Memes, Virality, Pop Culture

SEN1335 Memes, Virality, and Popular Culture

(Student Instructor: Kaitlyn Sleyster) Students in this course will explore the internet and its relationship to contemporary pop culture, emphasizing the role of humor. How has the internet influenced our understanding of what is "funny?" What makes something "go viral"? In what ways does the internet replace in-person connection? To answer these and related questions, students will analyze memes, TikToks, Netflix originals, and more. As a conclusion to "Memes, Virality, and Popular Culture," students will reflect on the internet's impact on their own lives in a creative format.

Wednesdays 6:30-9:00pm