Beyond Anthropocentrism

3-6 credits

Focuses on a specific aspect of the representation of animals in contemporary culture, such as intersections of species difference with gender/race, or representation of a particular species/genus. It combines detailed cultural analysis with theoretical and philosophical reflection on the relationship between the categories human and animal. Prerequisite: One of ENGL 109, ENGL 112, ENGL 114, ENGL 150, ENGL 151, ENGL 153, ENGL 154, ENGL 155, ENGL 156. and third-year standing.