WGST 110 - Introduction to Women and Gender Studies

(3,0) 3 Credits

This interdisciplinary course introduces students to the study of women and gender. Students will explore the meaning of gender and gender inequality, how gender relates to sexuality, and how gender is constructed and mediated by historical, social, global, and political influences. The course draws on the methodologies of sociology, philosophy, history, psychology, cultural studies, and literary studies. Readings will explore the impact of gender on women and men and its relationship to race, ethnicity, class, sexual orientation, and religion.

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