Just Sex?

Catalog description

What does justice have to do with sex? We tend to think about sex and sexuality as private affairs. Yet, they enter into the public realm regularly in public policy, education, and health care. Moreover, intimate relationships without justice can do a great deal of harm. This class examines the relationship between justice, sex, and sexuality. Students will gain an introduction to Christian sexual ethics and gender theory. Some of the questions we will explore are: What does justice look like in a partnered relationship? What does the bible say really about sex? What does a healthy masculinity look like? Why does our culture struggle to believe women, especially in the context of sexual violence? All participants in the course are responsible for maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment.