HI 2900: Topics in Gender and History

Department
Category
Category II (offered at least every other Year)
Units 1/3

This seminar course examines topics related to gender and history. It seeks to examine gender-related theories and analytical concepts in the context of the historical periods and social movements from which contemporary ideas about gender emerge. Specific themes and topics will vary by section and instructor, and may include: gender and war, cultural history of gender, gender and intersectionality, gender and colonialism/decolonization, issues of sexuality, women’s history, and issues of masculinity, among others. No prior background is required. This course may be repeated for different topics. This course will be offered in 2021-22 and in alternating years thereafter.