Risk Communication

This course places introduces the theory, core concepts, and practice of communication about hazards and risks. Key principles of risk communication are used across a variety of arenas including public health, environmental communication, disaster management, and corporate management. In this course students will attain competencies in 1) understanding core concepts and theories of risk communication, 2) examining special challenges in communicating about risks with diverse audiences, 3) critically analyzing risk communication practices through case studies. Emphasis is placed on students? active participation in exploring and applying concepts that inform risk communication in a global society.