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Puvana Ganesan, Ph.D.
Faculty Chair - Communication
Communication, Theatre & Film Arts
Office: RDM-S Saguaro - Room: 250
480-654-7792
Office Hours
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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
Fall 2024
| 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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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
14287 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
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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Fall Flex Start 2024
| 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] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
14514 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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09/04/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
MoWe |
11:00 AM – 12:25 PM |
Closed |
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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] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33803 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
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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Spring 2025
| 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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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27021 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 12 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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Spring Flex Start 2025
| 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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27056 |
Red Mountain Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture
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01/29/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
We |
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM |
Open 6 of 10 |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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28402 |
Red Mountain Campus |
Hybrid
Lecture
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01/29/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
We |
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM |
Open 8 of 10 |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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31225 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 19 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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