SOC 301 - Sociology of Gender

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Comparative study of sex roles in selected societies with an emphasis on contemporary Canada; sex-specific role behaviours and theories regarding their origin; recent sociological research on the social effects of sex roles. Prerequisite: SOC 100 or consent of instructor.

WGS 101 - Representations of Girls and Women

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 2-1S-0)

An exploration of the impact that cultural representations of gender have on the political, economic, and social lives of girls and women throughout the world.

WGS 390 - Environmental Feminisms and Social Justice

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Addresses issues of environmental racism, sexism, and ableism, feminist approaches to environmental ethics, and social justice responses to climate change. Prerequisite: Any 100 or 200 level WGS or W ST course, or consent of department.

WGS 298 - Critical Issues

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course offers an introduction to select issues in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. A variable content course, which may be repeated if topics vary.