PHI 352 - Philosophy of Feminism (1)

Exploration of philosophical theories on the nature of women, feminist critiques of Western philosophy, and current issues in feminist ethics, global and multicultural feminism, and feminist epistemology with application to social debates such as sex-based work, body image, power relations and gender equity. Starting with the history of ideas on women, critical investigation into how differences in sex, gender, and position developed, shifted and were constructed, deconstructed and reconstructed. Real world examples of social, political, economic, and personal issues will offer the framework for our philosophical discourse. This course also counts towards the GSS major. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. Alternate years.
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