Document Type

Flyer

WGS 201 Course Description

Authors

Nicolle Littrell, University of Maine
Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Publication Date

3-28-2017

Abstract/ Summary

WGS 201 Wonder Woman: Sheroe, Amazon Princess, Feminist Icon In this course, we will delve into the politics and secret history of one of the most popular feminist icons and symbols of female power: Wonder Woman. A central theme of the course is the social construction of feminine power; the role of pop culture and the media in shaping this and how iconic representations of power translate off the page into the "real world." The rise and fall (and re-ascent) of Wonder Woman's cultural status becomes a fascinating lens to examine the Women's Rights/Lib Movements she was assigned to bridge. We will also explore the stories of real-life Wonder Women, the "sheores" who are fighting for truth, justice and gender equality ... without the help of magic lassos, arm bands and invisible jets. This class coincides with the June release of the new "Wonder Woman" movie!

Comments

Captured from the Student Women's Association Facebook page.

Identifier

Social Justice_Womens_Gender_Sexuality_Studies_2017-03-28

Repository Citation

Littrell, Nicolle and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, "WGS 201 Course Description" (2017). Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. 474.
https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/social_justice/474

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