GSS 15 - INTRODUCTION TO QUEER STUDIES

    Recent Professors
    M. Womack
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4D · CSU GE Area D4
    Description
    Examines how and why certain expressions of sexuality and gender identity are viewed as "normal" while others are defined as "deviant." Explores how politics, cultural practices, social institutions, science, and religion have created and maintain queerphobia. Analyzes how race, class, nationality, and ability intersect with gender and sexuality to construct a person's identity and life experiences. Explores queer activism.