AFAM 25
Introduction to Black Feminism
Course Description
This course is an interdisciplinary, multi-perspective, critical analysis, and comparative study of Black Feminism. Students will examine some key theories and ideas of Black Feminism and Black Feminist Thought, including womanist theory, the theory of intersectionality, and standpoint theory. The course will consider how Black women have challenged the intersecting effects of racism, sexism, classism, colonialism, homophobia, media exploitation, and other forms of social violence. Students will read major works, learn to engage in critical dialogue, and articulate their own positions concerning the basic ideas and principles of Black Feminism. The values, experience, and cultural contributions of Black feminist and/or Black womanist individuals in the United States will be identified, examined, and authenticated.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49031 | AFAM 25 | 60Z | ······· | TBA-TBA | Julie Keiffer-Lewis | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-04-07 to 2025-06-27.
Footnote:
AFAM D025.60Z: Fully ONLINE. This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
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Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
General Course Statement
- General Statement
- See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.
Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills
- Limitations on Enrollment
- Not open to students with credit in the cross-listed course(s).
- Also listed as WMST D025.