FYW-1326 Cultural Narratives in Reality TV

GER: FYW (First Year Writing Seminar)
This writing seminar investigates the high-stakes world of competition reality shows like RuPaul’s Drag Race, Survivor, Big Brother, and The Bachelor. While often viewed casually as mere entertainment, these programs reflect cultural values, illuminate social problems, and shape public perception in ways that extend far beyond the television screen. Through a combination of critical analysis, research-based writing, and creative projects, students will explore how competition reality shows shape public discourse on social dynamics, power, individualism, identity, and fame. 4 credits