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An in-depth examination of the major theoretical statements of contemporary feminism. Writings have been selected for their philosophical importance as well as their mass appeal. The course analyzes the logical and ethical frameworks underlying the liberal and radical models of feminist ideology and examines the major criticisms confronting each. Feminist antecedents in the history of philosophy are discussed and their influences on contemporary feminism are assessed. Readings from the works of Plato, Mill, Friedan, Millett, Brownmiller, Firestone, Tong, Hoff-Sommers, Farrell, MacKinnon, Gilligan and Paglia. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits. Applicable to Women's Studies minor.
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Reexamines the traditional disciplines and seeks to provide new information by putting women at the center of analysis. Women's different ideas, perspectives, experiences, needs and interests are incorporated into an interdisciplinary study of society and culture. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits. Offered each fall.
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Examines the impact of religion on woman with a view to understanding what the long history of religious thought has done to her self-identity, her development, her “place” in secular and religious society. The course aims to discover whether there is a liberating message in the religious tradition to enrich the women’s movement. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits. Applicable to Women’s Studies minor.
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In this course the student will investigate selected passages from the Bible that affect or pertain to women. The student will study these texts and traditions from the viewpoint of feminist biblical scholarship. The study will include an introduction to the methodology of feminist hermeneutics, theological traditions about women, as well as a careful study of chosen narratives, speeches, dialogues and prayers about or by women in the Bible. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits. Applicable to Women’s Studies minor.
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A comprehensive, chronological survey of the literary tradition regarding women from the Middle Ages to the present. The first semester generally explores the British tradition. Emphasis on the relationship of women to society, women writers and the developing tradition of feminist literary criticism. Either course may be taken. Applicable to Women’s Studies minor. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits.
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A comprehensive, chronological survey of the literary tradition regarding women from the Middle Ages to the present. The second semester generally explores the American tradition. Emphasis on the relationship of women to society, women writers and the developing tradition of feminist literary criticism. Either course may be taken. Applicable to Women’s Studies minor. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits.
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This course will examine the historical, social, cultural, and political contexts of visual narratives that address gender and sexuality. We will explore the ways in which films are created. We will also consider how the film industry has excluded or included women, and issues of gender and sexuality. This course explores the ways in which the film industry has dealt with women, either as subjects, artists, consumers, or critics of film.
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The role of women in the criminal justice system. The course will cover women in areas of victim, offender and career roles in the system itself. An analysis of the changing roles of women, new legal and cultural perspectives and contemporary gender issues will be examined. 3 credits.
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Impact of innate and socialized sex differences on self-image, self-esteem, achievement, the family; sex-role stereotyping effects and cross cultural comparisons. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits. Applicable to Women's Studies minor. Offered fall semester.
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A study of women in American society from colonial times to the present, with emphasis on movements and individuals who furthered women's political, economic, social and intellectual emancipation. 3 hours lecture, one semester; 3 credits. Applicable to Women's Studies minor.
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