Feminist Perspectives on ‘marriage’, ‘family’ and ‘parenting’

Undergraduate

Feminist analysis of familial relationships. Exploration of the gendered, raced and colonial roots of discourses about the ‘traditional family’ and their uses in nationalist politics and alternative forms of intimacy and parenting. Draws on scholarly, artistic, activist, and historical sources. Course Format: Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Students must have a minimum of 4.0 overall credits. Cross-Listing(s): CHYS 2Q90 and WGST 2Q90 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.