QS 262 Introduction to Queer Studies
Examines homophobia's and transphobia's relationship with racism, colonialism, sexism, ableism, classism and other forms of oppression. Introduces key concepts, histories, and political frameworks within Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer political movements in the United States. Explores activism and scholarship related to queer and transgender politics and identities.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AS Difference, Power, and Discrimination
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Demonstrate literacy in key terms and concepts within Queer Studies. Analyze issues of systemic power, privilege, and oppression. Analyze contemporary Queer movements and politics. Apply learning to contexts outside the classroom. Explain how difference is socially constructed. Using historical and contemporary examples, describe how perceived differences, combined with unequal distribution of power across economic, social,and political institutions, result in discrimination. Analyze ways in which the interactions of social categories, such as race, ethnicity, social class, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and age, are related to difference, power, and discrimination in the United States.