This interdisciplinary course will delve into the dynamics of race and class difference in transgendered, lesbian, bisexual and gay movements and examine how historical and cultural differences influence perceptions of sexuality. We will pay particular attention to the politics of sexuality as they are influenced by competing and culturally specific conceptions of normal and perverse sexualities.
Analytic Comments are short analytical summaries of the assigned readings for one class meeting.
They should be printed. Analytical Comments are not meant to be exhaustive . They are intended to demonstrate your understanding of one or two of the more important arguments the author is making. Analytic Comments help prepare you for in-class discussion, and over time they help you hone your skills in critical thinking and writing by identifying and engaging with arguments, integrating arguments across readings, and increasing clarity and conciseness of presentation. Ask yourself what the author is trying to convince you of and how.