Final Class Post

After completing the final class project, I have learned much about women in advertisements. Indeed, it was very interesting learning and finding out so much about such topic. I enjoyed it much and never ever thought about women images prior to the course. This course has taught me so much and the project has really made me take notice to advertisements that consists of women. Indeed, I have already caught myself pointing out messages that conveys in ads. Today, I came across a very interesting ad in last month's issue of Cosmo Girl that portrayed a teen girl who was dressed up in business attire with a briefcase which gave off the message of the "educated girl" the ad was for Summer SAT preparation and generally portrayed college and valued education. Without a doubt, if it wasn't for the course and especially the final project I would have surely ever noticed such thing. Again, I'm more than happy to what I have learned in the course and I'm sure my awareness to gender issue will stick to me forever.

Response to Johanna, Week 6.5

I agree Johanna! Things are changing so fast. I also always have said I wanted children as well at least 2-3. However, at the rate society is changing my mind is changing at the thought of having one child. Though I know I have time because I'm only 21years old, I'm not too sure if I want to have any, especially anytime soon. I definitely know exactly what your talking about when you mentioned video games, Grand Theft Auto, which is certainly a bad influence for kids who are exposed to such game, teenagers and even adults. With things going at the rate they are I'm not quite sure if its safe to have kids nowadays! Great Post Jo! :)

Response to Dori, week 6.5

Its so interesting that you bought up such topic! Indeed, it does make you think whether men lack such trait in caregiving. Not to say that men can take care of children 100% . Yet this type of epidemic is very odd that it occurs with men more than it does with women. Certainly it may be quite possible that men lack such nurturing trait!!

Class Business Post, week 6

After reading this week's assigned reading, the Epilogue: Looking Backward, Looking Forward, I have realized how much this course changed my perspective on many thing related to gender. The course also gave be a different outlook on my role as a woman in today's society. Indeed, it has made me appreciate who I am. Before the course, I never realized how many issues surround "gender" nor how many various situations have occurred due to gender. Indeed I plan on enlightening others. Gender discrimination should not occur. I have gained lots of motivation from the Epilogue to teach others what I have learned the past 5 weeks. Indeed, "the future is open" p. 313. I plan to make all my personal,social, and professional life choices contribute to defining gender in the years ahead and to the ways our society deals with the range of people it comprises. It has been pleasure to learn so much and actually walk away ready to take a voice!

Response to Anjum, week 6

I certainly agree Anjum! Respect should play a huge role when it comes to others feelings. There is no reason why someone should be judged and looked at differently due to their personal prefrerence. Indeed, this is a major issue facing society today. I believe that it causes violence and unnecessary crimes. It is up to everyone to be respectful of others. Therfore individuals should treat others like they would want to be treated and not only "talk the talk but walk the walk" p. 315.

Response to Daphne, week 6

Very interesting post! Indeed it really gets me to wonder differently as well. Today's society is alot different from how things were structured 50 years ago. Many "roles" are being reversed. There is absolutely nothing wrong if a man takes on the responsibilities of staying at home. Its all a matter of what is best for a family. Instead of the so-called "typical" housewife it is certainly possible for there to be a "househusband". The text states it best, that all social views can be changed p. 314.

Response to Professor M., Week 6

This is very interesting Professor! I am very familiar with Nick Jr. since I have a nephew who enjoys watching it all the time. Indeed, I think these shows tell a message to kids. While my nephew is a huge fan of Blues Clues I can instantly see he relates to it much more closer than other shows on Nick Jr. such as "Dora." I simply think because Steve, the main character is male further attracts my nephew simply because he can relate more to a boy. Though my nephew is only 2yrs old I always wonder why he isn't as interested in Dora as he is in Blues Clues or perhaps Diego. Without a doubt, I simply think its due to gender. Moreover, very few cartoons nowadays focus on gender development. Indeed, I think it would be great for more cartoons to incorporate it in its script.