Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025Class Size32–76 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · IGETC Area 4D · CSU GE Area D0 · CSU GE Area D4DescriptionThis course offers a sociological analysis of the social construction of gender, masculinity, and femininity historically and cross-culturally. Students will examine the debates on sex and gender and analyze the impact of economic and political change on gender expectations and practices. Coursework will focus on how people “do” and practice gender, specifically by using a macro analysis of how institutions shape gender and a micro analysis of how individuals are socialized. (C-ID SOCI140)Usually HeldTue Thu 9:45am–11:00am