MS 120 PO

Disability Studies, as defined by the Society for Disability Studies, 'sits at the intersection of many overlapping disciplines in the humanities, sciences, and social sciences.' As a discipline, Media Studies offers a rich site for disability analysis and intervention.This course aims to explore disability within and through the study of media objects (film, television, streaming video, and social media) and media theory. Special attention will be paid to the intersection of disability, queerness, and racism. Course will also focus on cognitive disabilities, particularly issues related to mental health, as a way of forging this connection. Letter grade only. Prerequisites: MS 049 PO, MS 050 PO, MS 051 PO, or MS 092 PO.