FS 005 PZ -Virtual You

Institution: Pitzer

Description: Over the past half century, technologocial advancements have reshaped the way we spread and consume information. The rise of social media websites has allowed us to create a “virtual persona” in which to connect and interact with the world in ways once thought impossible. From sharing our ideas and beliefs with others, to finding romantic partners, to having “face-to-face” conversations with our family members around the world, these technologies have reshaped our lives in both beneficial and detrimental ways. In this course, we will examine the benefits, as well as the detriments, our new “virtual selves” play on our real selves. (Instrucor: Darin Brown)

Prerequisite(s): None

First-Year seminars are not listed on the course schedule. Incoming students will be assigned to a first-year seminar and registered automatically.