GAH2413

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LGBTQ + NARRATIVES IN AMERICAN MEDIA & CULTURE

General Arts & Humanities-GAHGeneral Studies
Course DetailsPrerequisites/CorequisitesCourse Learning Outcomes

Subject Code

GAH

Course Number

2413

Department(s)

General Arts & Humanities-GAH

Course Title

LGBTQ + NARRATIVES IN AMERICAN MEDIA & CULTURE

Course Description

This course explores LGBTQ+ narratives in contemporary American TV, film, literature, music, art and social media. Students will be introduced to LGBTQ+ terminology and queer theory as tools with which to critically examine LGBTQ+ representation and storylines in media, as well as the following themes: identity formation and coming out; intersectionality and marginalized populations in the LGBTQ+ community; legal issues and civil rights; and queer relationships, families, and community.

Units

4