AS 2410 - Changing Images of Men & Women

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

American Studies

Description:

Are men and women the same species? How come we can't understand each other? In many ways men and women's lives have become more similar. Why then do we refer to a gender gap and sex war? the course will focus on stereotypes of masculinity and femininity in film, TV, popular magazines, best sellers and advertising. We will explore male/female relations from an historical, cultural and sociological perspective, and discuss the challenge facing men and women today. Prerequisite: ECI placement

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.