GWS 301 - Global Gender Issues (3 cr.)

This course provides an overview of global gender issues. The course is structured to provide students with knowledge and analytical tools to understand the specific historical, political, and socioeconomic conditions that shape women’s and men’s experiences, relationships, and struggles. We will devote special attention to disparities in power and resources between the Global North and the Global South. Topics covered include development, globalization, militarization, work, politics, education, migration, human trafficking, and social movements.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing
Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: World Cultures
SUNY Framework: World History and Global Awareness, Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer