Examination of how film, social, and mainstream media influence public perception, policy, and medical decision-making related to key topics in oncology including screening, treatment, survivorship, and access in cancer care. Through discussion of real-life examples with guest speakers from the medical field, students will develop an understanding of cancer science while critically evaluating how pop culture representations align with medical reality. Class preparation and participation and a final project required. By the end of the seminar, students will have a deeper understanding of the juxtaposition of cancer as a heterogeneous medical condition and a powerful cultural phenomenon.
3 units · Letter or Credit/No Credit
Examination of how film, social, and mainstream media influence public perception, policy, and medical decision-making related to key topics in oncology including screening, treatment, survivorship, and access in cancer care. Through discussion of real-life examples with guest speakers from the medical field, students will develop an understanding of cancer science while critically evaluating how pop culture representations align with medical reality. Class preparation and participation and a final project required. By the end of the seminar, students will have a deeper understanding of the juxtaposition of cancer as a heterogeneous medical condition and a powerful cultural phenomenon.
Offered in Autumn 2025 at Stanford University.