SOCI 3357 Sociology of Gender and Sexuality

The course will examine the way gender differences operate and influence individuals' everyday lives and how gender relations influence and are influenced by social structures and social processes. Areas to be explored may include gender relations in the workplace, gender and body image, gender and identity, and the various ways in which people of different genders are victimized or oppressed on the basis of gender.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Either SOCI 1101, SOCI 2210, or ANTH 2250

Typically Offered

Athens Campus: as needed - Demorest Campus: as needed; summer as needed online

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Discuss gender and sexuality and its roles in contemporary social life.
2. Identify the ways that gender and sexuality intersect with other important areas of social identity and differentiation, such as race, ethnicity, social class, and nationality.
3. Understand diverse theories that address issues of gender and sexuality.
4. Discuss the ways in which gender and sexuality influence social life and social organization within major social institutions such as family, workplaces, schools, religion, politics, and popular culture.