PSC 266 - Women and Politics

Course Units: 1.0

The political, social, and economic circumstances of women in the U.S. Topics include history of women’s rights, the gendering of politics, women as political actors (voters, candidates, and government officials), and politically relevant differences across gender identities. Issues include gender equality (in the workplace, education and athletics), reproductive rights, and violence against women, among others. Special attention to the intersection of gender with other identities. Prerequisite(s): PSC 111 or SOC 100 or sophomore standing CQ: JSPE ISP: AMS, GSWS