MASS 180 to 189 A-Z - Special Topics

Semester Hours: 1-4

Current Special Topics

MASS 180R - The Politics and Production of Black American Television

This course examines how the political struggles behind the scenes reveal complex and contradictory politics of gender, race, class, and the possibilities for social justice and collective movement. Course readings will incorporate interviews with prominent executives, producers, and stars as Keenen Ivory Wayans, Quincy Jones, and Queen Latifah as a way into discussions of production/reception practices, and the cultural and historical contexts in which these unique representations emerged.

Pre-requisite: MASS 001  

Crosslisted as: RTVF 180R  

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule.

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