This course opens with a brief study of the history of women which provides the foundation for the study of women in sport.
Supplemental readings interpret the culture of the historical periods.
Particular emphasis is given to biological interpretations of the body and cultural interpretations of beauty and physicality. Feminism as a way of thinking and as a philosophy is explored. This is followed by an interdisciplinary study of the historical, psychological, and sociological issues which relate to the sporting woman. The last half of the course focuses on the history of the female athlete. Videos portray the history of outstanding athletic accomplishments as well as experiences of the less well known.