WGSS 335 - Feminist Theory

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Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

This course begins by examining the 19th and early 20th century historical context out of which contemporary feminist theory emerged. We then turn to the 1960s and the emergence of the "Second Wave" of Feminism. We focus on some of the major theories that developed during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s and the conflicts and internal problems these theories generated. We then examine some of the ways these problems were resolved in feminist theory of the 1990s. The last part of the course focuses on topics of concern to contemporary feminists-such as the family, sexuality and globalism-and the contributions feminist theory brings to these topics. Open to graduate students by enrolling in WGSS 500; contact the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies office for details.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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