History 397W - ST-Hist/Reprodctv Rights in US
Spring
2013
01
3.00
Joyce Berkman
TU TH 1:00PM 2:15PM
UMass Amherst
24901
This course offers students an opportunity to understand the historical development of ideas, people's behavior, and various controversies and debates regarding reproductive rights. We will investigate relevant social and political movements and their leaders, major laws and court decisions, as well as the impact of media and arts. Tracing the evolution of reproductive attitudes, practices and regulations since the colonial era, class lectures and discussions will explore individuals' attitudes and practices arising from differences in race, ethnicity, and socio-economic class, political and religious affiliations.
Open to Seniors, Juniors & Sophomores only.