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78: Reactionary Fantasies: On “Cancel Culture” and Moral Panic feat. Adrian Daub

Ordinary Unhappiness

CHAPTER

The Imagined Campus: Narrative vs. Reality

This chapter explores the concept of the 'imagined campus,' examining how narratives surrounding higher education often distort reality amidst cancel culture and moral panic. It discusses the influence of popular commentary and media on societal perceptions of college life, and how these fictional representations clash with actual student experiences. The chapter highlights the emotional turmoil faced by families and the ideological battles within academia, emphasizing the complexities of understanding educational environments through oversimplified narratives.

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