Technological devices are created in order to make things easier. These devices can be used for many different things such as communication, education, transportation, etc. Growing up in the technological era has had a huge impact on our generation. There are many things that I need to do using technology that my parents had grown up learning to do without…. Read more »
Race is defined so simply as the grouping of individuals based on their physical traits. However, when most people think of the word “race” they think of racial oppression in society. I definitely agree with the statement that racism is taught. Whether one is aware of it or not, everyone has an implicit bias. Institutions surround and control us, and… Read more »
In the past, the media did not represent people in the LGBTQ+ community and instead heavily promoted gender norms and stereotypes. However, in more recent years, people have come out and expressed their true selves. This new expression has driven the media to portray queer individuals in films, shows, videos, etc., challenging these gender norms. Today, some of the most… Read more »
It is clear that in the past the media’s portrayal of men has been extremely different compared to the portrayal of women. Men have been portrayed in their leading roles as strong and heroic figures. On the contrary, women in Hollywood cinema were first only used as sexual objects. This drastic difference has promoted sexist representations of women as well… Read more »
Identity is heavily affected by the media. Our generation has grown up surrounded by technology and it has shaped us into the people we are today. Social media influencers have taught us what is “trendy” or “aesthetic” and therefore we feel the need to change ourselves in order to fit that standard. If someone’s favorite celebrity is wearing a jacket,… Read more »
It is clear that the media has evolved over the course of the last several decades. Our parents’ and grandparents’ view of the media is quite different from our generation’s view. The prime example of “new media” today is social media. Information is shared through networks such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, Twitter, and many more. This information can consist… Read more »
Hey! I’m Marielle Dibbini and I’m from Bronxville, a small town in Westchester, New York. There are five members in my family, me, my mom and dad, and then my two older sisters. I also have a dog named Lucy who is an English Springer Spaniel. I’m not sure what I want to major in yet but I am really… Read more »