POSC 3700 - History of Feminism in Western Society

Institution:

St Catherine University

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Description:

This course traces the development of feminist thought and activism in Western society from the Ancient Greeks to the late 20th century United States. The course explores the social, political, legal and cultural status of women in Western society across time. Special emphasis is placed on the roots of modern feminism as it developed in the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in Western Europe and the United States. National, cultural, racial, ethnic, philosophical, methodological and class differences among feminists are examined as central themes of the course.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.stkate.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 690-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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