LGBTQ Iss in National Security

3 Credits · Level: Graduate

This course seeks to give students an understanding of the past, present, and future of LGBTQIA+ Americans and national security. The course will explore the following issues in detail: 1. History of LGBTQIA+ Americans and national security 2. An overview of national security policymaking and oversight towards civil servants, foreign service officers, members of the intelligence community, and servicemembers by the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ individuals. 3. Contemporary issues facing the LGBTQIA+ community within national security. 4. Differing demands of citizens and the national security state regarding equality and readiness. Familiarity with LGBTQIA+ History and Queer Theory is preferred but not required.