MACS 356

Fall 2025 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Aug 25-Dec 10

Credit: 3 hours.

Examines the notion that the mass media influence our development as gendered individuals, looking at those who argue for and against this notion. Considers different forms of feminist theory applied to the study of mass media, the history and scholarly criticisms of the media and their portrayal of women, and feminist attempts to create alternatives to mainstream media images. Throughout, the course considers representation of minorities in the dominant media and examines newly created alternative representations.

Same as GWS 356.

This course satisfies the General Education Criteria in Fall 2022 for:

Cultural Studies - Western
MACS 356 class schedule data for fall 2025
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
57684
Lecture-Discussion
A
9:30AM -10:50AM
TR
Gregory Hall
Cole, C
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/25/25-12/10/25
Degree Notes:
Cultural Studies - Western course.
Section Info:
Meets with GWS 356 (47811).
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