WGST305
Seminar: Representations of Women, Natives, and "Others"

A feminist cultural studies approach to the representation of race, class, gender and sexuality in film, photography, and art featuring Native Americans. This course examines the longstanding legacy of the Hollywood Western and its depiction of "reel injuns" before exploring the rich history of Native American self-representation and visual sovereignty in film and culture.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 15

Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Recommended for Juniors and Seniors with background in WGST, AMST, or CAMS.

Instructor: Creef

Distribution Requirements: LL - Language and Literature; ARS - Visual Arts, Music, Theater, Film and Video

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Not Offered

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