CMST 6996 01: Thesis 2

CMST 6996 - Thesis 2

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 44060,

Credit hours: 3

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Instructor

Rebecca Curnalia

Email: rmcurnalia@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Rebecca M. L. Curnalia, Ph.D
Instructor Professional Qualifications:

PhD Kent State University in Communication Studies, specialization in media effects and persuasion, commenced 2007
MA Northern Illinois University in Communication, specialization in communication theory, commenced 2003
BA Olivet College in Communication, specialization in journalism, commenced 2001

Distinguished Professor since 2020.

Instructor Office Location: Bliss 2013
Instructor Office Phone: Cell - (330)475-9295

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Course Description

6996. Thesis 2. Research study on an applied communication topic. Oral presentation required. Total of 6 s.h. required for the MA thesis option. For thesis option students only. Non-thesis option students should take CMST 6994: Capstone. Prereq.: Completion of the MA core courses AND CMST 6995. 3 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Optional APA Style Guide of Your Choice APA

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
8/31 IRB
10/5 Results
10/19 Discussion
11/2 Full Draft to Committee
11/16 Presentation
11/23 Submit to Grad Studies

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.