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Alison M. Mandaville
WOMEN 200
Seattle Campus
Feminist analysis of the construction and enforcement of gender differences and gender inequalities in various contexts. Emphasis on the intersection of race, class, sexuality, and nationality in the lives of women. Topics include feminist theory, motherhood, popular culture, sexual autonomy, racism, and activism in the United States, Asia, Latin America. Offered: AWSpS.
Class description
Welcome to Women’s Studies! This course provides an introductory survey of the interdisciplinary field of women studies. In this field we center the study of women’s lives and examine how social, cultural, and political constructions of power and privilege intersect to shape those lives. Though much of this course will consider women in the United States, we will also begin to look at women in the global context. In addition to learning about the historical and contemporary lives of women, we will explore the theories and practices employed by feminist scholars across the disciplines. A particular focus this term will be on women’s expression. Reading and watching a wide variety of texts, we will pay close attention to the places, contexts, and forms in which women theorize and communicate their experiences and ideas. And, as you read, think, talk, and write about the subjects of this course, I hope you will begin to pay attention to where, when, and how you choose or feel able to participate in conversations, written and spoken, that center women’s lives.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lecture, Film, Guest Speakers, Discussion
Recommended preparation
Participate fully in all lectures and discussions.
Class assignments and grading
Readings, written responses, essays, service learning or research, participation, final exam.
See above.
