In recent times, queer media has continuously challenged traditional gender and relationship “norms” by giving more opportunities to underrepresented identities. This typically includes the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout the years, I have begun to see an increase in the amount of characters featured on shows that are either gay or exploring any another identity. For example, the hit sitcom Modern Family… Read more »
Queer is a term that many people in the LGBTQ community identity as. It can have different meanings for each person. The term “queer” used to actually be a way for straight people to degrade people in the LGBTQ community. However, people within the community were able to reclaim that word. Queerness in media is portrayed in a variety of… Read more »
What’s Due Next? Tuesday (today) Reading: Queer Thursday: Response post to “Queer” keyword Next: Sunday, September 19: Watch I Am Not Your Negro, prepare to discuss through lenses on September 21: Identity New Media Feminism Gender Queer Race Intersectionality Tuesday, September 21: Reply comments to Queer posts Wednesday, September 22: Attend Çudamani performance; look for tickets by email this week from the… Read more »