CREATING CONSCIOUSNESS; WHAT'S THE POINT?

Course Description

It's no secret that the role and value of the artist in a society built on the accumulation of wealth has been put into question. So, what is the point of being an artist/creating art in an era where it is not monetarily appreciated? This class will focus on Literary Theories and philosophies with a historical materialist lens to answer this question and explore the possibilities of what it means to be an artist from a creative perspective. Intended for Humanities majors, the course is open to all with an interest or passion for the arts. Email me at: derekuy@ucsb.edu if you have any questions.

This is a student-led colloquium led by Derek Uy under the supervision of James Donelan.