Honors Projects

Abstract

The purpose of this project is to uncover assumptions and stereotypes held against college majors through content creation. Is it natural to stereotype and label people? Is it harmful? Most may think that is true, while others may believe that is being judgemental. Can others tell what major a student is by a first glance or a brief conversation? Is it the way they dress, their star sign, or political beliefs? These are all examples of stereotypes I believe could influence an assumption. What kind of thoughts goes into these stereotypes from a sociological perspective? Answers are discovered through a literature review and an analysis of a web series.

Department

Honors Program

Major

Media and Communications

First Advisor

Prof. Jose Cardenas

First Advisor Department

Telecommunication

Second Advisor

Dr. Meredith Gilbertson

Second Advisor Department

Sociology

Third Advisor

Dr. Craig Vickio

Third Advisor Department

Psychology

Publication Date

Spring 4-25-2022

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