WOMEN OF ARAB SOCIETIES

Catalog description

This course will consider questions and lead to fruitful discussions about the changing roles and representation of women in contemporary Arab societies. It will highlight the social forces behind Arab women's status in society. It will also enable a better understanding of how Arab women are perceived in local, regional, and global contexts. The course is taught in English, does not presume prior knowledge in Arabic, and is open to all students in any program.