RTF 365 Race, Class and Media-W

Unique No. 07495

Faculty: Rodríguez

Class Time: TTH 8-9:30

Room: CMA 3.124

Writing Comp: Yes

Comm/Culture Req: Yes

Closing Limit: 29

Cross-listed: LAS 322, MAS 374

Prerequisites

Must be an RTF major with a UT GPA of at least a 2.25 and have upper division standing. The following coursework with a grade of at least C in each course: RTF 305 and 9 additional hours of lower-division coursework in RTF. For others, upper-division standing and consent of the instructor.

Consent requirements

This course does not require consent. Registration is open via the online registration system to all RTF majors.

First class day policy

Students must attend the first class day or make prior arrangements with the instructor.

Course description

The class will examine the role of race and class in the production of audiences and media content in various media industries: radio, television, and film as well as newspaper, magazine, books, and internet. For example, we will look at media produced by and for people of color in the U.S.