SWAG 1770 - Gender and Sexuality in Popular Media

Institution:

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Subject:

Studies in Women and Gender

Description:

Introduction to feminist analyses of popular media in American society. An overview of feminist perspectives on presentations of gender and sexuality in contemporary culture with a focus on the application of feminist theory to particular forms of media. Students will examine how gender and sexuality are portrayed in advertising, print, television and film. Exploration of the role of popular media in the construction, perpetuation and potential transformation of gender and sexual stereotypes in our society.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.virginia.edu/

Phone Number:

(434) 924-0311

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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