FYS 1064 - Monsters, Freaks and Outcasts

Hours: 3
Common preconceptions about science and scientists are ingrained within us; from Frankenstein to Dexter’s Laboratory we are presented with very specific ideas about who a scientist is. Exploring our expectations of what a scientist is, their identity, behavior, and motivations. Answering questions such as: Are there really mad scientists? What are women in science really like? Why do we think of Albert Einstein when asked to picture a famous scientist? Examining common archetypes in books, television, and movies and compare these to real life examples. The changing identity of scientists through history, efforts to introduce diversity into STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields, and examples of minorities (race and gender) in science. Learning the true identity of scientists through “big picture” discussions, including specific scientists and their contributions to science. The impact of our perceptions and preconceived notions at the individual level to the global scale.

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FYS 1064 - Monsters, Freaks and Outcasts