Puvana Ganesan
Residential Faculty - Communication
Program Director:
Communication, Theatre & Film Arts
Office: RDM-S Saguaro - Room: 250
480-654-7792
Office Hours
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | |
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By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Office hours are available in-person on Mondays and Wednesdays in Saguaro 250 at the MCC Red Mountain campus, Tuesdays in-person at the Communication Main Office, AC 30 MCC Southern-Dobson campus, and online on Thursdays. Appointments are also available at other times that may be convenient for you and me. Thanks!
Classes Taught
Summer 2026
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduces the theory and practice of human communication. Surveys communication topics related to interpersonal, small group, and public communication. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
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13877
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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05/26/2026 – 06/25/2026
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Class Ended |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| COM263 | Elements of Intercultural Communication | 3 Credits | ||||
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Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
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14056
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026
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Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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16608
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Dobson Campus
ITALY |
Study Abroad
Lecture
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05/19/2026 – 06/17/2026
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Class Ended |
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Notes: This section is only for students who have been admitted to the Italy study abroad program. Special permission is required to register and additional program fees are required. For more information please visit www.mesacc.edu/study-abroad or email the instructor. |
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Fall 2026
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduces the theory and practice of human communication. Surveys communication topics related to interpersonal, small group, and public communication. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB] | ||||||
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15954
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Red Mountain Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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MoWe
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9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
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Open 15 of 23 |
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| COM207 | Introduction to Communication Inquiry | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of theory and methodological practice in communication with particular attention to scholarly writing skills. Emphasis on development of critical thinking skills through active participation in the research process. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107 or equivalent, and COM100 or equivalent, or permission of Instructor. |
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15939
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Open 14 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| COM230 | Small Group Communication | 3 Credits | ||||
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Principles and processes of small groups and development of skills for participation and leadership in small group settings. Practice in problem solving, decision making, and information sharing. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB] | ||||||
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16106
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Red Mountain Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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MoWe
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11:00 AM – 12:25 PM
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Open 13 of 20 |
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Notes: Honors Program Only |
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| COM263 | Elements of Intercultural Communication | 3 Credits | ||||
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Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB] | ||||||
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15943
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026
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Open 5 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Fall Flex Start 2026
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduces the theory and practice of human communication. Surveys communication topics related to interpersonal, small group, and public communication. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB] | ||||||
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16781
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Open 16 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| COM263 | Elements of Intercultural Communication | 3 Credits | ||||
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Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB] | ||||||
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17487
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Open 20 of 24 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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