English Language and Literature ETDs

Publication Date

Spring 4-14-2022

Abstract

This dissertation uses FCDA to investigate the construction and control of the boundaries of normativity as they relate to the body. Data in the form of comments was collected from three different Instagram accounts run by individuals with non-normative bodies. From the data, I argue that not only are non-normative bodies controlled through the coded language of health, but through racialized dehumanization. Even alleged demonstrations of support are problematized through what is being supported. The Instagram comments left on the accounts of non-normative bodies demonstrates that these bodies are suppressed as a way to maintain normative ideologies.

Degree Name

English

Level of Degree

Doctoral

Department Name

English

First Committee Member (Chair)

Beth Davilia

Second Committee Member

Tiffany Bourelle

Third Committee Member

Kathryn Wichelns

Fourth Committee Member

Myra Washington

Language

English

Document Type

Thesis

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