Killer Curiosity: The Allure of True Crime
Register for our online lecture about the rise of the true crime genre.
Whitney Phillips, assistant professor of information politics and ethics, joins the UOAA for our latest online faculty lecture about the ethical complexities and ever-growing popularity of the true crime genre.
Drawing from her background in media ethics, Phillips will unpack why we’re drawn to violent real-life stories, how representation in true crime shapes public perception, and what it means for us to consume these narratives.
Kick off the spooky season with this thought-provoking dive into the gruesome side of human curiosity.
Registration
This event is free, but registration via Zoom is required.
Attendees will receive a reminder email about the event directly from Zoom.
We encourage attendees to submit questions when registering for this discussion to ensure a more personalized and engaging experience.
Meet Our Speaker
Whitney Phillips, UO Professor of Information Politics and Ethics
Whitney Phillips is an assistant professor of information politics and ethics at the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism and Communication. Her interdisciplinary research explores the ethics of information: how it impacts elections, public discourse, relationships, and individual wellbeing. She teaches courses on media ethics, monster narratives, and elections. She is the author of several books, including Share Better and Stress Less: A Guide to Thinking Ecologically about Social Media and The Shadow Gospel. Phillips is also a core faculty member in the Folklore Program and a frequent contributor to national media conversations on digital culture and misinformation.
Questions?
Email Shannon Rose-Peterson or call the UO Alumni Association at 800-245-ALUM.
This event is open to all UO alumni, UOAA members, faculty, staff, students, families, and their guests.
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