) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Offered in alternate years with Speech 270, offered 1984-85. Speech 1983-1984 through 1987-1988 CHANGE: The courses stay the same but the numbers change Robert A Withycombe Note: Sean O’Rourke taught courses from 1986-1987 as Bob was on sabbatical finishing his dissertation Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 110,110 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 Speech is man's primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speech: orderly thinking, adequate vocal variety, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Emphasis will be on the preparation, delivery and criticism of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily life. Three lecture- discussion presentation periods per week. [11] Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 221,222 Principles and Practice of Forensics 1 1-2,1-2 Theory, preparation and practice of debate and individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of eight credits; subject to activity credit limitation. One meeting per week, individualized practice, and weekend tournament participation. [45, 461 Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 270 Argumentation and Persuasion x,3 Theory, preparation and practice in the art of persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, language development and memory, psycholinguistics and paralinguistic codes, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of propaganda and advertising, and the structure of arguments. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture- discussion presentation periods per week. Offered in alternate years with Speech 370; offered 19&3-84. [361 Spring: Withycombe. 370 Seminar: Western Rhetorical Thinking 3; not offered 1983-84 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principal rhetorical developments which occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of twentieth-century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke and Perelman) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Offered in alter- nate years with Speech 270, offered 1984-85. Speech 1988-1989 through 1991-1992 CHANGE: Bob changes some descriptions of each course and a special topics is added though no courses appear to have been offered. Bob’s office was in Old Music Conservatory (Room 106 with the classes in Old Music Basement) for a year or two during the Olin addition. At this point, he returned to Olin and was in Olin 183. Robert M. Withycombe Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 110, 110 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speech: orderly thinking, adequate vocal variety, distinct articulation and effec- tive oral use of language. Emphasis will be on the preparation, delivery and criticism1 of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily fife. Three lecture- discussion presentation period-, per week. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 221, 222 Principles and Practice of Intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 Theory, preparation and practice of debate and individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits; subject to activity credit limitation. One meeting per week, individualized practice, and weekend tournament participation. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 270 Argumentation and Persuasion x,3 Theory, preparation and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Spring; Withycombe. 370 Seminar: Western Rhetorical Thinking 3; not offered 1992-93 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principal rhetorical developments which occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of twentieth-century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Not offered 1992-93. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Communication 3; not offered 1992-93 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The specific topic will be specified each year the course is offered. Not offered 1992-93. 401,402 IndependentStudy 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 1992-1997 SPEECH WITH BOB AND JIM Speech 1992-1993 CHANGE: Jim Hanson is hired as co-director of forensics. Jim adds a course in rhetorical criticism but it is not included in the Catalogue. Robert M. Withycombe Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 110, 110 Fundamentals of Speech 3,3 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speech: orderly thinking, adequate vocal variety, distinct articulation and effective oral use of language. Emphasis will be on the preparation, delivery and criticism of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily fife. Three lecture- discussion presentation period-, per week. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 221, 222 Principles and Practice of Intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 Theory, preparation and practice of debate and individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits; subject to activity credit limitation. One meeting per week, individualized practice, and weekend tournament participation. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. 270 Argumentation and Persuasion x,3 Theory, preparation and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Spring; Withycombe. 370 Seminar: Western Rhetorical Thinking 3; not offered 1992-93 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principal rhetorical developments which occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of twentieth-century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Not offered 1992-93. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Communication 3; not offered 1992-93 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The specific topic will be specified each year the course is offered. Not offered 1992-93. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. Speech 1993-1994 CHANGE: Bob adds a course in Background of African American Protest Rhetoric. Speech 380, Argument in the Law, Politics, and Society was added. Speech 379 African American Protest Rhetoric and Speech 379 Free Speech were added. Rhetorical Criticism was continued but not offered and hence still not included in the Catalogue. Debate meetings were moved to Olin 343 near to Jim’s office, Olin 328. Courses now counted for 4 credits each. Robert M. Withycombe James Hanson Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 110, 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4,4 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speech: orderly thinking, adequate vocal variety, distinct articulation, and effective oral use of language. Emphasis will be on the preparation, delivery, and criticism of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily life. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Fall: Hanson and Withycombe; Spring: Hanson. 221, 222 Principles and Practice of Intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 Theory, preparation, and practice of debate and individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits; subject to activity credit limitation. One meeting per week, individualized practice, and weekend tournament participation. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 270 Argumentation and Persuasion x,3 Theory, preparation and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Not offered. 370 Seminar- Survey of Western Rhetorical Theory x, 4 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principle rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the 17th to the 19th century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of 20th century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered win include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Not offered. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Communication 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings appear below. 379 Special Topics: Freedom of Speech 4; not offered 1994-95 Arguments over the "appropriate" boundaries of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law, to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. Fall Withycombe. 379 Special Topics: Background of African American 4, not offered 1994-95 Protest Rhetoric In this course students will examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early 17th century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Open to all students. Spring 1994. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. Speech 1994-1995 CHANGE: Speech 210, Advanced Public Address was added.. The Argument and Persuasion course is renamed to focus on social movements. Robert M. Withycombe James Hanson Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 110, 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4,4 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speech: orderly thinking, adequate vocal variety, distinct articulation, and effective oral use of language. Emphasis will be on the preparation, delivery, and criticism of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily life. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Fall: Hanson and Withycombe; Spring: Hanson. 210 Advanced Public Address 4 People need to communicate effectively in order to engage in business, law, academics, and virtuallyevery aspect of daily life. To this end, the Advanced Public Address course provides training in presenting good reasons, defending and responding to others' arguments, and choosing the right words and phrases for constructing arguments. Specifically, the course will cover advanced speaking skills, debate, and analysis of famous instances of communication. Quizzes, final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Spring: Hanson. 221, 222 Principles and Practice of Intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 Theory, preparation, and practice of debate and individual speaking events. Intercollegiate forensics. Students who are debating should register for two credits. Those who are only in individual events will normally receive one credit. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits; subject to activity credit limitation. One meeting per week, individualized practice, and weekend tournament participation. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4, x Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Fall: Withycombe. 370 Seminar- Survey of Western Rhetorical Theory x, 4 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principle rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the 17th to the 19th century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of 20th century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered win include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Spring: Withycombe. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Communication 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings appear below. 379 Special Topics: Freedom of Speech 4; not offered 1994-95 Arguments over the "appropriate" boundaries of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law, to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. Not offered 1994-95. 379 Special Topics: Background of African American Protest Rhetoric 4, not offered 1994-95 In this course students will examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early 17th century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Open to all students. Not offered 1994-95. 380 Special Topics: Rhetorical Criticism 4, x Rhetorical Criticism is the study and analysis of communication. The course should enable students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which symbols influence people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages and to develop scholarly writing skills. To that end, students learn theories of rhetorical criticism from a variety of perspectives including metaphor, ideology, values, reasons, gender relations and culture, and apply those theories to political, social, legal, and interpersonal instances of communication. Quizzes, several papers leading to a final term paper, and a final examination are required. Fall: Hanson. 380 Argument in the Law, Politics and Society 4, x People use arguments in many forums and this course should enable students to (1) appreciate the nature, functions, forms, and contexts of argumentation as a social, humanistic, rhetorical and communicative activity; (2) improve their ability to construct, present, and defend sound arguments on important contemporary issues; (3) improve their ability to critically analyze and evaluate the arguments of others. In the course, students learn and apply argumentation theory in a variety of contexts. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Fall: Hanson. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fall and Spring: Withycombe. Speech 1995-1996 CHANGE: Bob Withycombe goes on sabattical. Jim teaches 30 person Rhetoric 110 courses to cover the load. 221 and 222 are split up with 221 being for parliamentary debate and individual events; 222 being for policy debate. Minor changes in the wordings of a few courses were also made. Robert M. Withycombe (on sabbatical leave, 1995-96) James Hanson Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 110, 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4,4 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speech: orderly thinking, adequate vocal variety, distinct articulation, and effective oral use of language. Emphasis will be on the preparation, delivery, and criticism of various types of speeches as well as on the more informal uses of speech in daily life. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 210 Advanced Public Address x, 4 People need to communicate effectively in order to engage in business, law, academics, and virtually every aspect of daily life. TO this end, the Advanced Public Address course provides training in presenting good reasons, defending and responding to others' arguments, and choosing the right words and phrases for constructing arguments. Specifically, the course will cover advanced speaking skills, debate, and analysis of famous. instances of communication. Quizzes, final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Spring: Hanson. 221 Public Address in Intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of debate. Students are expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students may not jointly register for Speech 221 and 222. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 222 Debating in Intercollegiate Forensics* 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared forms of debate. Students are expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare at least three research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students are encouraged but not required to compete in an individual speaking event. Students may not jointly register for Speech 221 and 22. *Title and topics change each semester. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4; not offered 1995-96 Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Not offered 1995-96. 370 Seminar: Survey of Western Rhetorical Theory 4; not offered 1995-96 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principle rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the 17th to the 19th century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of 20th century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Not offered 1995-96. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Communication 4f 4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings appear below. 379 Special Topics: Freedom of Speech 4; not offered 1995-96 Arguments over the "appropriate" boundaries of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law, to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. Not offered 1995-96. 379 Special Topics: Background of African-American 4; not offered 1995-96 Protest Rhetoric In this course students will examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early 17th century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Open to all students. Not offered 1995-96. 380 Special Topics: Rhetorical Criticism 4; not offered 1995-96 Rhetorical Criticism is the study and analysis of communication. The course should enable students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which symbols influence people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages and to develop scholarly writing skills. To that end, students learn theories of rhetorical criticism from a variety of perspectives including metaphor, ideology, values, reasons, gender relations and culture, and apply those theories to political, social, legal, and interpersonal instances of communication. Quizzes, several papers leading to a final term paper, and a final examination are required. Not offered 1995-96. 380 Argument in the Law, Politics and Society 4, x People use arguments in many forums and this course should enable students to (1) appreciate the nature, functions, forms, and contexts of argumentation as a social, humanistic, rhetorical and communicative activity; (2) improve their ability to construct, present, and defend sound arguments on important contemporary issues; (3) improve their ability to critically analyze and evaluate the arguments of others. In the course, students learn and apply argumentation theory in a variety of contexts. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations are required. Fall: Hanson. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fall and Spring: Hanson. Speech 1996-1997 CHANGE: Bob returned from sabbatical. Rhetoric 110 description was changed. Political campaign course added. Bob moved his office to Olin 339. Robert M. Withycombe James Hanson Courses treat public speaking as a liberal art, proposing that such speaking is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the speaker's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4,4 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers are required. Fall and Spring: Withycombe and Hanson. 210 Advanced Public Address 4,4 People need to communicate effectively in order to engage in business, law, academics, and virtually every aspect of daily life. To this end, the Advanced Public Address course provides training in presenting good reasons, defending and responding to others' arguments, and choosing the right words and phrases for constructing arguments. Specifically, the course will cover advanced speaking skills, debate, and analysis of famous instances of communication. Quizzes, final examination, term paper, and oral presentations am required. Fall and Spring: Withycombe and Hanson. actually, this course was not offered in 1996-1997 221 Public Address in intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of debate. Students am expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students may not jointly register for Speech 221 and 222. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 222 Debating in intercollegiate Forensics- 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared forms of debate. Students am expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare at least three research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whi truan hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students are encouraged but not required to compete in an individual speaking event. Students may not jointly register for Speech 221 and 222. *Title and topics change each semester. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4; not offered 1996-97 Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Three lecture-discussion presentation periods per week. Not offered 1996-97. 370 Seminar. Survey of Western Rhetorical Theory 4; not offered 1996-97 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principle rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the 17th to the 19th century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of 20th century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Not offered 1996-97. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Communication 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings follow. 379A Special Topics: Freedom of Speech 4, x Arguments over the "appropriate" boundaries of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law, to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. Fall: Withycombe. 379B Special Topics: Political Campaign 1996-Persuading America 4, x This course will focus on the communication used in the 1996 National Political Campaign. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, media coverage, and key issues raised by the campaign using a variety of communication theories. Class discussions will center on such issues as the role of the public in campaigns, "n-dsleading" advertisements, the importance of character versus issues in campaigns, and the role of polling in the process. The goal of the course is to learn more about how communication works in a campaign. Quizzes, a final examination, papers, and oral presentations are required. Fall: Hanson. 380A Special Topics: Background of African-American x, 4 Protest Rhetoric In this course students will examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early 17th century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Open to all students. Spring: Withycombe. 380B Special Topics: Critiquing Communication x, 4 This course emphasizes the evaluation of political, social, legal, and interpersonal instances of communication. Questions raised include: How persuasive was the President's State of the Union address? Was a recent television advertisement misleading? Did a hit movie reinforce negative gender stereotypes? The course should enable students to become mom aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages, and to develop scholarly Writing skills. To that end, students learn theories of communication criticism from a variety of perspectives including metaphor, ideology, values, masons, and gender relations and apply those theories to types of communication. Quizzes, several papers leading to a final term paper, and a final examination are required. Spring: Hanson. 380 Argument in the Law, Politics and Society 4; not offered 1996-97 People use arguments in many forums and this course should enable students to (1) appreciate the nature, functions, forms, and contexts of argumentation as a social, humanistic, rhetorical and communicative activity; (2) improve their ability to construct, present, and defend sound arguments on important contemporary issues; (3) improve their ability to critically analyze and evaluate the arguments of others. In the course, students learn and apply argumentation theory in a variety of contexts. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations am required. Not offered 1996-97. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fall and Spring: Withycombe and Hanson. 1997-2002 RHETORIC AND PUBLIC ADDRESS, WITH A MINOR 1997-1998 Rhetoric and Public Address CHANGE: The department’s name is changed from Speech to Rhetoric and Public Address. A minor is now offered. Marilee Mifsud, Johnstone visiting professor, offers multiple courses in classical rhetoric including Greek Rhetoric, Roman Rhetoric, Rhetoric revisited (comparing post-modern rhetoric with Greek rhetoric). The political campaign course is dropped. Rhetorical exploration: race, gender, and class is added and is cross listed with gender studies. Robert M. Withycombe, Chair Marillee Mifsud (Visiting Johnston Professor) James Hanson Courses treat Rhetoric and Public Address as a liberal art, proposing that such communication is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the communicator's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. The Rhetoric or Public Address minor. A minimum of twenty credits in Rhetoric and Public Address that consists of course work in the following areas of study: (A) an eight credit Performance requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 110 or four credits of Rhetoric 221 or 222, and either Rhetoric 210 or 270; (B) a four credit History requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 370 or the equivalent; (C) a two course Criticism requirement to be satisfied from among the Rhetoric 240, 379 or 380 courses. Minor modifications in this program may be made with the approval of the department. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4,4 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers are required. Fall and Spring: Hanson and Mifsud. 210 Advanced Public Address x, 4 People need to communicate effectively in order to engage in business, law, academics, and virtually every aspect of daily life. To this end, the Advanced Public Address course provides training in presenting good reasons, defending and responding to others' arguments, and choosing the right words and phrases for constructing arguments. Specifically, the course will cover advanced speaking skills, debate, and analysis of famous instances of communication. Quizzes, final examination, term paper and oral presentations are required. Spring: Withycombe. 221 Public Address in Intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of Parliamentary debate. Students are expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 221 and 222. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 222 Debating in Intercollegiate Forensics* 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared C.E.D.A. forms of debate. Students are expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare at least three research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students are encouraged but not required to compete in an individual speaking event. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 221 and 222. *Title and topics change each semester. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender, Class and Race x, 4 This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations are required. Spring: Hanson. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4, x Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Two lecture- discussion presentation periods per week. Fall: Withycombe. 370 Seminar: Survey of Western Rhetorical Theory 4; not offered 1997-98 Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principle rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the 17th to the 19th century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of 20th century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Not offered 1997-98. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Public Address 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings follow. 379A Special Topics: Freedom of Speech 4, not offered 1997-98 Arguments over the "appropriate" boundaries of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law, to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. Not offered 1997-98. 380A Special Topics: Background of African-American 4, not offered 1997-98 Protest Rhetoric In this course students will examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early 17th century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Open to all students. Not offered 1997-98. 380B Special Topics: Critiquing Communication 4, not offered 1997-98 This course emphasizes the evaluation of political, social, legal, and interpersonal instances of communication. Questions raised include: How persuasive was the President's State of the Union address? Was a recent television advertisement misleading? Did a hit movie reinforce negative gender stereotypes? The course should enable students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages, and to develop scholarly Writing skills. To that end, students learn theories of communication criticism from a variety of perspectives including metaphor, ideology, values, masons, and gender relations and apply those theories to types of communication. Quizzes, several papers leading to a final term paper, and a final examination are required. Not offered.. 380 Argument in the Law, Politics and Society 4; People use arguments in many forums and this course should enable students to (1) appreciate the nature, functions, forms, and contexts of argumentation as a social, humanistic, rhetorical and communicative activity; (2) improve their ability to construct, present, and defend sound arguments on important contemporary issues; (3) improve their ability to critically analyze and evaluate the arguments of others. In the course, students learn and apply argumentation theory in a variety of contexts. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations am required. Fall Hanson. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fall and Spring: Withycombe and Hanson and Mifsud. 1998-1999 Rhetoric and Public Address CHANGE: The description of the minor is changed to avoid confusion about what is a history and what is a criticism course. Marilee has left and her courses are dropped from the curriculum. Rhetoric 121 is added to offer low key involvement with the forensics team though it did not appear in the catalogue. Rhetoric 380 Critiquing Communication is renamed Rhetorical Criticism again. The department moved to the Hunter Conservatory (formerly the Conservatory of Music). A high tech public speaking room, Hunter 107, is used. The forensics team gets two rooms with computers, scanners and printers for use plus a practice room and a cove for their heavy tubs of briefs. These are Hunter 307, 306, practice room 305, rhetoric seminar room 304, bob’s office 303, jim’s office 308, “the cove” for debate tubs was hunter 310. Courses treat Rhetoric and Public Address as a liberal art, proposing that such communication is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the communicator's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. The Rhetoric or Public Address minor: A minimum of twenty credits in Rhetoric and Public Address that consists of course work in two areas of study: (A) a four credit Performance requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 110, 210, or four credits of Rhetoric 221 or 222; (B) a sixteen credit Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 240, 270, 370, 379, and 380. Up to four credits of departmentally approved Rhetoric 401 and 402 may be taken to satisfy the Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement. Minor modifications in this program may be made with the approval of the department. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4,4 Speech is our primary means of communication. This course will provide training in the fundamentals of good speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers are required. Fall and Spring: Hanson; Fall Withycombe. 210 Advanced Public Address x, 4 People need to communicate effectively in order to engage in business, law, academics, and virtually every aspect of daily life. To this end, the Advanced Public Address course provides training in presenting good reasons, defending and responding to others' arguments, and choosing the right words and phrases for constructing arguments. Specifically, the course will cover advanced speaking skills, debate, and analysis of famous instances of communication. Quizzes, final examination, term paper and oral presentations are required. Spring: Withycombe. 221 Public Address in Intercollegiate Forensics 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of Parliamentary debate. Students are expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 221 and 222. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 222 Debating in Intercollegiate Forensics* 1-2,1-2 This course involves the theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared C.E.D.A. forms of debate. Students are expected to attend the meeting each week, prepare at least three research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of one tournament during the semester to receive one credit. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester to receive two credits. Students are encouraged but not required to compete in an individual speaking event. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 221 and 222. *Title and topics change each semester. Fall and Spring: Hanson. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender, Class and Race x, 4 This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations are required. Not offered 1998-1999. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4, x Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion will be the central focus of this course. Time will be devoted to the study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students will be expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Two lecture- discussion presentation periods per week. Not offered 1998-1999. 370 Seminar: Survey of Western Rhetorical Theory 4; Rhetoric, simply defined, is the art and science of persuasion. This course will focus on the principle rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought: the classical world of Greece and Rome; the British period of the 17th to the 19th century, roughly corresponding to the Age of Reason; and the contemporary era of 20th century theorists in Western Europe and America. (Theorists covered will include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, and Perelman.) Students who enroll in this course will develop a broader appreciation for the theoretical literature upon which most contemporary practice is based. Three lecture-discussion periods per week. Not offered 1998-99. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Public Address 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings follow. 379A Special Topics: Freedom of Speech 4, Arguments over the "appropriate" boundaries of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law, to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. Fall 1998, Withycombe. 380A Special Topics: Background of African-American 4, Protest Rhetoric In this course students will examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early 17th century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. Open to all students. Spring 1999, Withycombe. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Criticism 4, This course emphasizes the evaluation of political, social, legal, and interpersonal instances of communication. Questions raised include: How persuasive was the President's State of the Union address? Was a recent television advertisement misleading? Did a hit movie reinforce negative gender stereotypes? The course should enable students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, Fall 1999, Hanson. 380 Argument in the Law, Politics and Society 4; People use arguments in many forums and this course should enable students to (1) appreciate the nature, functions, forms, and contexts of argumentation as a social, humanistic, rhetorical and communicative activity; (2) improve their ability to construct, present, and defend sound arguments on important contemporary issues; (3) improve their ability to critically analyze and evaluate the arguments of others. In the course, students learn and apply argumentation theory in a variety of contexts. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations am required. Fall Hanson. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fall and Spring: Withycombe and Hanson and Mifsud. 1999-2000 Rhetoric and Public Address CHANGE: The description of the minor is changed to avoid confusion about what is a history and what is a criticism course. The 210 course, advanced public address, is dropped due to low enrollment. 121 is renamed “practicum” and given a different description to avoid confusion that it is a prerequisite to 221 and 222. Argument in the Law and Politics is the new name for the course and it is now cross-listed in Politics. Rhetoric 370 is divided into Rhetoric 371 Classical and Rhetoric 372 Contemporary. 371 is cross-listed in the Classics department. All course descriptions were slightly revised to fit with a campus wide rewording of the catalog. Independent Study is now split with 401 for Bob and 402 for Jim. Rhetoric 240 is now cross listed with American Ethnic studies. Robert M. Withycombe, Chair James Hanson Courses treat Rhetoric and Public Address as a liberal art, proposing that such communication is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the communicator's understanding of the nature of the communicative acts. The Rhetoric or Public Address minor: A minimum of twenty credits in Rhetoric and Public Address that consists of course work in two areas of study: (A) a four credit Performance requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 110, 210, or four credits of Rhetoric 221 or 222; (B) a sixteen credit Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 240, 270, 370, 379, and 380. Up to four credits of departmentally approved Rhetoric 401 and 402 may be taken to satisfy the Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement. Minor modifications in this program may be made with the approval of the department. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4-----Withycombe and Hanson Speech is our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of good speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Intercollegiate Forensics Practicum 1, 1-----Hanson Participation in individual events and/or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the entire semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview, and schedule and attend two individual practice sessions. Students without experience also are expected to attend a training session. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at one tournament during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. 221 Public Address in Intercollegiate Forensics 2, 2-----Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. 222 Debating in Intercollegiate Forensics* 2, 2-----Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may be required to compete in an individual speaking event at regional tournaments. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Title and topics change each semester. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender,Class and Race x, 4-----Hanson This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations are required. This course may count toward the requirements for the Gender Studies minor. This course may not satisfy both minor requirements. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements x, 4-----Withycombe Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Quizzes, final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. 371 Classical Western Rhetorical Theory 4, x-----Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought through the sixteenth century. Beginning with the classic conflict between the sophists and Platonists in Greece, through the emphasis on style and the liberally educated person in the Roman empire, the course concludes with the rhetoric of the Church in the Middle Ages. Theorists covered include Gorgias, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Quintillian, and Aquinas. The course enhances appreciation for the classical roots of the rhetorical tradition. May be elected as Classics 371. This course may not satisfy both departmental and minor requirements. 372 Contemporary Western Rhetorical Theory x, 4-----Withycombe and Hanson Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that have occurred in the seventeenth century through the advent of the twenty-first century. The course will focus on the British emphasis corresponding to the Age of Reason in the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, the advent of the twentieth century reinvigoration of invention in rhetoric, and conclude with post-modern theorists who challenge conceptions of truth, bringing us full circle to the sophist-Platonist debates raised in the Classical course. Theorists covered include Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, Perelman, Fisher, Foucault, and Derrida. The course enhances appreciation of contemporary rhetorical theories. 379,380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Public Address 4, 4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings follow. 379A Special Topics: Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4; not offered 1999-00 Arguments over the "appropriate boundaries" of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. May be elected as Politics 379. This course may not satisfy both major and minor requirements. 379B Special Topics: Rhetorical Criticism 4; not offered 1999-00 Emphasizes the evaluation of political, social, legal, and interpersonal instances of communication. The course enables students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages, and to develop scholarly writing skills. Students learn a variety of critical perspectives including Neo-Aristotlean, author, metaphor, ideology, and gender relations and apply those theories to instances of communication. Quizzes, several papers leading to a final term paper, and a final examination are required. 380 Argument in the Law and Politics 4, x-----Hanson This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making processes. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. This course may not satisfy both major and minor requirements. 380A Special Topics: Background of African American Protest Rhetoric 4; not offered 1999-00 Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations required. Open to all students. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke 4; not offered 1999-00 Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke's work from contemporary and post-modern perspectives. Quizzes, final examination, two short papers, and oral presentations are required. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3-----Withycombe and Hanson Directed readings leading to the preparation of speeches and/or a critical paper or papers on topics suggested by the student and approved by the instructor. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. The number of students accepted for the work will depend on the nature of their study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 2000-2001 Rhetoric and Public Address Robert M. Withycombe, Chair James Hanson Courses treat rhetoric and public address as a liberal art, proposing that such communication is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the communicator’s understanding of the nature of the communicative act. The Rhetoric and Public Address minor: A minimum of twenty credits in Rhetoric and Public Address that consists of course work in two areas of study: (A) a four credit Performance requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 110, 221, or 222; (B) a sixteen credit Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 240, 270, 371, 372, 379, and 380. Up to four credits of departmentally approved Rhetoric 401 and 402 may be taken to satisfy the Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement. Minor modifications in this program may be made with the approval of the department. Note: In distribution requirements 121, 221 and 222 do not count for distribution in the Language, Writing and Rhetoric area. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Withycombe and Hanson Speech is our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of good speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Intercollegiate Forensics Practicum 1, 1 Hanson Participation in individual events and/or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview; schedule and attend practice sessions for the first four to six weeks of the semester; and participate in the team practicum and then either one intercollegiate tournament or the intramural debate tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. 221 Public Address in Intercollegiate Forensics 2, 2 Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of three speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 222 Debating in Intercollegiate Forensics* 2, 2 Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may be required to compete in an individual speaking event at regional tournaments. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Title and topics change each year. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender, Class and Race x, 4 Hanson This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations are required. This course may count toward the requirements for the Gender Studies minor. This course may not satisfy both minor requirements. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements x, 4 Withycombe Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Quizzes, final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. 371 Classical Western Rhetorical Theory 4, x Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought through the sixteenth century. Beginning with the classic conflict between the sophists and Platonists in Greece, through the emphasis on style and the liberally educated person in the Roman empire, the course concludes with the rhetoric of the Church in the Middle Ages. Theorists covered include Gorgias, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Quintillian, and Aquinas. The course enhances appreciation for the classical roots of the rhetorical tradition. May be elected as Classics 371. This course may not satisfy both departmental and minor requirements. 372 Contemporary Western Rhetorical Theory x, 4 Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that have occurred in the seventeenth century through the advent of the twenty-first century. The course will focus on the British emphasis corresponding to the Age of Reason in the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, the advent of the twentieth century reinvigoration of invention in rhetoric, and conclude with post-modern theorists who challenge conceptions of truth, bringing us full circle to the sophist-Platonist debates raised in the Classical course. Theorists covered include Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, Perelman, Fisher, Foucault, and Derrida. The course enhances appreciation of contemporary rhetorical theories. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Public Address 4, 4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings follow. 379A Special Topics: Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4; not offered 2001-02 Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. May be elected as Politics 379. This course may not satisfy both major and minor requirements. 379B Special Topics: Rhetorical Criticism 4; not offered 2001-02 380A Special Topics: Background of African American Protest Rhetoric 4; not offered 2001-02 Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations required. Open to all students. This course may not satisfy both Politics major and Rhetoric minor requirements. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke 4; not offered 2001-02 Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke’s work from contemporary and postmodern perspectives. Quizzes, final examination, two short papers, and oral presentations are required. 380C Special Topics: A History of American Public Address 4; not offered 2001-02 Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. Open to all students. This course may not satisfy both Politics major and Rhetoric minor requirements. 380D Special Topics: Political Campaign Rhetoric 4; not offered 2001-02 This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the 2000 election. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, and media coverage, using a variety of communication theories. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate different racial, gender, and regional groups? Quizzes, a final examination, projects, a paper, and oral presentations are required. 380E Special Topics: Argument in the Law and Politics 4, x Hanson This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making processes. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. This course may not satisfy both Politics major and Rhetoric minor requirements. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Withycombe and Hanson Studies of rhetorical issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 2001-02 Rhetoric and Public Address No changes of note were made this year. Robert M. Withycombe, Chair James Hanson Courses treat rhetoric and public address as a liberal art, proposing that such communication is not a skill learned by rule but an exercise of judgment that can be no better than the communicator’s understanding of the nature of the communicative act. The Rhetoric and Public Address minor: A minimum of twenty credits in Rhetoric and Public Address that consists of course work in two areas of study: (A) a four credit Performance requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 110, 221, or 222; (B) a sixteen credit Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement to be satisfied through Rhetoric 240, 270, 371, 372, 379, and 380. Up to four credits of departmentally approved Rhetoric 401 and 402 may be taken to satisfy the Theory, Criticism, and Case Study requirement. Minor modifications in this program may be made with the approval of the department. Note: In distribution requirements 121, 221 and 222 do not count for distribution in the Language, Writing and Rhetoric area. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Withycombe and Hanson Speech is our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of good speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Intercollegiate Forensics Practicum 1, 1 Hanson Participation in individual events and/or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview; schedule and attend practice sessions for the first four to six weeks of the semester; and participate in the team practicum and then either one intercollegiate tournament or the intramural debate tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. 221 Public Address in Intercollegiate Forensics 2, 2 Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of three speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 222 Debating in Intercollegiate Forensics* 2, 2 Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may be required to compete in an individual speaking event at regional tournaments. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Title and topics change each year. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender, Class and Race x, 4 Hanson This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. Quizzes, final examination, two short term papers, and oral presentations are required. This course may count toward the requirements for the Gender Studies minor. This course may not satisfy both minor requirements. 270 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements x, 4 Withycombe Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. Quizzes, final examination, term paper, and oral presentations are required. 371 Classical Western Rhetorical Theory 4, x Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought through the sixteenth century. Beginning with the classic conflict between the sophists and Platonists in Greece, through the emphasis on style and the liberally educated person in the Roman empire, the course concludes with the rhetoric of the Church in the Middle Ages. Theorists covered include Gorgias, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Quintillian, and Aquinas. The course enhances appreciation for the classical roots of the rhetorical tradition. May be elected as Classics 371. This course may not satisfy both departmental and minor requirements. 372 Contemporary Western Rhetorical Theory x, 4 Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that have occurred in the seventeenth century through the advent of the twenty-first century. The course will focus on the British emphasis corresponding to the Age of Reason in the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, the advent of the twentieth century reinvigoration of invention in rhetoric, and conclude with post-modern theorists who challenge conceptions of truth, bringing us full circle to the sophist-Platonist debates raised in the Classical course. Theorists covered include Campbell, Whately, I.A. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, Perelman, Fisher, Foucault, and Derrida. The course enhances appreciation of contemporary rhetorical theories. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Public Address 4, 4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, or approaches to rhetorical criticism. The current offerings follow. 379A Special Topics: Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4; not offered 2001-02 Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. In addition to student participation, papers, projects, and examinations will be required. May be elected as Politics 379. This course may not satisfy both major and minor requirements. 379B Special Topics: Rhetorical Criticism 4; not offered 2001-02 Emphasizes the evaluation of political, social, legal, and interpersonal instances of communication. The course enables students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages, and to develop scholarly writing skills. Students learn a variety of critical perspectives including Neo-Aristotlean, author, metaphor, ideology, and gender relations and apply those theories to instances of communication. Quizzes, several papers leading to a final term paper, and a final examination are required. 380A Special Topics: Background of African American Protest Rhetoric 4; not offered 2001-02 Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Mid-semester and final examination, term paper, and oral presentations required. Open to all students. This course may not satisfy both Politics major and Rhetoric minor requirements. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke 4; not offered 2001-02 Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke’s work from contemporary and postmodern perspectives. Quizzes, final examination, two short papers, and oral presentations are required. 380C Special Topics: A History of American Public Address 4; not offered 2001-02 Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. Open to all students. This course may not satisfy both Politics major and Rhetoric minor requirements. 380D Special Topics: Political Campaign Rhetoric 4; not offered 2001-02 This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the 2000 election. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, and media coverage, using a variety of communication theories. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate different racial, gender, and regional groups? Quizzes, a final examination, projects, a paper, and oral presentations are required. 380E Special Topics: Argument in the Law and Politics 4, x Hanson This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making processes. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. This course may not satisfy both Politics major and Rhetoric minor requirements. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Withycombe and Hanson Studies of rhetorical issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 2002-2011 RHETORIC AND FILM STUDIES AND A MAJOR 2002-03 Rhetoric and Film Studies CHANGE: Many changes. Addition of Robert Sickels in Film Studies. New major. New minor. Robert M. Withycombe, Chair James Hanson Robert Sickels Traditionally, the discipline of rhetoric focused on the effectiveness of the spoken or written word as it is driven by the rhetorical situation (audience, purpose, and context). Over the last several decades, persuasive media have expanded well beyond the conventional spoken and written message. The increasing pervasiveness of film, video, TV, and the Internet in world culture has expanded the mission of rhetorical studies. To reflect these advances in technology and understanding, we now focus on the uses of language and image to characterize social reality, to debate and confront controversies, and to aid in the transformation of social institutions. Accordingly, the department of rhetoric and film studies is a multidisciplinary program that enriches understanding of the complexity of contemporary communication by providing a solid grounding in the theory, history, production, interpretation, and criticism of a wide variety of written, oral, visual, and filmic texts. Rhetoric and film studies courses satisfy humanities distribution requirements (language, writing, and rhetoric in the previous distribution requirements) except: Rhetoric and Film Studies 110, 160, 250 and 360 meet fine arts distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 240 and 340 may count toward the alternative voices distribution requirement. Rhetoric and Film Studies 121, 221, and 222 do not count as distribution requirements and may not be taken P-D-F. The Rhetoric and Film Studies major: A minimum of thirty-four credits in rhetoric and film studies, including the following: a minimum of four credits in Performance/Production (110, 121, 160, 221, or 222); two courses in Film (360, 365, 366, 367, 368; 160 counts if not used for the Performance/Production requirement); two courses in Rhetorical Theory and Criticism (370, 371, 372, 373); either 491 or 498, and additional work in rhetoric and film studies to make a total of thirty-four credits. Students may substitute up to eight of the elective credits with approved off-campus courses, transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments, including but not limited to Spanish 347-350 Topics in Spanish and Spanish American Cinema, World Literature 279 German Film, and/or World Literature 381-386 Special Topics in Cinema, so long as they relate to the student’s final thesis or project. The Rhetoric and Film Studies minor: A minimum of twenty credits: four credits in Production/Performance (110, 121, 160, 221, or 222), one course from the Rhetoric area, one course from the Film Studies area, and additional work in rhetoric and film studies for a minimum of twenty credits. Students may substitute up to four credits with approved off-campus courses, transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments. Course Areas: Rhetoric Performance courses: 110, 121,221,222 Film Production courses: 160, 360 Rhetoric courses: 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352 Rhetorical Theory and Criticism courses: 370, 371, 372, 373 Film Studies courses: 365, 366, 367, 368 Senior Thesis/Project: 491, 498 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Hanson and Withycombe Speech is one of our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of effective speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Intercollegiate Forensics Practicum 1, 1 Hanson Participation in individual events and/or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview; schedule and attend practice sessions for the first four to six weeks of the semester; and participate in the team practicum and then either one intercollegiate tournament or the intramural debate tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. May not be taken P-D-F. 160 Introduction to Film 4, x Sickels This course introduces the fundamentals of the visual language and narrative structures of film. Representative films will be drawn from a variety of different eras, genres, and countries. Lectures, discussions, tests, a filmmaking project and weekly film screenings. Open to first- and second-year students; others by consent only. 221 Public Address In Intercollegiate Forensics 2, 2 Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of individual speaking events and extemporaneous forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare for at least two events, schedule and attend individual practice sessions, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of three speaking events at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May not be taken P-D-F. 222 Debating in Intercollegiate Forensics 2, 2 Hanson The theory, preparation, and practice of extensively prepared forms of debate. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare research assignments, schedule and attend practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may be required to compete in an individual speaking event at regional tournaments. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221,222. *Title and topics change each year. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May not be taken P-D-F. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender, Class and Race 4; not offered 2002-03 This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. This course may count toward the requirements for the gender studies minor. This course may not satisfy both minor requirements. 250 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4; not offered 2002-03 Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. 340 Background of African American Protest Rhetoric x, 4 Withycombe Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. Open to all students. This course may not satisfy both politics and rhetoric and film studies major requirements. 350 Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4, x Withycombe Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Suprerior Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. May be elected as Politics 379. This course may not satisf3i both politics and rhetoric and film studies major requirements. 351 Argument in the Law and Politics 4; not offered 2002-03 This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making processes. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. This course may not satisfy both politics and rhetoric and film studies major requirements. 352 Political Campaign Rhetoric 4; not offered 2002-03 This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the 2000 election. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, and media coverage, using a variety of communication theories. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate different racial, gender, and regional groups? 360 Advanced Film x, 4 Sickels In this intensive workshop course students will be expected to write, storyboard, direct, shoot, and edit an original film of their own creation. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 and consent of instructor. May be repeated once for credit. 365, 366 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, films, directors, or approaches to criticism. The current offerings follow. 365 Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre 4 Students will study the cultural influences on the intersection between the pursuit of artistic achievement and commercial rewards as illustrated by the evolution of a specific genre—e.g. musicals, westems, noir, horror, combat, screwballs, weepies, etc. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. The current offering follows. 365A Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre: “Once It Was a Wilderness”: The Western 4, x Sickels This course will survey the history of Westerns from their silent beginnings to their current moody revisionism. In addition to studying major films, figures, trends, and issues, we will grapple with the ways in which Westerns have been both influenced by and reflections of American culture. Texts will likely include works by Hawks, Ford, Mann, Eastwood, Leone, Peckinpab and others. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. 366 Special Topics: Major Figures in Film 4 An intensive study of a major figure (or figures) in film, ranging from directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and actors. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers, and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. The current offering follows. 366A Special Topics: Major Figures in Film: “Slackers, Hackers, Freaks and Geeks”: The Independent Revolution x, 4 Sickels In tracing film history from the late 1960s to the present moment, this course will study the various cultural contexts in which independent filmmakers have revolted against the Hollywood studio system. Texts will likely include works by Lee, Altman, Allen, Campion, the Coens, P. T. Anderson, Wes Anderson, and others. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. 367 Special Topics: Film Studies and Popular Culture 4; not offered 2002-03 Special topics not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in film and/or popular culture. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. 368 Special Topics: World Cinema 4; not offered 2002-03 National cinemas not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in world cinema. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. 371 Rhetoric in Classical Culture 4; not offered 2002-03 Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during the great periods of Western thought through the sixteenth century. Beginning with the classic conflict between the sophists and Platonists in Greece, through the emphasis on style and the liberally educated person in the Roman Empire, the course concludes with the rhetoric of the Church in the Middle Ages. Theorists covered include Gorgias, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Quintillian, and Augustine. The course enhances appreciation for the classical roots of the rhetorical tradition. May be elected as Classics 371. This course may not satisfy both departmental and minor requirements. 372 Rhetoric in Contemporary Culture 4; not offered 2002-03 Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that have occurred in the seventeenth century through the advent of the twenty-first century. The course will focus on the British emphasis corresponding to the Age of Reason in the seventeenth to the nineteenth century, the advent of the twentieth century reinvigoration of invention in rhetoric, and conclude with post-modem theorists who challenge conceptions of truth, bringing us full circle to the sophist-Platonist debates raised in the Classical course. Theorists covered include Campbell, Whately, IA. Richards, McLuhan, Weaver, Burke, Perelman, Fisher, Foucault, and Derrida. The course enhances appreciation of contemporary rhetorical theories. 373 Rhetorical Criticism 4, x Hanson Students evaluate speeches, film, writing, advertisements, and other diverse forms of communication. The course enables students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages, and to develop scholarly writing skills. Students learn a variety of critical perspectives including Neo-Aristotlean, author, metaphor, ideology, power and gender relations, and deconstructionism and apply those theories to instances of communication. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, films, directors, or approaches to criticism. The current offerings follow. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke 4; not offered 2002-03 Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke’s work from contemporary and post-modem perspectives. 380C Special Topics: A History of American Public Address 4, x Withycombe Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. Open to all students. This course may not satisfy both politics and rhetoric and film studies major requirements. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Withycombe, Hanson, and Sickels Studies of rhetorical and filmic issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite. consent of instructor. 491 Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, 2 Staff Research, writing, and/or production of the senior thesis. Open only to, and required of senior majors. 498 Honors Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, 2 Staff Research, writing, and/or production of the senior honors thesis. Open only to, and required of senior majors. Prerequisite: admission to honors candidacy. 2003-04 Rhetoric and Film Studies Robert M. Withycombe, Chair James Hanson Robert Sickels Traditionally, the discipline of rhetoric focused on the effectiveness of the spoken or written word as it is driven by the rhetorical situation (audience, purpose, and context). Over the last several decades, persuasive media have expanded well beyond the conventional spoken and written message. The increasing pervasiveness of film, video, TV, and the Internet in world culture has expanded the mission of rhetorical studies. To reflect these advances in technology and understanding, we focus on the uses of language and image to characterize social reality, to debate and confront controversies, and to aid in the transformation of social institutions. Accordingly, the department of rhetoric and film studies is a multidisciplinary program that enriches understanding of the complexity of contemporary communication by providing a solid grounding in the theory, history, production, interpretation, and criticism of a wide variety of written, oral, visual, and filmic texts. Most rhetoric and film studies courses (except 110,121,221,222, 165,250,and36O) satisfy humanities distribution requirements (language, writing, and rhetoric in the previous distribution requirements). Rhetoric and Film Studies 110, 165, 250 and 360 meet fine arts distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 240 and 340 may count toward the alternative voices distribution requirement. Rhetoric and Film Studies 121, 221, and 222 do not count as distribution requirements and may not be taken P-D-F. The Rhetoric and Film Studies major: A minimum of thirty-four credits in rhetoric and film studies, including the following: Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 Introduction to Film Studies. One additional film course (365, 366, 367, 368). One rhetoric course (240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 378). Rhetoric and Film Studies 487 Rhetoric and Film Criticism. Either 491 or 498. Additional work in rhetoric and film studies to make a total of thirty-four credits. Students may substitute up to eight of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the major. The Rhetoric and Film Studies minor: A minimum of twenty rhetoric and film studies credits, with at least four credits from the Rhetoric area and four credits from the Film area. Students may substitute up to four of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the minor. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Hanson and Withycombe Speech is one of our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of effective speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Dramatic Interpretation, Speech, and Debate Practicum 1,1 Hanson Participation in dramatic interpretation, speaking events, or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview, practice twice a week with staff for the first six weeks of the semester, participate in the team practicum, and then one intercollegiate or on-campus tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. May not be taken P-D-F. 160 Introduction to Film Studies 4, x Sickels This course introduces the historical and theoretical fundamentals of film studies. Representative films will be drawn from a variety of different eras, genres, and countries. Lectures, discussions, tests, and weekly film screenings. Priority given to first and second year students. 165 Introduction to Flimmaking 4, x Sickels This course introduces the fundamentals to the visual language and narrative structures of film. Students will collaboratively make their own short films. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 and consent of instructor. 221 Intercollegiate Parliamentary Debate and Speaking Events 2, 2 Hanson Participation in parliamentary debate, interpretation events, and/or speaking events throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare for three events, practice each week with staff, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of three events (three speaking or interpretation events, or parliamentary debate and two speaking or interpretation events) at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Rhetoric 12 I is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 222 Intercollegiate Policy Debate 2, 2 Hanson Participation in policy debate throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare research assignments, engage in practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts, Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may be required to compete in an individual speaking event at a designated regional tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Topics change yearly. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender, Class and Race 4; not offered 2003-04 This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues so serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. This course may count toward the requirements for the gender studies minor. This course may not satisfy both minor requirements. 250 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4, x Withycombe Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. 340 Background of African American Protest Rhetoric 4; not offered 2003-04 Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. May be elected as Politics 349. This course may not satisfy both politics and rhetoric and film studies major requirements. 350 Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4; not offered 2003-04 Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” .and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. May be elected as Politics 379. This course may not satisfy bosh politics and rhetoric and film studies major requirements. 351 Argument in the Law and Politics x, 4 Hanson This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making processes. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. Maybe elected as Politics 380. This course may not satisfy both politics and rhetoric and film studies major requirements. 352 Political Campaign Rhetoric 4; not offered 2003-04 This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the 2000 election. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, and media coverage, using a variety of communication theories. Class discussions will center on such issues as: I) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate different racial, gender, and regional groups? 360 Advanced Film x, 4 Sickels In this intensive workshop course students will be expected to write, storyboard, direct, shoot, and edit an original film of their own creation. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160, 165, and/or consent of instructor. May be repeated once for credit. 365, 366 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, films, directors, or approaches to criticism. The current offerings follow. 365 Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre 4; not offered 2003-04 Students will study the cultural influences on the intersection between the pursuit of artistic achievement and commercial rewards as illustrated by the evolution of a specific genre—e.g. musicals, westerns, noir, horror, combat, screwballs, weepies, etc. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Film genre offerings follow. 365A Studies in Film Genre: “Once It Was a Wilderness”: The Western 4; not offered 2003-04 This course will survey the history of Westerns from their silent beginnings to their current moody revisionism. In addition to studying major films, figures, trends, and issues, we will grapple with the ways in which Westerns have been both influenced by and reflections of American culture. Texts will likely include works by Hawks, Ford, Mann, Eastwood, Leone, Peckinpah and others. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. 366 Special Topics: Major Figures in Film 4 An intensive study of a major figure (or figures) in film, ranging from directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and actors. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers, and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Major figures offerings follow. 366 Major Figures in Film: “Mean Street and Raging Bulls”: The Silver Age of Cinema x, 4 Sickels In tracing film history from the demise of the studio system in the late 1 960s to its rebirth in the late 1970s, students in this course will study the all too brief era known as the American cinema’s “silver age,” during which maverick film school directors made deeply personal and remarkably influential films. Texts will likely include works by Coppola, DePalma, Friedkin, Altman, Allen, Polanski, Bogdanovich, Kubrick, Malick, and Scorsese. Lectures, discussions, papers, and weekly film screenings. 367 Special Topics: Film Studies and Popular Culture 4; not offered 2003-04 Special topics not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in film and/or popular culture. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. 368 Special Topics: World Cinema x, 4 National cinemas not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in world cinema. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. World cinema offerings follow. 368A World Cinema: Gender and Sexuality in Contemporary Hispanic and Brazilian Film x, 4 Sol6rzano-Thompson A survey of contemporary films from Spain, Latin America (including Brazil) and US films about the Hispanic World and US Hispanics focusing on the gender and sexuality portrayals found in these films and their relationship to contemporary social and political issues in these countries. The course will be taught in English and the films will be accessible to English-speaking students. Evaluation will be based on short weekly responses, a written examination, and a final project tailored to students’ interests and majors. Students whose major and minor programs involve Spanish (or with the consent of their instructor) may choose to compose their project in Spanish. Maybe elected as World Literature 381. 371 Rhetoric in Early Western Culture x, 4 Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during several of the great periods of Western thought, beginning with the classical conflict between the sophists and Platonists in Greece, to the emphasis of the liberally educated person in the Roman Empire, the rhetoric of the church in the Middle Ages, and concluding with the study of logic and argument during the Scottish Enlightenment. May be elected as Classics 371. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, films, directors, or approaches to criticism. The current offerings follow. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke x, 4 Withycombe Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke’s work from contemporary and post-modem perspectives. 380C Special Topics: A History of American Public Address 4; not offered 2003-04 Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Withycombe, Hanson, and Sickels Studies of rhetorical and filmic issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 487 Rhetoric and Film Criticism 4, x Hanson Students evaluate speeches, film, writing, advertisements, and other diverse forms of Communication. The course enables students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral and written messages, and to develop scholarly writing skills. Students learn a variety of critical perspectives including Neo-Aristotlean, author, metaphor, ideology, power and gender relations, and deconstructionism and apply those theories to instances of communication. 491 Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2,2 Staff Research, writing, and/or production of the senior thesis. Open only to, and required of senior majors. 498 Honors Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, 2 Staff Research, writing, and/or production of the senior honors thesis. Open only to, and required of senior majors. Prerequisite: admission to honors candidacy. 2004-2005 Rhetoric and Film Studies Rhetoric and Film Studies Chair, Robert M. Withycombe James Hanson Robert Sickels (partial sabbatical, distributed between fall 2004 and spring 2005) Traditionally, the discipline of rhetoric focused on the effectiveness of the spoken or written word as it is driven by the rhetorical situation (audience, purpose, and context). Over the last several decades, persuasive media have expanded well beyond the conventional spoken and written message. The increasing pervasiveness of film, video, TV, and the Internet in world culture has expanded the mission of rhetorical studies. To reflect these advances in technology and understanding, we focus on the uses of language and image to characterize social reality, to debate and confront controversies, and to aid in the transformation of social institutions. Accordingly, the department of rhetoric and film studies is a multidisciplinary program that enriches understanding of the complexity of contemporary communication by providing a solid grounding in the theory, history, production, interpretation, and criticism of a wide variety of written, oral, visual, and filmic texts. Rhetoric and Film Studies Most rhetoric and film studies courses (except 110, 121, 221, 222, 165, 250, and 360) satisfy humanities distribution requirements (language, writing, and rhetoric in the previous distribution requirements). Rhetoric and Film Studies 110, 165, 250 and 360 meet fine arts distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 240 and 340 count toward the alternative voices distribution requirement. Rhetoric and Film Studies 121, 221, and 222 do not count as distribution requirements and may not be taken P-D-F. The Rhetoric and Film Studies major: A minimum of thirty-four credits in rhetoric and film studies, including the following: Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 Introduction to Film Studies. One additional film course (365, 366, 367, 368). One rhetoric course (240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379, 380). Rhetoric and Film Studies 487 Rhetoric and Film Criticism. Either 491 or 498. Additional work in rhetoric and film studies to make a total of thirty-four credits. Students may substitute up to eight of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the major. Senior assessment: All departmental majors will write a substantial thesis (usually during fall semester) and will defend that thesis during a one-hour oral examination. The Rhetoric and Film Studies minor: A minimum of twenty rhetoric and film studies credits, with at least four credits from the Rhetoric area and four credits from the Film area. Students may substitute up to four of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the minor. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Hanson and Withycombe Speech is one of our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of effective speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Dramatic Interpretation, Speech, and Debate Practicum 1, 1 Hanson Participation in dramatic interpretation, speaking events, or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview, practice twice a week with staff for the first six weeks of the semester, participate in the team practicum, and then one intercollegiate or on-campus tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. May not be taken P-D-F. 160 Introduction to Film Studies 4, x Staff This course introduces the historical and theoretical fundamentals of film studies. Representative films will be drawn from a variety of different eras, genres, and countries. Lectures, discussions, tests, and weekly film screenings. Priority given to first and second year students. 165 Introduction to Filmmaking 4, x Sickels This course introduces the fundamentals of the visual language and narrative structures of film. Students will collaboratively make their own short films. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 and consent of instructor. 221 Intercollegiate Parliamentary Debate and Speaking Events 2,2 Hanson Participation in parliamentary debate, interpretation events, and/or speaking events throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare for three events, practice each week with staff, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of three events (three speaking or interpretation events, or parliamentary debate and two speaking or interpretation events) at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 222 Intercollegiate Policy Debate* 2,2 Hanson Participation in policy debate throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare research assignments, engage in practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may be required to compete in an individual speaking event at a designated regional tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. "Topics change yearly. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Gender, Class and Race x, 4 Hanson This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. This course may count toward the requirements for the gender studies minor and major. 250 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4; not offered 2004-05 Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. 340 Background of African American Protest Rhetoric x, 4 Withycombe Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. May be elected as Politics 349. 350 Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4, x Withycombe Arguments over the "appropriate boundaries" of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, "fighting words," and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. May be elected as Politics 379. 351 Argument in the Law and Politics 4 not offered 2004-05 This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making processes. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. 352 Political Campaign Rhetoric 4, x Hanson This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the current election year. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, and media coverage, using a variety of communication theories. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate different racial, gender, and regional groups? 360 Advanced Film x, 4 Sickels In this intensive workshop course students will be expected to write, storyboard, direct, shoot, and edit an original film of their own creation. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160, 165, and/or consent of instructor. May be repeated once for credit. 365, 366 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, films, directors, or approaches to criticism. The current offerings follow. 365 Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre 4, x Staff Students will study the cultural influences on the intersection between the pursuit of artistic achievement and commercial rewards as illustrated by the evolution of a specific genre—e.g. musicals, westerns, noir, horror, combat, screwballs, weepies, etc. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Film genre offerings follow. 365A Studies in Film Genre: "Once It Was a Wilderness": The Western 4 not offered 2004-05 This course will survey the history of Westerns from their silent beginnings to their current moody revisionism. In addition to studying major films, figures, trends, and issues, we will grapple with the ways in which Westerns have been both influenced by and reflections of American culture. Texts will likely include works by Hawks, Ford, Mann, Eastwood, Leone, Peckinpah and others. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. 366 Special Topics: Major Figures in Film 4, x Staff An intensive study of a major figure (or figures) in film, ranging from directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and actors. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers, and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Major figures offerings follow. 366 Major Figures in Film: "Mean Street and Raging Bulls": The Silver Age of Cinema 4 not offered 2004-05 In tracing film history from the demise of the studio system in the late 1960s to its rebirth in the late 1970s, students in this course will study the all too brief era known as the American cinema's "silver age," during which maverick film school directors made deeply personal and remarkably influential films. Texts will likely include works by Coppola, DePalma, Friedkin, Altman, Alien, Polanski, Bogdanovich, Kubrick, Malick, and Scorsese. Lectures, discussions, papers, and weekly film screenings. 367 Special Topics: Film Studies and Popular Culture 4, x Staff Special topics not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in film and/or popular culture. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. May be elected as World Literature 210 368 Special Topics: World Cinema x, 4 National cinemas not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in world cinema. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. World cinema offerings follow. 368A World Cinema: Gender and Sexuality in Contemporary Hispanic and Brazilian Film 4; not offered 2004-05 A survey of contemporary films from Spain, Latin America (including Brazil) and US films about the Hispanic World and US Hispanics focusing on the gender and sexuality portrayals found in these films and their relationship to contemporary social and political issues in these countries. The course will be taught in English and the films will be accessible to English-speaking students. Evaluation will be based on short weekly responses, a written examination, and a final project tailored to students' interests and majors. Students whose major and minor programs involve Spanish (or with the consent of their instructor) may choose to compose their project in Spanish. May be elected as World Literature 381. 368B (De)constructing "Third World" Poverty: Imagery and Ethics in the Developing World x, 4 Solorzano-Thompson and Thompson This course will examine the uses and implications of the developed world's fascination with and fear of portrayals of "third world" poverty. We will look at visual imagery (including films, documentaries, photography, and advertisements) in conjunction with ethically-based arguments for and against intervention in the developing world. This course will primarily focus on Latin America and the Caribbean, but include materials concerning other areas of the developing world. Students will be evaluated through presentations, short periodic responses, and the completion of a final project tailored to the students' interests and major. May be elected as World Literature 382. 371 Rhetoric in Early Western Culture 4; not offered 2004-05 Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during several of the great periods of Western thought, beginning with the classical conflict between the sophists and Platonists in Greece, to the emphasis on the liberally educated person in the Roman Empire, the rhetoric of the church in the Middle Ages, and concluding with the study of logic and argument during the Scottish Enlightenment. May be elected as Classics 371. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4,4 Intensive studies in particular social movements, speakers, films, directors, or approaches to criticism. The current offerings follow. 380A Writing and Rhetoric in the American West 4 x Hoornbeek and Meloy A course exploring how writers and others explain and portray the American West. Strong emphasis is placed on analyzing the character and structure of both oral and written arguments, as well as on writing in a variety of genres, including nature writing, political journalism, creative writing, and writing for interdisciplinary journals in environmental studies. We will write daily, and we will often read aloud to one another from our work. We'll discuss what we read, both published and student work, in terms of its arguments. Goals include developing a voice adaptable to multiple audiences and objectives, understanding modes of argument and effectiveness of style, learning to meet deadlines, sending dispatches, reading aloud, and moving writing from the classroom to publication. Offered Fall 2004, and only to students accepted to Semester in the West. The course will be taught in the eastern Sierra Nevada region of California, and in southeastern Utah and the four corners area. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke 4 not offered 2004-05 Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke's work from contemporary and postmodern perspectives. 380C Special Topics: A History of American Public Address x, 4 Withycombe Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Withycombe, Hanson, and Sickels Studies of rhetorical and filmic issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 487 Rhetoric and Film Criticism 4, x Withycombe Students evaluate speeches, film, writing, advertisements, and other diverse forms of communication. The course enables students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral, written, and visual messages, and to develop scholarly writing skills. Students learn a variety of critical perspectives including Neo-Aristotlean, author, metaphor, ideology, power and gender relations, and deconstructionism and apply those theories to instances of communication. 491 Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2,2 Staff Research, writing, and/or production of the senior thesis. Open only to, and required of senior majors. 498 Honors Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2,2 Staff Research, writing, and/or production of the senior honors thesis. Open only to, and required o/senior majors. Prerequisite: admission to honors candidacy. 2005-2006 Rhetoric and Film Studies Rhetoric and Film Studies Robert Sickels, Chair James Hanson Robert M. Withycombe Traditionally, the discipline of rhetoric focused on the effectiveness of the spoken or written word as it is driven by the rhetorical situation (audience, purpose, and context). Over the last several decades, persuasive media have expanded well beyond the conventional spoken and written message. The increasing pervasiveness of film, video, TV, and the Internet in world culture has expanded the mission of rhetorical studies. To reflect these advances in technology and understanding, we focus on the uses of language and image to characterize social reality, to debate and confront controversies, and to aid in the transformation of social institutions. Accordingly, the department of rhetoric and film studies is a multidisciplinary program that enriches understanding of the complexity of contemporary communication by providing a solid grounding in the theory, history, production, interpretation, and criticism of a wide variety of written, oral, visual, and filmic texts. Most rhetoric and film studies courses (except 110, 121, 221, 222, 165, 250, and 360) satisfy humanities distribution requirements (language, writing, and rhetoric in the previous distribution requirements). Rhetoric and Film Studies 110, 165, 250 and 360 meet fine arts distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 240 and 340 count toward the alternative voices distribution requirement. Rhetoric and Film Studies 121, 221, and 222 do not count as distribution requirements and may not be taken P-D-F. The Rhetoric and Film Studies major: A minimum of thirty-four credits in rhetoric and film studies, including 160; one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; one of either 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379, or 380; 487; and either 491 or 498. Additional work in rhetoric and film studies to make a total of thirty-four credits. Students may substitute up to eight of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the major. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the major. Senior assessment: All departmental majors will write a substantial thesis during fall semester and will defend that thesis during a one-hour oral examination. The Rhetoric and Film Studies minor: A minimum of twenty credits in rhetoric and film studies including one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; and one of either 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379 or 380. Students may substitute up to four of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the minor. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the minor. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Fall: Hanson Spring: Hanson, Withycombe Speech is one of our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of effective speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Dramatic Interpretation, Speech, and Debate Practicum 1, 1 Hanson Participation in dramatic interpretation, speaking events, or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview, practice twice a week with staff for the first six weeks of the semester, participate in the team practicum, and then one intercollegiate or on-campus tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. May not be taken P-D-F. 160 Introduction to Film Studies 4, x Sickels This course introduces the historical and theoretical fundamentals of film studies. Representative films will be drawn from a variety of different eras, genres, and countries. Lectures, discussions, tests, and weekly film screenings. 165 Introduction to Filmmaking 4, x Sickels This course introduces the fundamentals of the visual language and narrative structures of film. Students will collaboratively make their own short films. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 and consent of instructor. Priority given to Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 221 Intercollegiate Parliamentary Debate and Speaking Events 2, 2 Hanson Participation in parliamentary debate, interpretation events, and/or speaking events throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare for three events, practice each week with staff, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two events (two speaking or interpretation events, or parliamentary debate and one speaking or interpretation events) at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 222 Intercollegiate Policy Debate* 2, 2 Hanson Participation in policy debate throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend weekly meetings, prepare research assignments, engage in practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may be required to compete in an individual speaking event at a designated regional tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Topics change yearly. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Race, Class and Gender 4; not offered 2005-06 This course seeks to examine the ways in which gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view gender, class, and race based rhetorical practices. This course may count toward the requirements for the gender studies minor and major. 250 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4, x Withycombe Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. 340 Background of African American Protest Rhetoric 4; not offered 2005-06 Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. May be elected as Politics 349. 350 Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4, x Withycombe Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. May be elected as Politics 379. 351 Argument in the Law and Politics x, 4 Hanson This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making processes. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. 352 Political Campaign Rhetoric 4; not offered 2005-06 This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the current election year. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, and media coverage, using a variety of communication theories. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate different racial, gender, and regional groups? May be elected as Politics 352. 360 Advanced Film x, 4 Sickels In this intensive workshop course students will be Rhetoric and Film Studies subtitles; texts, papers and classroom discussion will be in English. May be elected as WLIT 384. 368B Special Topics: Nazi Film and its Legacy x, 4 Staff In this course we will study Nazi film in the context of the popular culture of the 1930s and German post- War films about the Nazis. In the first half of the course, we will focus on Leni Riefenstahl's work, as well as other films from the 1930s aimed at the mass market. In the second half of the course, we will analyze the long tradition of post-War films that have critically studied fascism, National Socialism, and the Holocaust. All readings, discussion, and assignments in English. May be elected as World Literature 201A. 368C Special Topics: Pedro Almodóvar's Spain x, 4 Solórzano-Thompson This seminar will examine representative films by Pedro Almodóvar spanning his cinematic career from the 1970's to the present. The focus of the course will be to decode Almodóvar's multifaceted and often contradictory portrayal of post-Franco Spain. Themes discussed will include: gay desire, transgender issues, violence, sex, politics, and modernity. Readings will include theoretical and critical texts by Paul Julian Smith, Jacques Lacan, Stephanie Sieburth, Judith Butler, Michel Foucault, among others. Students will be evaluated through presentations, written assignments in essay form, and the completion of a final project tailored to the students' interests and majors. Stress given to discussion. Prerequisites: none. May be elected as World Literature 386. 371 Rhetoric in Early Western Culture x, 4 Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during several of the great periods of Western thought, beginning with the classical conflict between the Sophists and Platonists in Greece, to the emphasis on the liberally educated person in the Roman Empire, the rhetoric of the church in the Middle Ages, and concluding with the study of logic and argument during the Scottish Enlightenment. May be elected as Classics 371. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4, 4 Intensive studies in special topics not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from ancient to contemporary times. The current offerings follow. 379, 380 Special Topics: The Literature and Film of the Holocaust in France 4, 4 Henry Although some texts and films not originally composed in French will be studied, this course will Rhetoric and Film Studies expected to write, storyboard, direct, shoot, and edit an original film of their own creation. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160, 165, and/or consent of instructor. Priority given to Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 365 Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre 4 Students will study the cultural influences on the intersection between the pursuit of artistic achievement and commercial rewards as illustrated by the evolution of a specific genre—e.g. musicals, westerns, noir, horror, combat, screwballs, weepies, etc. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Film genre offerings follow. 366 Special Topics: Major Figures in Film 4 An intensive study of a major figure (or figures) in film, ranging from directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and actors. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers, and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Major figures offerings follow. 366 Major Figures in Film: “The Genius of the System": The Golden Age of Cinema x, 4 Sickels In tracing film history from its late 19th century beginnings to the 1950s, students in this course will study the era known as the American cinema's "golden age," during which the Hollywood Studio System dictated virtually all aspects of filmmaking. Texts will likely include works by Ford, Hitchcock, Curtiz, Hawks, Capra, Sturges and others. Lectures, discussions, papers and weekly film screenings. 368 Special Topics: World Cinema 4 National cinemas not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in world cinema. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. World cinema offerings follow. 368A Special Topics: Introduction to French Cinema x, 4 Hurlburt This course will examine the major authors an movements of French cinema from the 1930's to the present day. We will study works by film authors such as Jean Renoir, Marcel Carné, Jacques Tati, Jean Luc Godard, Francois Truffaut, Agnes Varda, Luc Besson and Matthieu Kassovitz. In addition to required screenings, students will read a broad selection of texts introducing the technical, theoretical, cultural, political and economic forces that have shaped the French film industry from the advent of sound through to the present day. Movies will be shown in French and English focus on the plight of Jews in France from 1940-1944. We will read texts written during the Holocaust, others composed from memories of the Holocaust, and finally works about the Holocaust written by those who did not experience the event. All readings in English. All films will have English subtitles. Weekly films; several papers; oral presentations in class; no exams. Open to all students. May be elected as World Literature 210. 380B Special Topics: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke x, 4 Withycombe Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke’s work from contemporary and postmodern perspectives. 380C Special Topics: A History of American Public Address 4; not offered 2005-06 Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Withycombe, Hanson, and Sickels Studies of rhetorical and filmic issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 487 Rhetoric and Film Criticism 4, x Hanson Students evaluate speeches, film, writing, advertisements, and other diverse forms of communication. The course enables students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral, written, and visual messages, and to develop scholarly writing skills. Students learn a variety of critical perspectives including Neo-Aristotlean, author, metaphor, ideology, power and gender relations, and deconstructionism and apply those theories to instances of communication. Open only to, and required of junior or senior Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 491 Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, x Withycombe Research and writing of the senior thesis. Open only to, and required of, senior majors. 498 Honors Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, x Withycombe Research and writing of the senior honors thesis. Open only to, and required of, senior majors. Prerequisite: admission to honors candidacy. 2006-07 Rhetoric and Film Studies Robert Sickels, Chair James Hanson (on Sabbatical, Spring 2007) Robert M. Withycombe Traditionally, the discipline of rhetoric focused on the effectiveness of the spoken or written word as it is driven by the rhetorical situation (audience, purpose, and context). Over the last several decades, persuasive media have expanded well beyond the conventional spoken and written message. The increasing pervasiveness of film, video, TV, and the Internet in world culture has expanded the mission of rhetorical studies. To reflect these advances in technology and understanding, we focus on the uses of language and image to characterize social reality, to debate and confront controversies, and to aid in the transformation of social institutions. Accordingly, the department of rhetoric and film studies is a multidisciplinary program that enriches understanding of the complexity of contemporary communication by providing a solid grounding in the theory, history, production, interpretation, and criticism of a wide variety of written, oral, visual, and filmic texts. Most rhetoric and film studies courses (except 110, 121,221,222, 165, 250, and 360) satisfy humanities distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 110, 165, 250 and 360 meet fine arts distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 240 and 340 count toward the alternative voices distribution requirement. Rhetoric and Film Studies 121, 221, and 222 do not count as distribution requirements and may not be taken P-D-F. The Rhetoric and Film Studies major: A minimum of thirty-four credits in rhetoric and film studies, including 160; one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; one of either 240, 250, 340, 350,351,352,371,379, or380; 487; and either 491 or 498. Students may substitute up to eight of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the major. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the major. Senior assessment: All departmental majors will write a substantial thesis during fall semester and will defend that thesis during a one-hour oral examination. The Rhetoric and Film Studies minor: A minimum of twenty credits in rhetoric and film studies including one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; and one of either 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379 or 380. Students may substitute up to four of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the minor. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the minor. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4,4 Withycombe Speech is one of our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of effective speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, teaming to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Dramatic Interpretation, Speech, and Debate Practicum 1, 1 Hanson Participation in dramatic interpretation, speaking events, or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview, practice twice a week with staff for the first six weeks of the semester, participate in the team practicum, and then one intercollegiate or on-campus tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. May not be taken P-D-F. 160 Introduction to Film Studies x, 4 Sickels This course introduces the historical and theoretical fundamentals offllm studies. Representative films will be drawn from a variety of different eras, genres, and countries. Lectures, discussions, tests, and weekly film screenings. 165 Introduction to Flimmaking 4,x Sickels This course introduces the fundamentals of the visual language and narrative structures of film. Students will collaboratively make their own short films. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 and consent of instructor. Priority given to Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 221 Intercollegiate Parliamentary Debate and Speaking Events 2, 2 Hanson Participation in parliamentary debate, interpretation events, and/or speaking events throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend meetings, prepare for two events, practice each week with staff, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two events (two speaking or interpretation events, or parliamentary debate and one speaking or interpretation events) at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 222 Intercollegiate Policy Debate 2,2 Hanson Participation in policy debate throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend meetings, prepare research assignments, engage in practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Topics change yearly. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Race, Class and Gender 4, x Hanson This course seeks to examine the ways in which race, class, and gender based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for ofien heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view race, class, and gender based rhetorical practices. This course may count toward the requirements for the gender studies minor and major. - - 250 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4; not offered 2006-07 Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. 340 Background of African American Protest Rhetoric x, 4 Withycombe Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. May be elected as Politics 349. 350 Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4, x Withycombe Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way so the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. May be elected as Politics 379. 351 Argument in the Law and Politics 4; not offered 2006-07 This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making argument. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. 352 Political Campaign Rhetoric 4; not offered 2006-07 This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the current election year. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, media coverage, and debates. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate differing groups? May be elected as Politics 352. 360 Advanced Film x, 4 Sickels In this intensive workshop course students will be expected to write, storyboard, direct, shoot, and edit an original film of their own creation. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160,165, and/or consent of instructor. Priority given to Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 365 Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre 4; not offered 2006-07 Students will study the cultural influences on the intersection between the pursuit of artistic achievement and commercial rewards as illustrated by the evolution of a specific genre—e.g. musicals, westerns, noir, horror, combat, screwballs, weepies, etc. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Film genre offerings follow. 366 Special Topics: Major Figures In Film 4 An intensive study of a major figure (or figures) in film, ranging from directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and actors. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers, and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Major figures offerings follow. 366 Major Figures In Film: “Mean Streets and Raging Bulls”: The Silver Age of Cinema 4, x Sickels In tracing film history from the demise of the studio system in the late 1960s to its rebirth in the early 1980s, students in this course will study the all too brief era known as the American cinema’s “silver age,” during which maverick film school directors made deeply personal and remarkably influential films. Texts will likely include works by Coppola, DePalma, Friedkin, Altman, Allen, Polanski, Bogdanovich, Kubrick, Malick, and Scorsese. Lectures, discussions, a big research paper, an oral presentation, and weekly film screenings. 368 SpecIal Topics: World Cinema 4 National cinemas not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in world cinema. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. World cinema offerings follow. 368 Special Topics: German Film 4,x Tobin German film from the early expressionist masterpieces by Pabst, through Nazi directors, the postwar directors, and concluding with some of the new generation of film makers like Praunbeim and Treut. Readings include excerpts from Kracauer and Adorno. In addition to regular class meetings, a weekly video screening of approximately two hours required. Short critical papers, class discussion, and a final examination are required. Offered in alternate years. May be elected as WLit 279. 371 Rhetoric in Early Western Culture 4; not offered 2006-07 Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during several of the great periods of Western thought, beginning with the classical conllict between the Sophists and Platonists in Greece, to the emphasis on the liberally educated person in the Roman Empire, the rhetoric of the church in the Middle Ages, and concluding with the study of logic and argument during the Scottish Enlightenment. May be elected as Classics 371. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4,4 Intensive studies in special topics not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from ancient to contemporary times. The current offerings follow. 380 Special Topics: A History of American Public Address x, 4 Withycombe Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. 401,402 Independent Study 1-3,1-3 Withycombe, Hanson, and Sickels Studies of rhetorical and filmic issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 487 Rhetoric and Film Criticism 4,x Hanson Students evaluate speeches, film, writing, advertisements, and other diverse forms of communication. The course enables students to become more aware of the multiple ways in which communication influences people, to develop a variety of critical perspectives from which to view oral, written, and visual messages, and to develop scholarly writing skills. Students learn a variety of critical perspectives including NeoAristotlean, author, metaphor, ideology, power and gender relations, and deconstructionism and apply those theories to instances of communication. Open only to, and required of junior or senior Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 491 Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, x Withycombe Research and writing of the senior thesis. Open only to, and required of senior majors. 498 Honors Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, x Withycombe Research and writing of the senior honors thesis. Open only to, and required of senior majors. Prerequisite admission to honors candidacy. 2007-2008 Rhetoric and Film Studies Robert Sickels, Chair Amy Corey (Visiting Johnstone Professor) James Hanson Robert M. Withycombe Traditionally, the discipline of rhetoric focused on the effectiveness of the spoken or written word as it is driven by the rhetorical situation (audience, purpose, and context). Over the last several decades, persuasive media have expanded well beyond the conventional spoken and written message. The increasing pervasiveness of film, video, TV, and the Internet in world culture has expanded the mission of rhetorical studies. To reflect these advances in technology and understanding, we focus on the uses of language and image to characterize social reality, to debate and confront controversies, and to aid in the transformation of social institutions. Accordingly, the department of rhetoric and film studies is a multidisciplinary program that enriches understanding of the complexity of contemporary communication by providing a solid grounding in the theory, history, production, interpretation, and criticism of a wide variety of written, oral, visual, and filmic texts. Most rhetoric and film studies courses (except 110, 121, 221, 222, 165, 250, and 360) satisfy humanities distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 110, 165, 250 and 360 meet fine arts distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 240 and 340 count toward the alternative voices distribution requirement. Rhetoric and Film Studies 121, 221, and 222 do not count as distribution requirements and may not be taken P-D-F. The Rhetoric and Film Studies major: A minimum of 34 credits in rhetoric and film studies, including 160; one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; one of either 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379, or 380; 487; and either 491 or 498. Students may substitute up to eight of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the major. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the major. Senior assessment: All departmental majors will write a substantial thesis during fall semester and will defend that thesis during a one-hour oral examination. The Rhetoric and Film Studies minor: A minimum of 20 credits in rhetoric and film studies including one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; and one of either 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379 or 380. Students may substitute up to four of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the minor. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the minor. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Hanson, Withycombe Speech is one of our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of effective speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Dramatic Interpretation, Speech, and Debate Practicum 1, 1 Hanson Participation in dramatic interpretation, speaking events, or debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a course overview, practice twice a week with staff for the first six weeks of the semester, participate in the team practicum, and then one intercollegiate or on-campus tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. May not be taken P-D-F. 160 Introduction to Film Studies 4, x Sickels This course introduces the historical and theoretical fundamentals of film studies. Representative films will be drawn from a variety of different eras, genres, and countries. Lectures, discussions, tests, and weekly film screenings. 165 Introduction to Filmmaking 4, x Sickels This course introduces the fundamentals of the visual language and narrative structures of film. Students will collaboratively make their own short films. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 and consent of instructor. Priority given to Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 221 Intercollegiate Parliamentary Debate and Speaking Events 2, 2 Hanson Participation in parliamentary debate, interpretation events, and/or speaking events throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend meetings, prepare for two events, practice each week with staff, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in a minimum of two events (two speaking or interpretation events, or parliamentary debate and one speaking or interpretation events) at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 222 Intercollegiate Policy Debate* 2, 2 Hanson Participation in policy debate throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend meetings, prepare research assignments, engage in practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Topics change yearly. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Race, Class and Gender 4; not offered 2007-08 This course seeks to examine the ways in which race, class, and gender based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view race, class, and gender based rhetorical practices. This course may count toward the requirements for the gender studies minor and major. 250 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4, x Withycombe Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. 340 Background of African American Protest Rhetoric 4; not offered 2007-08 Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early seventeenth century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. May be elected as Politics 349. 350 Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4, x Withycombe Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced from the earliest statements on free speech in ancient Athens, through British Common Law to Colonial America, and finally to a wide range of cases that made their way to the United States Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. May be elected as Politics 379. 351 Argument in the Law and Politics x, 4 Hanson This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policy-making argument. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. 352 Political Campaign Rhetoric 4; not offered 2007-08 This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the current election year. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, media coverage, and debates. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate differing groups? May be elected as Politics 352. 360 Advanced Film x, 4 Sickels In this intensive workshop course students will be expected to write, storyboard, direct, shoot, and edit an original film of their own creation. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160, 165, and/or consent of instructor. Priority given to Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 365 Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre 4; not offered 2007-08 Students will study the cultural influences on the intersection between the pursuit of artistic achievement and commercial rewards as illustrated by the evolution of a specific genre—e.g. musicals, westerns, noir, horror, combat, screwballs, weepies, etc. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Film genre offerings follow. 366 Special Topics: Major Figures in Film 4 An intensive study of a major figure (or figures) in film, ranging from directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and actors. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers, and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Major figures offerings follow. 366 ST: Major Figures in Film: “The Genius of the System” The Golden Age of Cinema x, 4 Sickels In tracing film history from its late nineteenth century beginnings to the 1950s, students in this course will study the era known as the American cinema’s “golden age,” during which the Hollywood Studio System dictated virtually all aspects of filmmaking. Texts will likely include works by Ford, Hitchcock, Curtiz, Hawks, Capra, Sturges, and others. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. 368 Special Topics: World Cinema 4 National cinemas not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in world cinema. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. World cinema offerings follow. 368A ST: Media and Culture in Latino/Latin America x, 4 Galindo This course focuses on the increasing presence of Latinos and Latin Americans in the media as a way to explore debates on culture and politics. Topics for class discussion include: media bias, uses of language, representation, marketing and buying power, and political clout. Media to be studied in class ranges from film, TV and radio to print and digital journalism. Students will be evaluated through papers, presentations, and participation. A collective class project will study the current representation of Latino and Latin American cultures in the U.S. media. Taught in English. May be elected as WLit 382 or Spanish 471. Distribution area: humanities or alternative voices. 368B ST: Introduction to French Cinema x, 4 Hurlburt An introduction to the major authors and movements of French cinema from the 1930’s to the present day. We will study works by film authors such as Renoir, Carné, Tati, Godard, Truffaut, Varda, Kassovitz and Serreau. In addition to required screenings, students will read a broad selection of critical texts introducing the technical, theoretical, cultural, political and economic forces that have shaped the French film industry from the advent of sound through to the present day. Movies will be shown in French with English subtitles. This course will be taught in two sections, one in English and one in French (French 448); the two sections will be combined in English once a week. Distribution area: humanities. 371 Rhetoric in Early Western Culture x, 4 Withycombe Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during several of the great periods of Western thought, beginning with the classical conflict between the Sophists and Platonists in Greece, to the emphasis on the liberally educated person in the Roman Empire, the rhetoric of the church in the Middle Ages, and concluding with the study of logic and argument during the Scottish Enlightenment. May be elected as Classics 371. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4, 4 Intensive studies in special topics not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from ancient to contemporary times. The current offerings follow. 379A ST: Introduction to Television Studies 4, 4 Corey This course begins with an exploration of television history and important technological and social developments. In mapping out the televisual landscape, this course then introduces students to a range of television cultures and genres. Through genres such as news, sitcom, drama, soap opera, science fiction, and reality-based television, students will explore narrative structures and practices of looking. This course also introduces critical approaches to the debates surrounding the cultural and political implications of television viewing. These debates include audience, effects, and representation as well as technology and surveillance. Students will also learn to apply a variety of theoretical and methodological frameworks in order to analyze television in text and practice. 379B ST: Introduction to Popular Culture 4, 4 Corey This course traces the study of popular culture in the U.S. Beginning with the advent of mass culture, students will explore cultural studies between the World Wars, the evolution of postwar consumerism, and then focus on the global culture in which we participate today. Students will examine various artifacts of popular culture including advertisements, comics, clothing, toys & games, and other relevant texts from print, film, and television media. Students will study the development of popular culture by applying different methods and theories such as Mass Culture, Frankfurt School, Social Semiotics, and Postmodern approaches. 380A ST: Gender in Popular Music and Dance 4, x Corey From ballet, big bands and belly dance to pop, punk, and points in between, this course explores issues of gender in popular music and dance. Students will learn to apply critical methods in order to understand how gender is constructed and strategically used in these cultural forms. In analyzing concepts of femininity and masculinity, students will examine how music and dance reflect, create, and contest our understandings of gender and sexuality. From a critical standpoint, this kind of analysis focuses on the tension between the creative potentials for expression and issues of representation and commodification. 380B ST: Rhetorical Study of Kenneth Burke x, 4 Withycombe Examines the works of Kenneth Burke, one of the leading thinkers on rhetoric in the twentieth century. Examines Burke’s work from contemporary and post-modern perspectives. 380C ST: Body, Gender, Culture x, 4 Corey The human body has received a great deal of attention in recent academic, political, and popular debates. While there is no consensus on the “meaning” of the body, it is clearly the central figure in the contest over issues such as sexuality, identity, and even technology. The construction and function of masculinities and femininities frames the exploration of a variety of theoretical, philosophical, and practical approaches to the body. Students will probe the body’s fundamental significance in the construction, experience, and understanding of gender, culture, and social relationships. Along with these concepts, students will explore issues of economy, technology, body modification, and transgender issues, as well as the body in movement contexts such as the gym and sport. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Withycombe, Hanson, and Sickels Studies of rhetorical and filmic issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 487 Rhetoric and Film Criticism 4, x Hanson Students evaluate diverse forms of communication such as speeches, film, writing, and advertisements using a variety of critical perspectives including NeoAristotlean, author, audience, genre, narrative, cultural, dramatistic, ideological, gender, semiotics, hyperrealism, power relations, and deconstructionism. Through a series of papers culminating in a lengthy paper, usually the student’s thesis, students engage in scholarly writing that utilizes these critical perspectives. The goal is for students to become more articulate in expressing the significant ways in which communication influences people. Open only to and required of junior or senior Rhetoric and Film Studies majors. 491 Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, x Sickels Research and writing of the senior thesis. Open only to, and required of, senior majors. 498 Honors Thesis in Rhetoric and Film Studies 2, x Sickels Research and writing of the senior honors thesis. Open only to, and required of, senior majors. Prerequisite: admission to honors candidacy. 2008-2009 Rhetoric and Film Studies Robert Sickels, Chair James Hanson Robert M. Withycombe The department received a new position for the 2009-2010 year in T.V. studies. Interviews were done but at the last minute, due to the financial crisis caused by the Stock Market Crash of 2008, the position was postponed until a future year. Jim had the 121 course changed to Fundamentals of Debate and students in the course were more required to attend one debate tournament. Traditionally, the discipline of rhetoric focused on the effectiveness of the spoken or written word as it is driven by the rhetorical situation (audience, purpose, and context). Over the last several decades, persuasive media have expanded well beyond the conventional spoken and written message. The increasing pervasiveness of film, video, TV, and the Internet in world culture has expanded the mission of rhetorical studies. To reflect these advances in technology and understanding, we focus on the uses of language and image to characterize social reality, to debate and confront controversies, and to aid in the transformation of social institutions. Accordingly, the department of rhetoric and film studies is a multidisciplinary program that enriches understanding of the complexity of contemporary communication by providing a solid grounding in the theory, history, production, interpretation, and criticism of a wide variety of written, oral, visual, and filmic texts. Most rhetoric and film studies courses (except 110, 121, 221, 222, 165, 250, and 360) satisfy humanities distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 110, 165, 250 and 360 meet fine arts distribution requirements. Rhetoric and Film Studies 240 and 340 count toward the alternative voices distribution requirement. Rhetoric and Film Studies 121, 221, and 222 do not count as distribution requirements and may not be taken P-D-F. The Rhetoric and Film Studies major: A minimum of 34 credits in rhetoric and film studies, including 160; one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; one of either 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379, or 380; 487; and either 491 or 498. Students may substitute up to eight of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the major. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the major. Senior assessment: All departmental majors will write a substantial thesis during fall semester and will defend that thesis during a one-hour oral examination. The Rhetoric and Film Studies minor: A minimum of 20 credits in rhetoric and film studies including one of either 365, 366, 367 or 368; and one of either 240, 250, 340, 350, 351, 352, 371, 379 or 380. Students may substitute up to four of the elective credits with approved rhetoric and film courses (e.g., transfer credits, and/or credits from other Whitman departments). Students may not count more than four credits of 121, 221, or 222 toward the minor. Department policy does not allow a P-D-F grade option for courses within the minor. 110 Fundamentals of Public Address 4, 4 Fall: Hanson Spring: Hanson, Withycombe Speech is one of our primary means of communication. This course provides training in the fundamentals of effective speaking including the preparation, presentation and evaluation of a variety of types of communication. Preparation emphasizes the use of clear organization, cogent arguments, and strong and interesting supporting material. Presentation focuses on the use of vocal variety, distinct articulation, presence, gestures, and effective use of oral language. Evaluation encourages students to critique public address, learning to think and express what could make a presentation more effective. Oral presentations and several papers required. 121 Fundamentals of Debating 1, 1 Hanson Introduction to and participation in debate without a heavy commitment throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend classes covering and engaging key debate skills for the first six to eight weeks of the semester, and then participate in one intercollegiate or on-campus tournament. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. May not be taken P-D-F. 160 Introduction to Film Studies 4, x Sickels This course introduces the historical and theoretical fundamentals of film studies. Representative films will be drawn from a variety of different eras, genres, and countries. Lectures, discussions, tests, and weekly film screenings. 165 Introduction to Filmmaking 4, x Sickels This course introduces the fundamentals of the visual language and narrative structures of film. Students will collaboratively make their own short films. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160 and consent of instructor. Priority given to rhetoric and film studies majors. 221 Intercollegiate Parliamentary Debate and Speaking Events 2, 2 Hanson Participation in parliamentary debate and a speaking event throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend meetings, prepare for parliamentary debate and a speaking event, practice each week with staff, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete at two tournaments during the semester in parliamentary debate and in one speaking event when offered. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 222 Intercollegiate Policy Debate* 2, 2 Hanson Participation in policy debate throughout the semester. Students are expected to attend a preparation session the week before school begins (exceptions on a case-by-case basis only). Students are expected to attend meetings, prepare research assignments, engage in practice drills and debates, and assist in the management of tournaments that Whitman hosts. Students must compete in debate at a minimum of two tournaments during the semester. Students may not jointly register for Rhetoric 121, 221, 222. *Topics change yearly. Rhetoric 121 is not a prerequisite. May not be taken P-D-F. 240 Rhetorical Explorations: Race, Class and Gender x, 4 Hanson This course seeks to examine the ways in which race, class-, and gender-based rhetorical practices can and do create, reinforce, adjust and sometimes overcome inequality in society. The nature of this inequality is addressed as a rhetorical construct that continues to serve as a basis for often heated discussion in society. Those in the class critique communication in the media, daily discourse, the law, politics, and in their own experiences. The goal of this examination is to increase awareness of inequity in communication, to challenge theoretical assumptions about what constitutes inequity, and to offer new perspectives from which to view race-, class-, and gender-based rhetorical practices. This course may count toward the requirements for the gender studies minor and major. 250 Persuasion, Agitation, and Social Movements 4; not offered 2008-09 Theory, preparation, and practice in the art of public persuasion. The study of logic and reasoning, the psychology of persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, the structure of arguments, and persuasion in social movements. Students are expected to observe, evaluate, and construct logical persuasive arguments in both formal and informal settings. 303 German Film and the Frankfurt School x, 4 Tobin In this course, we will review the masterpieces of German-language cinema, beginning with such expressionist works of art as Wiene’s The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, Murnau’s Nosferatu, Lang’s Metropolis, and Sagan’s Mädchen in Uniform. We will also study Nazi film, particularly Leni Riefenstahl’s work. Among the postwar directors that we study will be Fassbinder, Herzog, and Wenders. Queer German filmmakers such as Praunheim and Treut will receive special attention. The course will conclude with recent critical and popular successes such as Run Lola Run and The Lives of Others. As a critical lens, we will rely heavily on psychoanalytic and Frankfurt School criticism, focusing on writings by Sigmund Freud, Walter Benjamin, Siegfried Kracauer, and Theodor Adorno. In addition to class meetings, a weekly video screening of approximately two hours is required. All discussion in English. Students taking the course for German credit will be expected to watch the films without subtitles and complete written assignments in German; students taking the course for credit in world literature or rhetoric and film studies will generally watch films with subtitles and write in English. May be elected as German or World Literature 303. Was not offered as Bob Tobin left the school at the end of the 2007-2008 year. 340 Background of African American Protest Rhetoric x, 4 Withycombe Students examine the conflicting strategies of assimilation, separation, and revolution, and the rhetoric of the civil rights movement used to promote and attack these strategies. Various stages of the social movement will be examined, with a primary focus on the nature of public argument about blacks in America beginning with the arrival of the first Africans in the early 17th century and ending with the era of vigorous African American protest in about 1965. May be elected as Politics 349. 350 Freedom of Speech and the First Amendment 4, x Withycombe Arguments over the “appropriate boundaries” of freedom of speech are among the most interesting and hotly debated issues addressed by the legal system. In this course, the evolution of current legal standards on freedom of speech will be traced through a wide range of cases that made their way to the U.S. Supreme Court. Issues such as privacy, obscenity, “fighting words,” and commercial speech will be discussed, along with considerable discussion dealing with special issues of free speech such as free speech and fair trials, prior restraint, and free speech in prisons, schools, the military, and the marketplace. May be elected as Politics 379. 351 Argument in the Law and Politics 4; not offered 2008-09 This course emphasizes the study and practice of argument in the law and politics and involves three critical aspects. First, students engage in and evaluate legal argument in important court cases. Second, students participate in and evaluate political campaign and public policymaking argument. Third, students are exposed to argumentation theory as a way of interpreting the arguments they construct and evaluate. The goal of the course is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the use of argument. May be elected as Politics 380. 352 Political Campaign Rhetoric 4, x Hanson This course focuses on communication used in political campaigns, particularly in the current election year. The course will examine advertisements, speeches, media coverage, and debates. Class discussions will center on such issues as: 1) How passive or active is the public in campaigns? 2) What makes an effective and beneficial political advertisement? 3) What is the importance of character versus issues in campaigns? 4) What is a good campaign strategy? 5) How do campaigns target or alienate differing groups? May be elected as Politics 352. 360 Advanced Film x, 4 Sickels In this intensive workshop course students will be expected to write, storyboard, direct, shoot, and edit an original film of their own creation. Extensive lab time required. Prerequisites: successful completion of Rhetoric and Film Studies 160, 165, and/or consent of instructor. Priority given to rhetoric and film studies majors. 365 Special Topics: Studies in Film Genre 4 Students will study the cultural influences on the intersection between the pursuit of artistic achievement and commercial rewards as illustrated by the evolution of a specific genre — e.g. musicals, westerns, noir, horror, combat, screwballs, weepies, etc. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Film genre offerings follow. 366 Special Topics: Major Figures in Film 4 An intensive study of a major figure (or figures) in film, ranging from directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and actors. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers, and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. Major figures offerings follow. 366 ST: Major Figures in Film. “Mean Streets and Raging Bulls”: The Silver Age of Cinema x, 4 Sickels In tracing film history from the demise of the studio system in the late 1960s to its rebirth in the early 1980s, students in this course will study the all too brief era known as the American cinema’s “silver age,” during which maverick film school directors made deeply personal and remarkably influential films. Texts will likely include works by Coppola, DePalma, Friedkin, Altman, Allen, Polanski, Bogdanovich, Kubrick, Malick, and Scorsese. Lectures, discussions, a big research paper, an oral presentation, and a required weekly film screening. 368 Special Topics: World Cinema 4 National cinemas not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from early times to contemporary developments in world cinema. Lectures, discussions, tests, papers and weekly film screenings. May be repeated for credit. World cinema offerings follow. 371 Rhetoric in Early Western Culture 4; not offered 2008-09 Focuses on the principal rhetorical developments that occurred during several of the great periods of Western thought, beginning with the classical conflict between the Sophists and Platonists in Greece, to the emphasis on the liberally educated person in the Roman Empire, the rhetoric of the church in the Middle Ages, and concluding with the study of logic and argument during the Scottish Enlightenment. May be elected as Classics 371. 379, 380 Special Topics in Rhetoric and Film Studies 4, 4 Intensive studies in special topics not generally considered in other courses offered by the department. The specific materials will vary from semester to semester and may cover subjects from ancient to contemporary times. The current offerings follow. 380 ST: A History of American Public Address x, 4 Withycombe Students examine the creation, reception, and impact of American public discourse from the colonial period to the present, focusing on the process of public advocacy as it occurs in significant political and social movements and during important public controversies. Examination of public arguments will allow students to better understand the strategic choices available, the limitations and constraints that face advocates, and the nature of critical responses that resulted. Students will better understand the role of public discourse in American history and the relationship between rhetorical practice and public culture. 401, 402 Independent Study 1-3, 1-3 Hanson, Sickels, and Withycombe Studies of rhetorical and filmic issues including directed readings and/or approved projects. The student is expected to submit a written proposal to the instructor prior to registration for the study. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.