HUMN 55Technologies of Representation
Explores the technologies that variously delight, extend, and command our imagination. Students explore the social and political problems they can create or amplify and collaborate on creative responses. In this iteration, the focus is on technologies for visual representation. Examines cameras, drones, apps, algorithms and other technologies that allow people to make and share images, and asks how these technologies shape how and what we see, as well as what they keep hidden and obscure. Also investigates how power operates in the making, circulation, and consumption of pre- and post-internet visual culture.
- This is a hybrid course. While class will primarily be held in person, a selection of our scheduled sessions will be held online or replaced with asynchronous activities. Students taking this course cannot have time conflicts with the Tuesday and Thursday sessions and must be able to attend those sessions in person. Full details will be provided in the syllabus.
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When it runs
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 3:20pm–4:55pm | J Baskin Engr 372 | K. T. Parry | Open 31/35 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | Earth&Marine B210 | R. G. Winther | Open 26/35 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Parry | 3.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 67% | 6 |
| Rasmus Winther | 4.0 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 47% | 44 |
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