Read it and learn — the March COMMunicator is here

March 1, 2017 ⧫ Department of Communication Studies’ monthly newsletter.

Come to Social Justice Talk

Dr. Larry Frey, Professor of Communication at the University of Colorado Boulder, will be the spring speaker for the Communication Studies Graduate Student Association. Dr. Frey studies applied communication – specifically collective communicative practices among marginalized people, communication activism for social justice, group communication and communication research methods. His free talk is open to the public, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., March 23, in McKnight Hall (Cone).

Have an International Experience to Share?

The Crossing Borders Writing Competition is an internationally themed writing contest for UNC Charlotte students. This year’s theme is, “Crossing Borders: How my international experience has affected my view of the world.” Submit an original essay, short story or report based on your experience, no more than 1,000 words, typed and double-spaced. Include your full name and UNC Charlotte email address on your submission. Top prize is $400 and two honorable mentions are $175 each.

Learn to be a Good Sport (Professional)

The Career Center will host a panel of professionals who work in the sports industry. From working directly with teams to marketing and announcing the games, come hear their career paths and ask questions, 5:30-7 p.m., March 22, Career Classroom, Atkins 146.

49er Gold: Turn Research into Dollars

Consider entering the university’s Undergraduate Research Conference. Work presented can range from in-class projects to year-long honors theses and everything in between. In addition to departmental and other awards, the Atkins Library Undergraduate Research Award carries a $1,000 prize. Applications are due at 5 p.m., March 24, including a faculty adviser support letter depending on the type of entry. Research presentations are April 21.

Faculty fun facts: Dr. Basinger

Here’s a “sweet” story. Dr. Erin Basinger, assistant professor of Health Communication, used to make wedding cakes. She said she’s done probably 10 actual wedding cakes, plus dozens and dozens of birthday, anniversary, wedding/baby shower and other party cakes. The most people she’s fed? Probably 250, she says, and the biggest cakes were three tiers. Dr. Basinger says she loves baking because it’s science and math — measure, mix, bake, decorate. Yum!