COMM 41003 — Communicating Body Image
This course examines the hidden assumptions about body image as it relates to the intersections of race, class, gender, and other major identity markers. This course is designed a) to facilitate the acquisition of systematic knowledge by applying theories to critically analyze media images and messages, b) to stimulate student interest in feminist media studies as an academic discipline, and c) to promote body neutrality of self and diverse others in a media-saturated society. Prerequisite: COMM 28103 . (Typically offered: Fall) This course is cross-listed with AAST 41003 .
Prerequisites: COMM 28103