COMM 542
Media Relations
American University · UGRD · Fall 2026
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Catalog description
Media Relations (3) Media relations is the vital link between public relations and journalism. This course focuses on understanding the wide variety of media that exist today, the importance of crafting compelling messages and pitches as PR professionals, and the significant impact media can have on PR campaigns. Students also learn how to effectively engage with journalists to achieve organizational objectives, develop their own media relations strategies, and hone writing and presentation skills to become more effective and ethical practitioners.
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7 openSeats: 18/25 seats Last recorded: Aug 9, 2026, 1:02 AMClass #38604Fall 2026UGRD3.0 credits
7 available18 enrolled25 capacity0 waitlist
- Days & times
- Th · 5:30 – 8:00 PM
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Dec 19
- Location
- McKinley Bldg 100
- Instructor
- Lott, Steven E.
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