​Estefania Morales
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Capstone in Entertainment and Tourism Studies: Prepared for a career in the entertainment industry by combining theory with applied prin- ciples and analytical skills in examining and developing case studies. Planned and executed a business project.
Writing for Mass Media: Learned about the principles and practices of writing for major types of mass communications media.
Writing for the Advertising Industry: Developed written communications and critical thinking skills essential for success in all advertising- related careers. Composed persuasive letters, reports, proposals and news releases, while strengthening my grammar and language skills.
Tourism and Travel: Learned about the concepts, tools and techniques necessary for understanding the tourism and travel industry and its promotional communications. Also about the trends and issues of tourism, and the unique problems and opportunities of this field.
Communications Law: Learned about the concept of freedom of speech and press; statutes and administrative regulations affecting freedom of information and publishing, advertising and telecommunication. I also learned about libel and slander, rights in news and advertising, contempt, copyright and invasion of privacy.
Introduction to Entertainment and Tourism Studies: Learned about career opportunities in entertainment-related fields. Explored tasks, skill sets, demands and rewards associated with different entertainment professions.
Entertainment in Society: This was an in-depth exploration of the role of entertainment in modern society. Audience uses, motivations and individual preferences for entertainment. Theories and research regarding the form and function of entertainment and entertainment media.
Mass Communications in Modern Society: Internet, newspapers, magazines, film, radio and television; their significance as social instruments and economic entities in modern society.
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts double major: Communications (Entertainment and Tourism Studies) and Criminal Justice
December 2014