College - Author 1
College of Liberal Arts
Department - Author 1
Communication Studies Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BA in Communication Studies
Date
5-2024
Primary Advisor
Leslie Rose Nelson, College of Liberal Arts, Communication Studies Department
Abstract/Summary
Utilizing the Symbolic Interactionism Theory (Gusfield, 2011), this study explored the relationship between political orientation and one’s engagement with and perception of art forms. The study utilized qualitative methods analysis to analyze similarities between participant responses. Findings from participants revealed the following themes: engagement with history leading to a more profound understanding of art, art causing real-life inspiration, and engagement with art leads to the formation of sub-cultures. Additionally, interviews revealed that people choose not to engage with certain art based on political orientation, people who consider themselves to be “spiritual” engaged with art differently, and many people’s perception of the biggest issue in the United States is polarization of politics. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed, as well as limitations and directions for future research.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/comssp/266
Included in
Critical and Cultural Studies Commons, Social Influence and Political Communication Commons