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GSFS02895 days ago

I enjoyed the class! Months after, I frequently think about course material and readings and reference them in conversations, the theory really expanded my understanding and frameworks for thinking about gender and sexuality. Prof. Essig has reading notes due for every reading, which helps w/ class discussion - I struggled to get them done, but they are still a small part of the grade. There are 2 essays, and 1 group project as the main assignments. It was a good class dynamic, Prof. Essig didn't hesitate to share her thoughts which I enjoyed.

I enjoyed the class! Months after, I frequently think about course material and readings and reference them in conversations, the theory really expanded my understanding and frameworks for thinking about gender and sexuality. Prof. Essig has reading notes due for every reading, which helps w/ class discussion - I struggled to get the …Read more

Constant ReadingFair GradingNo Exams
3hrs / week Average difficulty High value Would take again
GSFS0313last month

This was a very eye-opening class because of the depth of material Essig coverers within a short period of time and because of the discussions where students were encouraged to present their unadulterated perspectives and experiences. The course material ranged from movies like "Gone with the Wind" to the book "The History of White People" allowing students to explore multiple mediums and engage with whatever resonated most. There were no tests but attendance became a big deal because students skipped a lot. There were 2 projects both group work, but ultimately low stakes because the topic was "making midd less white" and you could literally choose anything. Very valuable material in this course, not too demanding, will make you think about the world around you. 10/10 recommend.

This was a very eye-opening class because of the depth of material Essig coverers within a short period of time and because of the discussions where students were encouraged to present their unadulterated perspectives and experiences. The course material ranged from movies like "Gone with the Wind" to the book "The History of White P …Read more

Chill and RelaxedEasy GradingNo Exams
2hrs / week Low difficulty Very high value Would take again
GSFS02892 months ago

The course content is extremely valuable and applicable to present times, and Laurie is obviously very knowledgable and passionate about the content. I'd recommend this class to anyone and it truly changed the way I think

Fast-PacedConstant ReadingFair Grading
5hrs / week Some difficulty Extremely high value Would take again
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