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New Media, Identity & Self

Course #: COMM 315

Description:
This course examines individuals' exploration, construction, and expression of identity in a variety of new media spaces, and the impact of interactive media on the self and related variables. Course topics include selective self-presentation, social comparison, online self-disclosure, online disinhibition, virtual communities and support, and hashtag activism. Particular attention is devoted to exploring a variety of personal and social identities, including traditionally marginalized identities.

Pre Requisites: Pre-requisite: COMM 200

Offered in:

2026 Fall

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 9874 TuTh
11:00 - 12:15 pm
Miller,Brandon University Hall Y04-4100
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 24
Enrolled: 17
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: This course uses low-cost course material which will cost less than $50. For more information about low-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu
Pre Requisites: Pre-requisite: COMM 200
Course Attributes: Low cost course material (under $50)