Investigate key issues and theoretical approaches in the study of gender and media, with a particular focus on the ways in which popular media texts construct and communicate gender and sexuality. Using theories from media studies, cultural studies, queer studies, and gender studies, this course explores processes and practices of gender in media representations, media production and media consumption. Through readings, class discussions, presentations, and projects, students gain insight into the ways in which gender and its intersections with sexuality, race, ethnicity, class, ability, age, and many other dynamics significantly impacts our cultural formations and media experience. NOTE: Credit cannot be counted for both MAAC 3055 and GWS 3055.