The Public Intellectual

3 Credits

Public Intellectuals are experts who translate academic research and insights into accessible information for the public. This course develops an understanding of audience, strategies for effective communication in different mediums, and goals for building a public profile. Students gain deep, hands-on experience in all forms of public intellectual communication, including giving interview (radio, tv, and print), writing op-eds, public speaking, and providing testimony. The course also covers fundamentals of setting up an in-home studio, curating a look, and developing a public persona.