Sociology & Philosophy of Gender

An interdisciplinary course on gender from the perspective of the social sciences, philosophy, and the humanities. Students will evaluate arguments which view gender as a cultural construct or as corresponding to an essential reality. The nature of masculinity and femininity will be explored as well major issues of public policy. Cross-listed with SO 360. Offered every two years. Fulfills interdisciplinary course requirement. Prerequisite: any 100-level Philosophy course or SO 200 or consent of instructor.