SOC 230Media, Information and Society

Grinnell College · 4 credits · UGRD

Catalog

This course takes a global and transnational approach in analyzing the role of mass media in society; their organizational operations within a particular economic, political, and social environment; and the impact of the content they produce. It will examine theories on the relationship between mass media, the public sphere, and democracy; the economic and social organization of media industries; the framing and reception of media messages; and the growth of new media technologies. Prerequisite: SOC-111, ART-155, or FMS-155.

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 1 section

Aug 27 – Dec 18

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
01Class #98568-SOC-230-01	Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM Humanities and Social Studies N2118 (Lecture)	Humanities and Social Studies N2118	Sharon Quinsaat
01 notes: Writing intensive. Faculty will give substantial oral and/or written feedback to students on writing assignments and provide students with opportunities to apply that feedback to future assignments or revisions. At least 50% of the final grade is based on graded writing assignments.