Celebrating Belonging Blog – The Pervasiveness of Sizeism
Known as sizeism, fatphobia, fat shaming, or weight stigma, this pervasive form of bias involves discriminating against people because of their body size. According to psychologist Rebecca Puhl, PhD, “Sizeism is one of the most deeply entrenched stigmas in today’s society, partly because of sociocultural ideals tying thinness to core American values such as hard work and individualism.”1 Because this form of bias is often directed towards women and others with marginalized identities, including people of color and those in the LGBTQ+ community, sizeism is an intersectional issue.
CCS Alum Elena Esposito Wins The Stanislav Libenský Award 2023 Special Prize
CCS Chair of Entertainment Arts Weighs in on the Popularity of E-Sports on WWJ Podcast
The Daily J podcast recently talked to local institutions about the popularity of E-Sports. CCS Chair of Entertainment Arts, weighed in on the popularity of E-sports and careers in the gaming field.
CCS and Wright Museum Partner for d.Tree Studio Exhibition
College for Creative Studies (CCS) and The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History are pleased to announce an exhibition showcasing their partnership for d.Tree Studio, a collaboration bringing together creative inquiry, craft, sustainability, community...
CCS Introduces Reenvisioned Studio Art & Craft Program
In an effort to provide a more versatile student experience and continue the College’s tradition of relentless creativity and making, the College for Creative Studies (CCS) is introducing Studio Art and Craft. The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to...
CCS Student Animation Wins Animation Block Party Competition
CCS Faculty Tom Carbone Talks to the SPY Team About the Best Leather Bags for Men
CCS Product Design Student Works to Help Replace Spires on 181 Year-Old Church in Detroit
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