Graduation Term
3-17-2016
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
School of Communication
Committee Chair
Joseph Zompetti
Abstract
This study focuses on the identity and relationships portrayed in the television series, A Different World. Although the popular series ended in 1993, this show continues to resonate with the African-American community. Specifically, Ron, D. Wayne, and Whitley are the primary characters of focus. Ron and D. Wayne maintain a brotherhood, while Whitley and D. Wayne maintain a romantic relationship. Both of these relationships include implicit expectations, illustrate varying levels of reciprocity, and provide identity-shaping communicative feedback.
Recommended Citation
Williams, Natilie, "Hillman College Is a Different World from Where You Come from: a Thematic Analysis of Relationships in a Different World" (2016). Theses and Dissertations. 553.
https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/etd/553
DOI
http://doi.org/10.30707/ETD2016.Williams.N
Page Count
139