STS 390F: Topics in STS-Skin & Ink-The Science, Culture & Business of Tattoos

STS Department University of Michigan-Dearborn

Course Description

Topic Title: Skin & Ink-The Science, Culture & Business of Tattoos- This course is an intersectional study of Tattoos. Tattoos-the impression of a design on skin- have been an indelible part of human history over thousands of years. This hybrid course will explore tattoo anthropology, history, economics, skin and skin tissue, skin as a canvas, skin as parchment, economics, pigments and inks, branding, safety issues and concerns, and promising uses such medical tattoos. This is hybrid course, requires a field trip and online interaction in addition to on-campus lectures and seminars. (OC).

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