<p>(Same as Disability Studies M125.) Lecture, three hours. Exploration of identity as means of understanding cultural formations, dominant/nondominant power dynamics, and systems of visual representation. Intersectional approach to explore how ability and sexuality intersect, overlap, and change notions of identity. Use of scholarly texts from disability studies, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender studies, popular culture, performance, and film to investigate factors that shape ability and sexuality as basis for identity. May be repeated for credit with topic or instructor change. P/NP or letter grading.</p>

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Studies

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The program investigates the social construction of sexual identity, social control of behavior, changing definitions of the family, and the place of sexual and gender expression.

General Catalog

Exploring Intersections of Ability and Sexuality

LGBTQSM125

4 units