HIS 295-01 - Special Topic: Sex in American History

4 credits (Fall)

This course moves thematically through the American past, from the colonial era through the 20th century, to explore the history of the American sexual experience. Students will consider changes, contradictions, and continuities in sexual ideals as well as the complicated realities of sexual experiences. Topics include the invention of sexualities, courtship and marriage customs, sexual citizenship, sex work, deviant desires, visions of alternate sexual systems, sexual violence, and more.

Prerequisite: HIS 100 or second-year standing.
Instructor: Lewis