Epidemics and pandemics lay bare the economic, political and cultural substructures of society. The history of changing explanations for infectious diseases dictate differing responses by health personnel and governmental entities. The seminar explores the intersectional aspects of race, gender, class, and sexuality that shape reactions and efforts to contain disease. Epidemics to be explored include plague, syphilis, smallpox, cholera, polio, HIV/AIDS, flu and COVID-19.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 20

Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor required. Students are expected to have completed one WGST course at the 200 level. Not open to students who have taken WGST 210.

Distribution Requirements: HS - Historical Studies

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall; Not Offered

Notes: This course is also offered at the 200-level as WGST 210, though not always in the same semester/year.