LGBTQ Organization Culture in PNW
COMM 495
In this Seattle study away course, we examined the ways in which major tech companies support & celebrate LGBTQ+ culture within a larger organizational culture. Throughout thus course, we took a look at the critical cultural studies approach to exploring the organizational policies and gendered communication in these spaces. Our experiences in Seattle included tours and interviews with organizational & cultural leaders, as well as the integration of visits to LGBTQ+ historical sites.
The course learning objectives include:
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Examine organizational content (ads, promotions, and other artifacts) as they relate to the intersection of gendered communication and organizational communication.
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Analyze cultural branding and policy language to offer informed advice for improving organizational or community culture.
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Present a greater awareness of LGBTQ+ culture and how communication scholars study related issues and topics.
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Demonstrate course knowledge in a creative final project and present components of the research in an approved COMM ePortfolio.
