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The Single Dimensional Deviant: The Socialization We Receive Concerning Disabled Bodies, Coral Sky
The Single Dimensional Deviant: The Socialization We Receive Concerning Disabled Bodies, Coral Sky
Sociology Student Work Collection
The socialization process cultivates an environment where individuals can assimilate to the upheld societal beliefs and norms. When we look at this socialization process through the lens of disability, we will find a multifaceted set of beliefs that predict the treatment those with disabilities receive and the perpetuated perceptions concerning the disabled community. The media plays a sizeable role in shaping the beliefs, norms, and attitudes that wider society adheres to. Through critically analyzing the media consumed, it becomes intelligible that there is an inextricable link between disability and disadvantageous stereotypes. For instance, the films "Me Before You," directed by …
Trans Women In Sports, Marissah Banuelos
Trans Women In Sports, Marissah Banuelos
Sociology Student Work Collection
Americans are split on the idea of Trans Women participating in sports that align with their gender identity. These perspectives and exposure in the media has driven policies in organizations and new laws. It is important to get a fuller scope of what is being said and what can be done to combat the negative consequences.
Representations Of Virginity In The Media, Dakota Murray
Representations Of Virginity In The Media, Dakota Murray
Sociology Student Work Collection
This presentation focuses on representations of Virginity in media. Specifically, it uses the three virginity scripts presented within Kelly's Virginity Loss Narratives in ‘‘Teen Drama’’ Television Programs. This includes virginity as a gift, virginity as a rite of passage, and virginity as a stigma. This is supported with the inclusion of various prominent movie and television examples.
Hyper-Sexualization Of Black Women In The Media, Annalycia D. Matthews
Hyper-Sexualization Of Black Women In The Media, Annalycia D. Matthews
Sociology Student Work Collection
This project tackles the harsh and uncomfortable realities of what it is like to be a Black woman in the media. It examines the hyper-sexualization that occurs specifically with Black women in industries such as music, television, literature, and more.
Recognizing The Real, Brooke Searight
Recognizing The Real, Brooke Searight
Sociology Student Work Collection
This considers the media's role in current social issues from a feminist perspective, including representations of femininity, masculinity, dieting, body image and contemporary topics.