PHIL4622
PHIL 4622 - Philosophy and Feminist Theory (3 Cr.)
Philosophy Department (10982)
TCLA - College of Liberal Arts
PHIL 4622 - Philosophy and Feminist Theory (3 Cr.)
Course description
Encounters between philosophy/feminism. Gender's influence in traditional philosophical problems/methods. Social role of theorist/theorizing as they relate to politics of feminism. This course surveys central debates in feminist philosophy, with a focus on the methods and virtues of resistance. Along the way, we will consider the question of how we should live in an oppressive society. Topics may include intimidation, gaslighting, silencing, epistemic injustice, emotional labor, intersectionality, resistance, anger and violence.
prereq: 8 crs in [philosophy or women's studies] or instr consent
prereq: 8 crs in [philosophy or women's studies] or instr consent
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
OPT - Student Option
Discussion
Credit will not be granted if credit has been received for:
02923
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Periodic Fall