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Women's and Gender Studies
Description: This course will provide an introduction to queer theory and activism. Studies include social and historical construction of gender and sexuality, politics of coming out, transgender theory, mainstream LGBT movement, historical trauma and violence, HIV/AIDS, connections between sexuality, race, ethnicity, class, ability, national citizenship, role of allies and social change. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Summer 2025
Requirement Designation: Social and Political Worlds + US Ethnic
Liberal Studies Essential Skills: Critical Thinking
Women's and Gender Studies
Term : Summer 2016
Catalog Year : 2015-2016
WGS 250 - Introduction To Queer Studies
Description: This course will provide an introduction to queer theory and activism. Studies include social and historical construction of gender and sexuality, politics of coming out, transgender theory, mainstream LGBT movement, historical trauma and violence, HIV/AIDS, connections between sexuality, race, ethnicity, class, ability, national citizenship, role of allies and social change. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Summer 2025
Requirement Designation: Social and Political Worlds + US Ethnic
Liberal Studies Essential Skills: Critical Thinking