Sport Management 497A - ST-Adv Spt Sociology

The central focus of this class is the relationship between sport and the creation and maintenance of gender norms in society. Using both contemporary and historical examples and cases, students will explore the effects on athletes, events and audiences of popular (and marginalized) beliefs about masculinity and femininity in sports. Students will learn, discuss, and research issues including the intersections of gender with race, sexuality, religion, and class; the marketing and media coverage of male and female athletes and their respective sports; violence in sports; and gender equity legislation. Both American and international sports, events, and athletes will be discussed and studied.

Open to Seniors, Juniors & Sophomores only.