SOC 215 — SOC215 Gender and Society (Cultural Literacy course)
Sociological perspectives on gender are examined in this course. In particular, the social construction of gender is explored in relation to identity, interaction and social institutions. The course content is organized around the following questions: What is gender? How does gender influence the organization of families, economies and states? In what ways is gender related to power and violence? How does gender impact identity, intimacy and friendship?.