Interdisciplinary 306 - Cultural Construction of Sexuality

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Allegheny College

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Description:

An introduction to the cultural construction of sexuality. Assuming that culture is one of the lenses through which we view the world, this class provides a basic understanding of interdisciplinary cultural theories that focus on how sexuality, gender and identity are constructed in scientific texts, the media, and other social texts. We will pay particular attention to the construction of a variety of sexual identities: heterosexual, gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer. Prerequisite: LS 206 or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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