Beauty, Bodies and Cultures

Undergraduate

Intersectional examination of the social constructions of beauty and the regulation of bodies in historical and contemporary periods, as well as in national and global contexts. Topics may include fashion, fitness and cosmetic industries, eating disorders, representations of racialized others, plastic surgery and genital surgeries. Course Format: Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Students must have a minimum of 4.0 overall credits. Cross-Listing(s): SOCI 2P93 and WGST 2P93 Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Exclusions: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade obtained in WGST (SOCI) 3P03.