with Dr. Theanne Schiros
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How did plastic become so ubiquitous? Could we ever recycle all of it? This class rewinds back to the invention of plastic and the original intent around its function, how it made its way into fashion and how plastic related to colonialism.
Resources:
Books/Literary Texts/Articles
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Companies are placing big bets on plastics recycling. Are the odds in their favor?
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How Plastic Is a Function of Colonialism - Teen Vogue
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https://www.breakfreefromplastic.org
Videos/Podcasts
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