AMERICAN STUDIES 310 - The History of Sexual Minorities in America

Institution:

Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Description:

This course traces the historical development of lesbian and gay communities in the United States, with particular emphasis on changing concepts and definitions of lesbian and gay identity, the growth of lesbian and gay social institutions, the development of political organizations devoted to the protection of the civil rights of lesbian and gay Americans, the problem of homophobia, and the political activism generated by the AIDS crisis. The course requires active participation in classroom discussions and a substantial research paper. (Patterson, offered alternate years)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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