Caroline Erne
@carolineerne.bsky.social
One of the biggest takeaways for me is how many different factors play into communication and how it impacts us. Our communication is shaped by factors such as culture, experience, etc. It is so interesting to see how these differences play out and the different ways to navigate it. #UTCommtheory
December 6, 2025 at 10:19 PM
One of the biggest takeaways for me is how many different factors play into communication and how it impacts us. Our communication is shaped by factors such as culture, experience, etc. It is so interesting to see how these differences play out and the different ways to navigate it. #UTCommtheory
My favorite theory was Uncertainty Reduction Theory. I loved the explanation on how and why we feel more comfortable the more we know and communicate, and how it plays out in my life. I wrote my first application journal on this theory, and it helped me to better understand my life. #UTCommtheory
December 5, 2025 at 7:06 PM
My favorite theory was Uncertainty Reduction Theory. I loved the explanation on how and why we feel more comfortable the more we know and communicate, and how it plays out in my life. I wrote my first application journal on this theory, and it helped me to better understand my life. #UTCommtheory
Agenda setting is still relevant. I believe there's a shift so we think we are more in charge of our agenda but it is still being pushed on us by algorithms, which I believe are a big gatekeeping tool. I don't think gatekeeping or agenda-setting have ended, it is just personalized now. #UTCommtheory
November 22, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Agenda setting is still relevant. I believe there's a shift so we think we are more in charge of our agenda but it is still being pushed on us by algorithms, which I believe are a big gatekeeping tool. I don't think gatekeeping or agenda-setting have ended, it is just personalized now. #UTCommtheory
Recently in the media there has been a lot more coverage on plane crashes. I believe this coverage has moved this topic more into the public agenda than if there had been less media coverage of it. #UTCommtheory
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The plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky, earlier this month, killing 14 people.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Recently in the media there has been a lot more coverage on plane crashes. I believe this coverage has moved this topic more into the public agenda than if there had been less media coverage of it. #UTCommtheory
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I'd say I have a parasocial relationship with George Michael from the show Arrested Development. Seeing him interact with other characters makes me feel like he would be a part of my friend group and I find him very funny. #UTCommtheory
November 15, 2025 at 3:46 PM
I'd say I have a parasocial relationship with George Michael from the show Arrested Development. Seeing him interact with other characters makes me feel like he would be a part of my friend group and I find him very funny. #UTCommtheory
The company I chose is Apple, specifically Apple TV. Their show Severance shows values in work-life balance and overall identity of individuals. This show really set a lot of meanings and values within the work world and how people who consume this media feel about it. #UTCommtheory
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November 15, 2025 at 2:57 AM
The company I chose is Apple, specifically Apple TV. Their show Severance shows values in work-life balance and overall identity of individuals. This show really set a lot of meanings and values within the work world and how people who consume this media feel about it. #UTCommtheory
Whenever I post on Instagram I always consider my audience and whether or not I need to tailor my post based on my imagined audience. #UTCommtheory
November 8, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Whenever I post on Instagram I always consider my audience and whether or not I need to tailor my post based on my imagined audience. #UTCommtheory
AI has negatively impacted my educational experience because I feel more comfortable asking AI to explain a topic I don't understand rather than asking my professors for help. AI is very convenient, but the explanation isn't always as good as it could have been with a professor. #UTCommtheory
November 7, 2025 at 5:49 PM
AI has negatively impacted my educational experience because I feel more comfortable asking AI to explain a topic I don't understand rather than asking my professors for help. AI is very convenient, but the explanation isn't always as good as it could have been with a professor. #UTCommtheory
I engage in #1 non-assertive assimilation whenever I meet someone new. I stay away from sensitive topics, and focus on things we have in common. It makes for a positive first conversation, where both parties are developing positive face. I find it good to avoid controversy at first. #UTCommtheory
October 30, 2025 at 3:32 AM
I engage in #1 non-assertive assimilation whenever I meet someone new. I stay away from sensitive topics, and focus on things we have in common. It makes for a positive first conversation, where both parties are developing positive face. I find it good to avoid controversy at first. #UTCommtheory
This is me when I'm walking and I think someone is waving at me so I wave back, only to find out it was someone behind me. #UTCommtheory
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October 29, 2025 at 3:46 AM
This is me when I'm walking and I think someone is waving at me so I wave back, only to find out it was someone behind me. #UTCommtheory
I respond best to participation decision making. I think it is important to talk about big decisions and get everyone's input before fully committing to something. Decisions often impact the whole, rather than a few individuals, which makes hearing everyone's opinion even more crucial. #UTCommtheory
October 24, 2025 at 7:02 PM
I respond best to participation decision making. I think it is important to talk about big decisions and get everyone's input before fully committing to something. Decisions often impact the whole, rather than a few individuals, which makes hearing everyone's opinion even more crucial. #UTCommtheory
I think Starbucks could use a culture shift. I read that they are enforcing strict rules suddenly on not allowing corporate workers to work from home now, which goes against their values of putting their employees first. I'd recommend better alignment of their values and policies. #UTCommtheory
October 23, 2025 at 9:24 PM
I think Starbucks could use a culture shift. I read that they are enforcing strict rules suddenly on not allowing corporate workers to work from home now, which goes against their values of putting their employees first. I'd recommend better alignment of their values and policies. #UTCommtheory
A enthymeme I hear a lot is along the lines of "that person is in charge so they're trustworthy". People associate power with trustworthiness, which isn't always the case. Enthymemes are a part of logos. #UTCommtheory
October 18, 2025 at 2:03 PM
A enthymeme I hear a lot is along the lines of "that person is in charge so they're trustworthy". People associate power with trustworthiness, which isn't always the case. Enthymemes are a part of logos. #UTCommtheory
I experience cognitive dissonance whenever my friends propose a trip to Ann Arbor. I know I should save money, but I love spending it. Every time we go, I always spend more than I plan. Trader Joe's gets me every time lol #UTCommtheory
October 18, 2025 at 3:37 AM
I experience cognitive dissonance whenever my friends propose a trip to Ann Arbor. I know I should save money, but I love spending it. Every time we go, I always spend more than I plan. Trader Joe's gets me every time lol #UTCommtheory
I believe in the main claim of media multiplexity theory. My best friend and I communicate daily on iMessage, Snapchat, TikTok, and even Instagram. With people I am not as close with, like my coworkers, I find we only communicate through one form of media, which is typically iMessage. #UTCommtheory
October 9, 2025 at 9:31 PM
I believe in the main claim of media multiplexity theory. My best friend and I communicate daily on iMessage, Snapchat, TikTok, and even Instagram. With people I am not as close with, like my coworkers, I find we only communicate through one form of media, which is typically iMessage. #UTCommtheory
On TikTok I see a lot of people overshare very personal information. There is one creator who I see frequently, and his stories are always very wild and detailed. With him posting these publicly, I become a reluctant confidant when they show up, as I didn't seek, nor want to know. #UTCommtheory
October 8, 2025 at 7:26 PM
On TikTok I see a lot of people overshare very personal information. There is one creator who I see frequently, and his stories are always very wild and detailed. With him posting these publicly, I become a reluctant confidant when they show up, as I didn't seek, nor want to know. #UTCommtheory
In the show New Girl, Jess and Nick's relationship faced struggles that fall into connection vs. autonomy. They were not willing to sacrifice autonomy in the relationship, and were on different paths. They lived very different lifestyles, which led to issues despite their connection. #UTCommtheory
October 2, 2025 at 8:31 PM
In the show New Girl, Jess and Nick's relationship faced struggles that fall into connection vs. autonomy. They were not willing to sacrifice autonomy in the relationship, and were on different paths. They lived very different lifestyles, which led to issues despite their connection. #UTCommtheory
Axiom 8 is big in my life. I meet a lot of new people through my social network, and uncertainty goes down the closer they are to people in our shared network. Whenever I am meeting a new person someone in my social network knows, I am more comfortable based on their connection. #UTCommtheory
October 1, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Axiom 8 is big in my life. I meet a lot of new people through my social network, and uncertainty goes down the closer they are to people in our shared network. Whenever I am meeting a new person someone in my social network knows, I am more comfortable based on their connection. #UTCommtheory
Recently, a customer at my job was talking to me, and we were having a nice, surface level chat. When I thought the conversation was over, he started going into his family issues and giving me very specific details. This was a lot to unpack and it happened very quickly. #UTCommtheory
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September 25, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Recently, a customer at my job was talking to me, and we were having a nice, surface level chat. When I thought the conversation was over, he started going into his family issues and giving me very specific details. This was a lot to unpack and it happened very quickly. #UTCommtheory
I grew up in a laissez-faire family. I didn't have a lot of rules, and we talked on a need to know basis mostly. For example, I never had a curfew, and I would just keep my parents posted based on importance of events. Most things were figured out by context rather than talked about. #UTCommtheory
September 25, 2025 at 3:54 AM
I grew up in a laissez-faire family. I didn't have a lot of rules, and we talked on a need to know basis mostly. For example, I never had a curfew, and I would just keep my parents posted based on importance of events. Most things were figured out by context rather than talked about. #UTCommtheory
My sister and I call each other each night to catch up. For the past two nights, I haven't picked up her calls like she expected me to. She texted me asking why I didn't answer and what I was doing. This shows how much she values how close we are, and she cares about what I am up to. #UTcommtheory
September 19, 2025 at 2:14 AM
My sister and I call each other each night to catch up. For the past two nights, I haven't picked up her calls like she expected me to. She texted me asking why I didn't answer and what I was doing. This shows how much she values how close we are, and she cares about what I am up to. #UTcommtheory
On Monday of this week, I was tired and wanted to skip class and stay at home, which was the "I", but it is a small class with only three of us in it and everyone would know I wasn't there, so I sucked it up and went because I didn't want others to think less of me, which was the "me". #UTCommtheory
September 17, 2025 at 1:37 AM
On Monday of this week, I was tired and wanted to skip class and stay at home, which was the "I", but it is a small class with only three of us in it and everyone would know I wasn't there, so I sucked it up and went because I didn't want others to think less of me, which was the "me". #UTCommtheory
I think the semiotic tradition is my favorite. I like that one of the main focuses of the tradition is that meaning resides in people rather than words. I think that context and intention are very important, which is conveyed by people. I also think culture holds a big part in this. #UtCommtheory
September 12, 2025 at 1:02 AM
I think the semiotic tradition is my favorite. I like that one of the main focuses of the tradition is that meaning resides in people rather than words. I think that context and intention are very important, which is conveyed by people. I also think culture holds a big part in this. #UtCommtheory
Personal constructs are mental notes we make of things that describe people or situations, based on what we already know or perceive. We don't look further into things because we tend to rely on the notes we have already made, which are the personal constructs.
September 11, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Personal constructs are mental notes we make of things that describe people or situations, based on what we already know or perceive. We don't look further into things because we tend to rely on the notes we have already made, which are the personal constructs.
I think a community of agreement is the most important criteria for a theory. Having people interact with the theory, whether agreeing or disagreeing, is important. It shows people are engaging with it and understanding the ideas behind it, and gains more publicity for it. #UTCommtheory
September 10, 2025 at 11:46 PM
I think a community of agreement is the most important criteria for a theory. Having people interact with the theory, whether agreeing or disagreeing, is important. It shows people are engaging with it and understanding the ideas behind it, and gains more publicity for it. #UTCommtheory