POLT 336 - Queering the Liberal Subject: Foundational Thinkers and New Developments

This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Gender, Sexuality, and Feminst Studies
Semester Offered: First Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: 4SS

New Course Added for Spring, 01.16.15

This seminar offers an introduction to a body of queer political thought that critically investigates the dominant liberal ideal of the free and rational subject. It focuses both upon foundational thinkers and more recent queer theory. The seminar seeks to investigate what may come beyond liberalism and what are the limits of queer politics.
Enrollment Limit: 15
Instructor: B. Popa
Prerequisites & Notes
One course in Political Theory or an equivalent. Not recommended for first and second years.