Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2027

     

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HUMA 250 001 (CRN: 26333)

RACE AND MEDIA

Long Title: RACE AND MEDIA
Department: Humanities Division
Instructor: LaBove, Shannon
Meeting: 10:50AM - 12:05PM TR (11-JAN-2027 - 23-APR-2027) 
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
 
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Section Max Enrollment: 19
Section Enrolled: 0
Enrollment data as of: 2-NOV-2026 2:23AM
 
Additional Fees: None
 
Final Exam: No Final Exam
 
Description: This course offers a survey of media communication about race. We will examine media communication theories of identity formation, symbol creation, and influence. What media factors determine the discourse on race? The purpose of this course is to understand how notions of race have been defined and shaped in and through mass-mediated forms. Students will formulate informed recommendations on what could be done to promote greater cultural sensitivity and diversity in the media industry. Previously offered as HUMA 238 (Summer 2019). Repeatable for Credit.