Study of Women and Gender 300qc - Seminar: Topics in the Study of Women and Gender-Queer Conversions

Sem:T-QueerConversions

Spring
2024
01
4.00
Amy Howe

F 1:20 PM - 4:00 PM

Smith College
SWG-300qc-01-202403
Seelye 202
ahowe30@smith.edu
What does queer life look like when placed in conversation with religious ideas of conversion, rebirth and transformation? How is the queer subject recognized as (il)legible through practices of confession, ritual and re-creation? This course situates conversations about community, transformation, ritual and critique in the studies of religion and queer theories. The class looks at case studies including faith-based ex-gay movements, the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and transnational Afro-Latinx Santería practices. Students write independent analytical and reflective pieces which culminate into a workshopped final research paper or curated artistic piece. Enrollment limited to 12. Juniors and seniors only. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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