Women, Culture and Society

Catalog description

This survey course offers an interdisciplinary exploration of the role that gender has played in history and culture and continues to play in the experiences of women and men. It considers the impact of gender, race/ethnicity, class and sexuality in examining topics such as health, violence, family, work, science, art, politics and spirituality. Using primary texts from a variety of sources, the course introduces students to a range of women's studies topics that will interest and challenge both women and men. Required of all Women's Studies minors. Fulfills Core requirement(s): DIV, IDS.