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This thesis studies the self-presentation and evaluations of others of college students who use Instagram, and examines how the frequency of Instagram use and the uses of Instagram make a difference. With respect to methods, semi-structured interviews were conducted with eight college students?divided evenly by gender?in order to get into the personal inner lives of Instagram users. The main questions revolve around Instagram usage patterns, self-expression, awareness of roles in society, and the concept of “acting”. Results from the interviews indicate variations in self-presentation and identity recognition between male and female users. Some males claim not to engage in acting” |