AAST 225 - Women in Caribbean History

This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
LATS, GSFS
Next Offered: 2010-2011
Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 3 hours
Attribute: 3SS, CD
This course studies the economic, social, cultural and political activities of women in the Caribbean from the era of Pre-conquest to the dawn of political independence in the various colonies. It will therefore begin with an examination of the lives of indigenous Caribbean women and continue with an analysis of the historical setting and factors which affected the behavior of women of African, European, Chinese and Indian descent.
Enrollment Limit: 20
Instructor: G. Gill
Consent of the Instructor Required? NO