Mar 28, 2024  
University Catalog 2020-2021 
    
University Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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DGHU 3040 - Digital Narratives of Resistance and Black Joy

Media representations of black people and black culture are often distorted and overwhelmingly negative. This course examines the ways in which black people experience joy to resist, challenge and in some ways, protest the negative stereotypes and perceptions of black culture. Students will survey Africana (African & African Diaspora) artistic traditions including: visual culture, dance, film, music and comedy to understand the diverse ways in which “joy” is experienced and communicated. Using digital tools, students will create a podcast documenting the narratives of joy as resistance. Students will proffer counter narratives to advocate for intersectional equity in black representation which celebrates the fullness of black identity, and celebrates black experiences across race, gender identity, class and ability. As our final project, we will produce a live show, exploring how multimedia elements can complement audio storytelling, and how the presence of audience can inform the creation of compelling narrative. (3)



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