SOC 257 - Sex and Gender in Society

3 Credit(s)

An examination of sex/gender systems in historical, cross-cultural, and contemporary societies. Identity politicss and the interconnections between gender, race, class, ethnicity, and sexual orientation are core segments of this course. Feminist, socialist, liberal, and conservative thought on sex/gender issues are examined. Readings include classic early writings from the contemporary women’s movement and more recent gender analyses.
This course fulfills the requirements for the GWS major and minor.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 105 or GWS 101.

Formerly: (FORMERLY SOC 317)