We created this digital archive to illustrate how the topic of genetics and sexuality fits into larger social structures. Inspired by our class discussion with bio-artist Sister Sylvester on science and society, we explored how science is influenced by society and vice versa. Additionally, Dr. Reiko Yamada also helped us to explore creative, interdisciplinary ways to communicate science.
You will find "sexuality" framed for Peer Scientists, Non-Scientist Adults, and 3rd Graders.
We, Jia Mei ('21) and Carissa Sherman ('21), are senior Molecular Biology majors at Colorado College. We have gathered materials from a variety of sources, and we reflect on their relationships with one another in order to communicate our topic of genetics and sexuality to a variety of audiences.
Thank you for your time, and have fun!
Collections:
3rd Graders
This collection is intended for young audiences, specifically 3rd graders. Items in this collection include children's storybooks, cartoons, coloring…
Non-Scientist Adults
This collection is intended for non-scientist adults who may have limited scientific knowledge, especially in genetics. Items in this collection…
Peer Scientists (CC MB majors)
This collection is intended for peer scientists who have a working knowledge in biology. Items in this collection include interviews, scientific…
Special Thanks To...
Dr. Sara Hanson for designing a great senior capstone block that challenged our thinking of what science means in a larger social context. Thank you for the continuous mentorship and support you have given us during the process of our presentations, archives, proposals, and many more.
Jessica Hunter-Larsen for inspiring us to think creatively about science communication through our story board exercise on Zoom.
Dr. Reiko Yamada for showing us the power of interdisciplinary ways of communicating science through the memorable screenplay exercise on Zoom.
Dr. Kathryn Hamilton for introducing us to bioart and inspiring us to consider the relationship between science and society and how they continuously affect one another.
Our peers, despite our senior or final year at CC not being what we expected, the conversations and jokes have been unforgettable.