Course Description
Experiential and applied learning in an agricultural communication organization.
Athena Title
Ag and Env Sci Comm Internship
Non-Traditional Format
Internship.
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
1) Integrate communication knowledge and theory gained through the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. 2) Build valuable professional networks in an area of communication they are considering following graduation.
Topical Outline
Students are expected to maintain a blog and developing portfolio based on the following outline throughout the semester: Weeks 1 & 2 – Introduction to Your Position Weeks 3 & 4 – Key Players Weeks 5 & 6 – Personal Evaluation and Development (Part 1) Weeks 7 & 8 – Status of Project(s) Weeks 9 & 10 – Key Stakeholders Weeks 11 & 12 – Key Issues Weeks 13 & 14 – Personal Evaluation (Part 2) Weeks 15 & 16 – Lessons Learned/Overview of Internship
Syllabus