Facebook and Social Capital: An Exploratory Study
Posted on Sep 12, 2011 in Featured Articles, Original Journal Articles | 10 comments
Democratic societies are characterized by their efforts to balance choices and bonding mechanisms, both of which are essential to a healthy democracy. Individualism and personal freedom are enhanced by our ability to make choices, whereas bonding mechanisms strengthen the social cohesiveness and stability of society. ((Durkheim, Emile. 1953. Sociology and Philosophy. Translated by D.F. Pocock. Glenco: The Free Press.)) These two elements are in constant tension. As individuals enlarge their sphere of choice, the ties that bind them together are weakened.
by Dr. Brandon C. Waite
Thoughts on the Launch of a Digital Media BFA Program
Posted on Sep 12, 2011 in Original Journal Articles | 3 comments
The development of new technologies have continually changed and challenged our perceptions of cultural contexts and their resulting representation. From Leonardo da Vinci to EAT [Experiments in Art and Technology], artists have utilized the technology and media of the day to explore, process and express their world view.
by Mat Rappaport