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Course Description
Course Description
I'm so glad you're here!
Using a feminist, sociological analysis, this course invites you to critically examine health issues that concern women and female-identified folx throughout their life course. We will explore the impact of physiology, psychology, culture, society, and politics upon women's well-being.
My daughters and I at the first Women's March, in Sacramento, 2017
Textbook and other materials
Textbook and other materials
Most of the readings for this class will be posted to Canvas.
You will also need Fight Like a Girl: How to be a fearless feminist, 2 edition (2019). (It is important to read the second edition as there are important updates to the newer edition). There are print and eBook options available.
The bookstore should have copies of these books but feel free to check out online retailers for the best price.
NOTE: If you have a financial hardship that prevents you from purchasing the textbook, please contact me privately. I will be happy to connect you with resources to ensure you get everything you need.
Topic & Schedule Overview
Topic & Schedule Overview
Week 1: Settle in; Introduction to feminism and feminist theory;
Weeks 2-3: Women's health movements
Week 4: Science and Status of Women's Health
Week 5: Body Diversity and Size Acceptance
Weeks 6: Gendered Violence--impact, history, activism (combined weeks usually accommodate holiday--confirm schedule on Canvas)
Week 7: Coming of Age; Understanding our Bodies
Week 8: Sex & Sexualities
Week 9: Spring Break
Week 10: Fertility Awareness and Birth Control Methods
Week 11: Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding
Week 12-13: Abortion; Reproductive Rights; Reproductive Justice
Week 14: Mental Health and Emotional Wellness
Week 15: Breast Health, Common Health Issues, Gynecological Cancers
Week 16: Final Projects
Week 17: Growing Older
Finals Week
Online Learning
Online Learning
This course is an online course using “Canvas.” Students must have access to a computer, the Internet, and have basic computer familiarity. Course information can be accessed from a computer in the Library Resource Center on campus or from home or remote location if the student has access to the Internet via a private Internet Service Provider. Your syllabus, writing assignments, and other course materials will be posted on Canvas. In addition to Canvas, we may also utilize various social networking and course management systems online.
A photo of me working on my online class when one of my daughters was just a baby. Oh...baby feet!
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