WGST 363 - Gender in America

Institution:

Case Western Reserve University

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Description:

Gender is the term used to describe the social characteristics attributed to the different sexes by the larger contextual society. This social and cultural history seminar allows students to explore various constructions of masculine and feminine identity in America between the late 18th century and the end of the 20th century. This is a multicultural course using a mixture of historical texts, gender theory, and personal biography to explore changing notions of gender (and with it sexuality, race, and religion) over time in the United States. Offered as HSTY 363, HSTY 463 and WGST 363.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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