WS 324 - Philosophy and Feminism

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William Paterson University of New Jersey

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Description:

This course is an overview of some of the issues and work done in feminist philosophy. It introduces students to philosophical perspectives on sex and gender and the historical and contemporary debates regarding their significance for ideas of selfhood, ethics, and political theory. Readings from liberal, socialist, radical, psychoanalytic, and postmodern feminist theory are discussed, as well as issues such as race, class, power, sex, and sexual identity. (Also listed as PHIL 324)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wpunj.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 720-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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